Splitgate’s combination of a Halo-style first-person shooter and Portal-inspired portal-jumping mechanics made quite the splash when it launched into open beta in 2021. With its servers regularly buckling under the weight of players, the game caught lightning in a bottle, but fizzled out when the game finally transitioned to version 1.0 and support in 2022. Now, developer 1047 Games is back with Splitgate 2, aiming to improve on the original’s winning formula.
Like the first game, Splitgate 2 will be a free-to-play 4v4 shooter where players will be armed with portal guns and more time-honored firearms to battle each other in dimension-hopping aerial combat. The sequel is being built in Unreal Engine 5 and emphasizes factions. Players can join the Sol Splitgate League as a member of one of three groups: the agile Aeros, the time-manipulating Meridian, or the trigger-happy Sabrask. According to a press release, “Factions will provide players with the ability to choose and progress based on their preferred play style or competitive strategies.” Splitgate 2 will feature modern objective-based game modes in modern arenas and upgradeable weapons.
Additionally, a special Splitgate 2 companion app is now available for download. The app allows players to explore the game’s universe through collectibles that unlock in-game rewards once Splitgate 2 launches. It also includes quizzes and a modern comic series titled Splitgate: The Games We Play. The five-part series will expand on the story of the characters introduced in the trailer, with modern issues to follow monthly.
Splitgate 2 is coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC in 2025. Check out the first batch of screenshots below.
