Splitgate 2 developer 1047 Video games has introduced layoffs, which the official LinkedIn account described as “a small group” of “valued” staff members.
“We’re nonetheless perfecting the Splitgate 2 gameplay expertise in response to neighborhood suggestions, and we’re redirecting sources to construct the most effective sport for our gamers. We’re unhappy to see our teammates go, and we’re actively working to assist them safe new alternatives.”
Studio co-founders Ian Proulx and Nicholas Bagamian will even not be taking salaries as “we lock in to ship the subsequent section of the mission.” Splitgate 2 launched on June sixth on the Summer season Recreation Fest showcase alongside Splitgate: Battle Royale, the “main” shock that the studio extensively puffed up.
Nevertheless, issues for the free-to-play aggressive shooter started earlier than that. When its open beta went reside, followers criticized the modifications to portal use, the addition of Factions and skills, and the absurd monetization (which included $80 bundles). The latter has been curtailed considerably, however its score on Steam is “Combined”, with solely 61 p.c of the presently 16,410 person critiques recommending it.
No matter latest layoffs, 1047 Video games is “persevering with to work onerous to ship extra issues we all know you’ll love. We’re dedicated to constructing this sport for the lengthy haul.” To this point, it’s confirmed the addition of recent weapons, modes, maps, occasions and skins sooner or later.
Splitgate 2 is accessible for Xbox One, Xbox Collection X/S, PS4, PS5, and PC. You possibly can learn our ideas on the sport (we gave it a seven out of ten) right here.
