<p>Splitgate: Arena Reloaded—the result of a messy pivot where Splitgate 2 was effectively scrapped and folded into the original game—is struggling to reclaim its former glory. Recent data highlights a significant dip in engagement, with current Steam player counts hovering around 720 to 731 concurrent users. In response to the growing online chatter, developer 1047 Games has released a statement downplaying the importance of Steam Charts as a definitive metric of success.</p>
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<p>"Steam Charts don't measure fun," the studio declared. "They represent a single data point, on one platform, at a specific moment in time." While 1047 Games makes a valid point—Steam's public data often invites lopsided comparisons against the invisible metrics of console platforms—the statement carries a defensive tone that suggests the studio is feeling the pressure of a shrinking spotlight.</p>
<p>"These numbers don't reflect the total experience or the vibrant community actively collaborating with us to refine Arena Reloaded," the developer continued, pointing to upcoming additions like the Arena Royale mode as evidence of the game's evolution.</p>
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<p>The studio emphasized their dedication, stating, "Over the last six months, we rebuilt Splitgate from its foundation because we believe in this team and this community." However, this commitment comes amidst internal challenges; in mid-2025, 1047 Games underwent a round of layoffs, and the company's founders reportedly stopped taking salaries to help stabilize the business during this transition.</p>
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<p>"To our community: thank you for your passion," the statement concluded. "And to those who haven't tried it yet: Arena Reloaded is free, the mechanics are more polished than ever, and we encourage you to experience it for yourself. A tremendous amount of heart went into this project."</p>
<p>While it is never pleasant to see a dedicated team struggle, the current state of the IP isn't entirely surprising given the chaotic nature of 2025. The year was marked by PR missteps, including CEO Ian Proulx's divisive appearance at Summer Game Fest, which focused more on controversial opinions regarding the FPS genre than actual game news. Furthermore, the early feedback for Splitgate 2 was largely negative, with fans labeling it a step backward for the series.</p>
<p>1047 Games attempted to course-correct by pulling the sequel back into beta, but the strategy failed to gain momentum, much like the recent failed re-launches of *MultiVersus* or *Crucible*. The final move—merging both projects into the unified *Splitgate: Arena Reloaded*—has only added more confusion to a brand that was once a massive Steam success. For now, the future of the portal-hopping shooter remains remarkably uncertain.</p>
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