Splitgate Sequel Unveiled: Halo Meets Portal Evolution

Splitgate 2: The Highly Anticipated Sequel Arrives in 2025

1047 Games, the creators of the popular "Halo meets Portal" shooter, Splitgate, have announced a sequel launching in 2025. This next installment, promising a fresh take on the beloved formula, aims to establish a lasting legacy in the gaming world.

A New Era of Portal Combat

Revealed via a cinematic trailer on July 18th, Splitgate 2 leverages the power of Unreal Engine 5 to deliver a visually stunning and gameplay-rich experience. While retaining core elements that defined the original, the developers emphasize a complete overhaul, ensuring a fresh and exciting feel. CEO Ian Proulx stated their goal is to create a game with a lifespan of a decade or more, requiring a fundamental shift in development to achieve a deeply satisfying gameplay loop. Marketing Head Hilary Goldstein highlighted a reimagined portal system, designed to challenge seasoned players while remaining accessible to newcomers.

Confirmed platforms include PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One, all with free-to-play access. A key addition is a faction system, introducing unique gameplay styles and strategic depth without transforming the game into a hero shooter.

Evolution, Not Revolution

The original Splitgate, known for its fast-paced arena combat and portal mechanics, rapidly gained popularity after its 2019 demo release. The immense success led to server capacity upgrades to handle the influx of players. Following its official launch in September 2022, 1047 Games announced a pause on updates to focus on building a superior sequel. Splitgate 2 represents a significant evolution, offering "revolutionary, not evolutionary" changes.

New Factions and Expanded Gameplay

The Sol Splitgate League takes center stage, introducing three distinct factions: Aeros (dashing mobility), Meridian (tactical time manipulation), and Sabrask (brute force). These factions add strategic layers to the gameplay, offering diverse playstyles without sacrificing the core Splitgate experience. While specific details remain under wraps until Gamescom 2024 (August 21-25), the trailer showcases new maps, weapons, and the return of dual-wielding.

The developers assure fans that the trailer accurately represents the visual quality and gameplay mechanics found in Splitgate 2.

Beyond the Arena: A Deeper Dive into Lore

Splitgate 2 will not feature a single-player campaign. However, a dedicated mobile companion app will allow players to delve into the game's lore through comics, collect character cards, and even take a quiz to determine their ideal faction alignment.

Splitgate 2 promises a thrilling continuation of the original's fast-paced action, enhanced with new features and a renewed focus on long-term gameplay. The wait until 2025 will undoubtedly be filled with anticipation.