1047 Games has addressed criticisms regarding Splitgate Arena Reloaded's performance on Steam, emphasizing that raw numbers don't capture community engagement. The relaunch on 2023-12-17 showed a notable drop in Steam players compared to the original Splitgate's peak.
Community and Performance Insights
The relaunch saw a peak of 2,297 players on Steam, marking a 90% decrease compared to Splitgate 2's initial launch peak. Since then, daily peaks have hovered around 900 to 1,000. Splitgate Arena Reloaded remains available on multiple platforms including the Epic Games Store, PlayStation, and Xbox, which may indicate a broader player base beyond Steam.
Company’s Response and Future Plans
1047 Games highlighted that they have spent the last six months rebuilding the game, focusing on creating the best version with enhancements like Arena Royale. They urge players to explore the game and shape their own views on its offerings.
Game Features and Market Challenges
Arena Reloaded has been praised for its refined maps, gunplay, and the excitement of portal use. However, concerns about its free-to-play model's viability remain, especially as it struggles to reach significant player numbers solely on Steam, casting questions on its sustainability.
