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Empulse and Splitgate: Arena Reloaded are officially over as 1047 Games says it's probably done making arena…
1047 Games has officially ceased development on its PvP arena shooter Empulse and its predecessor, Splitgate: Arena Reloaded, due to insufficient revenue to cover operating costs. While the studio will continue to exist with a changed focus, both games will transition to peer-to-peer support on September 3rd. The original Splitgate debuted in 2019 and saw significant popularity.
Panic refunds tariff fees, 1047 Games pivots from Splitgate, and Gamescom Dev grows - Patch Notes #67
This week's gaming news covers the prevalence of generative AI at Gamescom, Panic's refund of tariff fees for the Playdate handheld, and Rockstar Games' response to the Grand Theft Auto 6 leaks. Additionally, 1047 Games is ending development on Splitgate Arena Reloaded and Empulse, CAA launched an indie game fund, and actor Tim Curry passed away. Gamescom Dev saw growth, and No More Room in Hell 2 surpassed one million players.
1047 Games stänger servrarna för både Empulse och Splitgate: Arena Reloaded
Developer 1047 Games is shutting down servers for its titles Empulse and Splitgate: Arena Reloaded due to financial unsustainability. Both games will transition to peer-to-peer support on September 3rd, allowing players to host their own matches. Empulse will receive a final map and price reduction, after which 1047 Games will pivot to new projects.
Another PlayStation 5 Multiplayer Game Loses Support Within a Year
1047 Games announced that Splitgate 2 will cease active development and shut down its dedicated servers in September 2026, less than a year after its relaunch. While the game will remain playable via peer-to-peer connections, this change may prevent players from unlocking certain trophies. The studio also stated a shift away from live service titles for future projects.
Portal-Like Shooter Splitgate Died Once, And It’s Dying Again … Kind Of
Developer 1047 Games announced that active development for Splitgate: Arena Reloaded and Empulse is ending due to insufficient revenue to support dedicated servers. Both games will transition to peer-to-peer play starting September 3rd, allowing them to remain playable. Empulse will receive one final update with a new map.
1047 Games to end active development of Empulse & Splitgate: Arena Reloaded
Developer 1047 Games is ending active development on Splitgate: Arena Reloaded and Empulse to focus on a new project. The games will transition to a peer-to-peer system in early September with a final update, after which no new content will be released. The studio has teased that its next game will be significantly different from its previous titles.
1047 Games ends active development on Empulse and Splitgate: Arena Reloaded, says it's moving away from live service shooters
1047 Games is ceasing active development on Empulse and Splitgate: Arena Reloaded, transitioning both titles to peer-to-peer hosting due to insufficient revenue to sustain dedicated servers. The studio is shifting its focus away from live service shooters after a decade. Both games will move to peer-to-peer hosting with a server browser on September 3, and Empulse will receive one final map update.
EMPULSE, Splitgate Studio Hit With New Round of Layoffs
1047 Games, the developer behind Splitgate and EMPULSE, has undergone a third round of layoffs, affecting multiple employees including art and QA staff. This follows previous layoffs last year and comes shortly after the release of their new game, EMPULSE, which is currently in Early Access on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The studio continues to support Splitgate: Arena Reloaded despite low player counts on Steam.
Less than a month after launching Empulse, it looks like Splitgate dev 1047 Games are laying off more staff
1047 Games, the developer behind Splitgate, has reportedly conducted a third round of layoffs following the recent launch of their new game, Empulse. Several employees have shared their departures on LinkedIn, citing the studio's ongoing financial difficulties. The exact number of affected staff is currently unknown.
Report: Splitgate dev 1047 games lays off staff
1047 Games, the developer behind the Splitgate series, has reportedly conducted a third wave of staff layoffs. This follows the recent release of their latest shooter, Empulse, and comes nearly a year after a previous round of layoffs and the original Splitgate's shutdown to focus on its sequel. CEO Ian Proulx had previously expressed ambitions for Splitgate 2 to maintain a large player base for a decade.
Stripped-Back Shooter Empulse Could Be The Titanfall Successor We’ve Been Waiting For
Empulse, a new 6v6 competitive first-person shooter from Splitgate developer 1047 Games, has launched on Steam Early Access. Unlike its predecessor, Empulse focuses on a stripped-back arena shooter experience with no microtransactions and a focus on movement mechanics inspired by Titanfall 2. While the game shows promise with its satisfying traversal and core gunplay, some map designs and mech implementation need refinement.
9 Empulse Tips To Dominate In The Titanfall Successor
Empulse is a new early-access 6v6 arena shooter from 1047 Games, the developers behind Splitgate. This guide offers tips for players on mastering movement, utilizing paint grenades, effectively using mechs, and understanding game modes and weapon progression. The game emphasizes fast-paced movement and verticality, with a focus on chaining abilities for survival and offense.
Titanfall spiritual successor Empulse is out now, but it's got a lot to prove
Empulse, a spiritual successor to Titanfall developed by 1047 Games, has launched in early access on Steam. The multiplayer FPS features wall-running, grapples, and mechs, drawing inspiration from Titanfall and Black Ops 3. The studio is focusing on community development without microtransactions or battle passes at launch.
EMPULSE Hits Xbox And Steam – Mechs, Wallruns And Titanfall Energy
EMPULSE, a fast-paced movement shooter featuring wallrunning, grappling hooks, and mechs, has launched in Xbox Game Preview and Steam Early Access for Xbox Series X|S and PC. Developed by 1047 Games, the game is priced at £16.74 and includes Xbox Play Anywhere support, but is not part of Game Pass. The developers emphasize that EMPULSE is a work in progress and subject to change during its early access period.
"We’re not trying to build Titanfall 3," Empulse CEO says, though its’s scratching my wallrunning FPS itch all the same
1047 Games CEO Ian Proulx clarifies that their new game, Empulse, is not intended to be Titanfall 3, but rather a great movement shooter inspired by games like Titanfall and Call of Duty: Black Ops III. While Empulse features similar 6v6 arena combat with extensive parkour mechanics and mechs, it differentiates itself with a focus on pilot movement and unique PAINT grenades inspired by Portal 2, aiming to revitalize underserved subgenres within the FPS landscape.
EMPULSE Demo Released; Early Access Next Week
A playable demo for EMPULSE, a 6v6 movement shooter from Splitgate developer 1047 Games, is now available on Steam. The game is set to launch into Early Access next week, following the release of this preparatory demo.
Movement shooter EMPULSE launches this month
1047 Games, the developer of Splitgate, has announced that their new 6v6 movement shooter, EMPULSE, will launch in early access on PC, Xbox Series X, and PlayStation 5 on June 24th. The game features wallrunning, grappling, and mechs, with a PC version available for free during Steam Next Fest starting June 15th.
Empulse is the Splitgate Team’s Take on Titanfall 2
1047 Games, the developer behind Splitgate, is working on a new project that draws inspiration from Titanfall 2. The team aims to capture the fast-paced movement and combat mechanics that made Titanfall 2 a beloved title in the first-person shooter genre.
Waiting for Titanfall 3? The Dev Behind Splitgate May Have Something for You
1047 Games, the developer behind Splitgate, has announced its new multiplayer shooter titled Empulse. Inspired by the Titanfall series, Empulse will feature parkour movement, grapple hooks, and pilotable mech suits. A gameplay reveal is scheduled for June 7th at the PC Gaming Show, with the game planned for early access on PlayStation 5 later this year.
Splitgate devs’ new Titanfall copy actually looks kind of cool, to my surprise
1047 Games, the developer behind Splitgate, has revealed a new game that appears to be inspired by Titanfall. The title, codenamed EMPULSE, features fast-paced movement and combat mechanics that have surprised observers with their potential.