After years of speculation about the future of Splitgate, developer 1047 Games has confirmed that while the game’s dedicated servers will officially go offline on August 29, fans won’t be left in the dark. Instead, Splitgate will continue to function through peer-to-peer (P2P) hosting, ensuring that the multiplayer experience lives on—just in a slightly different form.
A Quick Look Back at Splitgate’s Journey
Launched in early access on Steam in 2019, Splitgate carved out a unique niche in the crowded shooter market. By combining arena-style gunplay with portal mechanics inspired by Valve’s Portal series, it offered a refreshing twist on the traditional multiplayer formula. The game expanded to consoles and cross-play in 2021, gaining critical praise for its fast-paced combat, though commercial success never fully matched its fan acclaim.
Over time, Splitgate amassed a dedicated community, but its momentum slowed as 1047 Games shifted focus to a sequel, aiming to evolve the concept into something bigger.
The Rocky Road of Splitgate 2
In May 2025, the studio launched the open beta for Splitgate 2, quickly following it with a full release on June 6. Expectations were high, but reception turned lukewarm. Players criticized the game’s monetization system, technical issues, and lack of polish.
By July 2025, 1047 Games admitted the launch had been premature, announcing that Splitgate 2 would be rolled back into beta for a full rework. At the same time, the studio revealed its plan to shut down online support for the original Splitgate—a move that frustrated loyal fans who weren’t ready to leave the first game behind.
How P2P Hosting Keeps Splitgate Alive
Now, in a welcome turn of events, Splitgate will remain playable after August 29 thanks to peer-to-peer hosting. Instead of relying on official servers, players themselves will host matches, much like in titles such as Bloodborne, GTA Online, and Animal Crossing: New Horizons.
This approach isn’t perfect—match quality can depend heavily on the host’s connection—but it does mean that Splitgate will remain alive and accessible even without its original infrastructure. For a live-service shooter on borrowed time, this is a win for preservation.
Stop Killing Games Movement’s Influence
1047 Games acknowledged that the Stop Killing Games movement played a key role in their decision. The campaign has raised awareness about how online-only games often vanish completely when servers shut down, leaving communities without a way to play.
Instead of letting Splitgate fade away, 1047 chose to keep it functional in some form. As a parting gift, the studio also announced that all unreleased or work-in-progress content will be unlocked, and every in-game cosmetic will be given to players for free.
Community Response: Bittersweet but Positive
The announcement was met with surprising optimism. While players are disappointed to lose official servers, most welcomed the P2P solution as a creative way to ensure the game survives. Fans praised 1047 Games for taking a more thoughtful approach than many other publishers, recognizing the importance of keeping online titles playable beyond their official lifespan.
In the end, Splitgate may no longer be supported at the same level it once was, but the game isn’t truly dying. Instead, it will live on in the hands of its community—hosted, played, and remembered by the fans who made it a cult hit.
