Summary
Developer 1047 Games unveiled the first official gameplay fromSplitgate 2, showing off the game’s faction system and promoting its competitive qualities. The game is a full sequel toSplitgate, the 2019 competitive shooter with gameplay that revolves around a signature portal-shooting mechanic.
The originalSplitgate’s novel mechanics excited many players upon its debut in 2019. InSplitgate, players have access to “gates” that they can open, pass through, and shoot through, allowing for a range of tactical and strategic options, as well as pulling off fun physics-based stunts. Players can shoot enemies from across the map thanks toclever gate placement on eachSplitgatestageor traverse vast distances to flank enemies. For many,Splitgatewas like a combat-focused take on Valve’sPortalseries.
Splitgate 2will be a test of how 1047 Games plans to expand upon the original concept, namely by using the new “Faction” system. The officialSplitgate 2gameplay reveal trailer used recorded gameplay from players and descriptions from developers to show off the game’s three factions: The agile Aeros, the time-traveling Meridian, and the powerful Sabrask. Each faction corresponds roughly to a player class in other games, giving access to unique powers and equipment that can change their tactics, emphasizing the stylized vibe shown off intheSplitgate 2cinematic trailer.
Splitgate 2 Official Gameplay Reveal Details Three Distinct Factions
Of thethree factions revealed forSplitgate 2, each supports a different playstyle. The Aeros faction focuses on high-mobility play, combining agile movement with an exclusive mobile gate mechanic to instantly flank enemies. Their ability to sprint and reload more quickly than other faction players enables a high-speed, aggressive playstyle. Meridian faction players are more tactical, allowing them to excel in both solo encounters and in a team support-focused role. Meridian players can see their team’s health and use “Hypersight” to locate enemies behind walls, as well as throw out a “Time Dome” that enhances friendly players and slows enemies that pass through it. Lastly, Sabrask players focus on defense, resilience, and combat power. Their “Smart Wall” blocks incoming fire while letting friendlies shoot through it, helping lock down a key position like control points.
The unique qualities of each faction inSplitgate 2bring to mind the different concepts at work in a role-based title. Early on,some fans were concerned thatSplitgate 2would be a hero shooter, but developers acted quickly to correct the misconception, emphasizing the notion that while Factions do differentiate different players, the system is closer to that of classes as found in the likes ofDestiny 2. SinceSplitgate 2also allows players from different factions to mix freely, team composition and role selection will be more freeform than more strict, “pure” hero shooters likeOverwatch 2.Splitgate 2looks like it’ll have a lot to offer for fans of the original, while meaningfully building on what came before, which should help it stand out in the crowded competitive shooter field.
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A sequel to 2019’s Splitgate, Splitgate 2 will add new dimensions to its portal-based competitive shooter play with new weapons, equipment, and an all-new Faction system for players to choose from.
