Splitgate Servers Shutting Down, But Game Will Live On Through Peer-to-Peer Hosting

Splitgate (Credit: 1047 Games)

Splitgate will see its dedicated servers officially shut down on August 29, but players won’t be locked out of the action. Instead, 1047 Games has confirmed that the online features will remain playable through peer-to-peer (P2P) hosting, ensuring the community can still enjoy multiplayer matches even after server support ends.

Originally launched in early access on Steam back in May 2019, Splitgate quickly stood out with its unique blend of fast-paced shooter mechanics and portal-inspired gameplay. The title made its way to consoles in 2021 with cross-platform matchmaking, earning plenty of praise from critics for its creative spin on arena shooters. Despite that acclaim, the game struggled to secure a strong commercial footing.

Things became more complicated in 2025 with the launch of Splitgate 2. The open beta in May brought excitement, but by the time the full release rolled out on June 6, player sentiment had shifted. Many criticized the sequel for heavy monetization and lack of polish, concerns that quickly eroded its momentum. By July, the developers admitted that Splitgate 2 had launched far too early and rolled it back into open beta. Alongside this move, 1047 Games revealed that it would discontinue online support for the original Splitgate to focus fully on fixing the sequel — a decision that didn’t sit well with longtime fans.

That’s why the latest announcement comes as somewhat of a relief. In a recent social media post, the studio confirmed the shutdown of dedicated servers but reassured players that online play will continue through P2P hosting. Instead of official servers, players themselves will act as hosts, a method already seen in popular titles like Bloodborne, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, and GTA Online. According to the developers, this approach ensures Splitgate’s core multiplayer experience won’t be lost entirely.

Interestingly, the Stop Killing Games movement played a significant role in shaping this decision. In the same post, the team said the gamer "invested time, energy, and passion into the original Splitgate, which deserves to be preserved."

"We have seen a lot of conversations about the stop killing games movement, and empathize with players who lose access to their favorite titles. We absolutely do not want our community to lose access to theirs."

To cap things off, 1047 Games also announced a heartfelt farewell gift: all unreleased, stockpiled, or work-in-progress content will be released, and every in-game cosmetic will be unlocked for free. These includes:

• 13 WIP blockout arena maps (including some of the first maps shown in Splitgate 2

• Simulation Juliet (an unreleased Takedown map)

• Everyone gets access to all cosmetics (for this reason, the Battle Pass, Rewards Center, Store, and Drops have been sunset)

The response from the community has been largely positive. Many players praised the decision as a clever workaround, acknowledging that while P2P isn’t perfect, it’s far better than seeing the game vanish altogether.

As for Splitgate 2, the road ahead looks challenging. The development team has been openly asking fans for “one more chance” to rebuild trust after the rocky launch, though skepticism remains high. Whether 1047 Games can turn things around with the sequel is uncertain, but at least the original Splitgate won’t be entirely lost in the process.