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1047 Games Lays Off Staff Amid Splitgate 2 Struggles

6/22/2025

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In the wake of a rocky launch for Splitgate 2, 1047 Games has made the tough decision to lay off an undisclosed number of employees. The studio is grappling with criticism over steep microtransaction costs and contentious marketing tactics. Co-founders Ian Proulx and Nicholas Bagamian are sacrificing their salaries to redirect funds toward enhancing the game, which currently sits at a "Mixed" rating on Steam.

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In the wake of a rocky launch for Splitgate 2, 1047 Games has made the tough decision to lay off an undisclosed number of employees. The studio is grappling with criticism over steep microtransaction costs and contentious marketing tactics. Co-founders Ian Proulx and Nicholas Bagamian are sacrificing their salaries to redirect funds toward enhancing the game, which currently sits at a "Mixed" rating on Steam.