Splitgate 2 dev responds to player count concerns as Steam charts show low numbers after ‘Arena Reloaded’ relaunch — “They don’t show the full picture”

The free-to-play sequel to the 2019 shooter launched on Xbox, PC, and PlayStation in June, but quickly faced criticism. Players disliked the costly in-game purchases, the complex character abilities that made the game feel overwhelming, and the addition of a battle royale mode which many considered a forced attempt to follow popular trends.

5 MORE great ID@Xbox titles — perfect for your holiday Xbox Gift Card

Each month, we highlight some great indie games on Xbox that you might have overlooked. If you’re not looking to spend a lot on big-budget titles or a Game Pass Ultimate subscription, these games are a fantastic, more affordable alternative. They’re also usually quicker to play and, often, much more unique and creative than games from major publishers.