Teased during Warhammer’s Skulls Festival livestream, the “Siege” update brings an endless new PvE game mode, alongside two new cosmetic DLCs

PARIS – May 22, 2025 – Focus Entertainment and Saber Interactive are excited to announce the release date and reveal the first gameplay footage for Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2’s long-awaited “Siege” Mode. Available for free to all PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC players on June 26, the “Siege”update comes with a new PvE game mode and two new cosmetic DLCs for Season Pass owners. Check out the new Siege mode teaser trailer now!

Tear down endless waves of Tyranids and Heretics

Fight against impossible odds in Space Marine 2’s upcoming Siege Mode, a new PvE experience available for free to all players on June 26. Set on Kadaku, this new three-player game mode lets you take down ever-deadlier waves of Tyranid and Chaos forces in the defense of an Imperial fortress. Prepare to hold your ground and survive as long as you can against endless enemies, as only in death does duty end.

For our dedicated community, Siege Mode will be playable on the Public Test Server (PC/Steam) starting June 4. More details about the mode are coming in the next Community Update.

The White Scars and Blood Angels soon enter the fray

On top of the new Siege Mode, the Patch 8 update also comes with two new DLCs for Ultra Edition, Gold Edition, and Season Pass holders. The White Scars Chapter Pack will include a new Champion skin for the Assault class; three exclusive White Scars–inspired weapon skins for the Occulus Bolt Carbine, Stalker Bolt Rifle, and Combat Knife; and a host of cosmetic options and heraldry markings for their Successor Chapters. The Blood Angels Cosmetic Pack will provide a number of new armor pieces to be equipped on any of the game’s playable classes, in addition to heraldry markings celebrating eight of the Blood Angels’ Successor Chapters.

Heed the call of battle once again when Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2’s“Siege” update releases on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on June 26. Get up to 40% off on Space Marine 2’s Standard, Gold and Ultra editions and DLCs during the Skulls Festival of Video Games. Join the Space Marine 2 community, share feedback, and get exclusive rewards on our new Focus Together platform.

Gripping trailer showcases new gameplay, alongside a bold new threat in the turn-based sequel coming to PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S later this year.

Leicester, UK – 22nd May 2025 – Kasedo Games & Bulwark Studios today released the long-anticipated trailer offering a first look at gameplay for its turn-based tactical sequel Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus II, coming to Windows PC, PlayStation®5, & Xbox Series X|S later this year.

The trailer offers a thrilling first glimpse of a new planetary conflict between the Adeptus Mechanicus and the ancient Necron dynasty, in gripping tactical skirmishes across visually diverse and richly detailed battlefields – each teeming with opportunities for strategic domination.

From the forbidding and labyrinthine underworld of the Necron tombs to the highly industrial, techno-religious forge cities of the Adeptus Mechanicus, the trailer showcases a wide range of new environments players will contest in their quest for dominion and discovery across two playable campaigns.

The trailer also reintroduces familiar faces. Magos Dominus Faustinius’ trusted advisors return, this time as deployable and upgradeable leaders of his skirmish forces. Each brings their own unique personality and battlefield specialisation, adding a new strategic layer to your command.

As well as familiar faces, players will encounter the Leagues of Votann for the first time in a Warhammer video game. Their purpose on the contested world of Hekateus IV remains unknown. Are they fellow seekers of knowledge, mercenaries in search of profit, or something far more dangerous? Their presence raises questions, and their loyalty is anything but guaranteed.

Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus II is coming to Windows PC, PlayStation®5 & Xbox Series X|S.

For more information visit Mechanicus40k.com.

ABOUT KASEDO GAMES

Kasedo Games work closely together with enthusiastic & talented indie developers from around the world to publish ‘Triple I’ titles that players will love.

Through our vast knowledge of producing, PR, marketing and distribution, we always strive for quality games made by quality indie teams and we understand that every game and every studio has different requirements. The support, creative freedom and platform we provide means we can make great games happen without forgetting their roots.

Titles under the Kasedo label include: ‘IXION, ‘Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus I & II’, ‘City of Gangsters’, ‘Uncle Chop’s Rocket Shop’, ‘Filament’, ‘Rise of Industry 1 & 2’, ‘Project Highrise’ and ‘Crowntakers’.

ABOUT GAMES WORKSHOP

Games Workshop® Group PLC (LSE:GAW.L), based in Nottingham, UK, produces the best fantasy miniatures in the world. Games Workshop designs, manufactures, retails, and distributes its range of Warhammer®: Age of Sigmar® and Warhammer® 40,000® games, miniatures, novels, and model kits through more than 553 of its own stores (branded Games Workshop® or Warhammer®), the www.games-workshop.com web store and independent retail channels in more than 50 countries worldwide. More information about Games Workshop and its other, related, brands and product ranges (including our publishing division ‘Black Library’ and our special resin miniatures studio ‘Forge World’) can be found at www.games-workshop.com.

Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus II © Copyright Games Workshop Limited 2025. Mechanicus II, the Mechanicus II logo, GW, Games Workshop, Space Marine, 40K, Warhammer, Warhammer 40,000, 40,000, the ‘Aquila’ Double-headed Eagle logo, and all associated logos, illustrations, images, names, creatures, races, vehicles, locations, weapons, characters, and the distinctive likeness thereof, are either ® or TM, and/or © Games Workshop Limited, variably registered around the world, and used under licence. All rights reserved to their respective owners.

Evil robots, potato croquettes and a narrative driven adventure that packs big feels into every tiny pixel. First revealed at the Six One Indie Showcase, Dive into a narrative-rich demo now

SINGAPORE (May 22, 2025) – Artis Impact is a true labor of love with each piece of pixel art hand-drawn from scratch solely by Malaysian developer Mas. Built over four years in RPG Maker MV, the game offers a heartfelt, often humorous take on post-apocalypse life – without the grind. As announced in this year’s Six One Indie Showcase Artis Impact is set to launch Aug. 7, 2025 on Steam. What’s more, you can try the games demoout for yourself now.

Try the free demo and wishlist on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1864000/Artis_Impact/

A Story-Driven RPG with Personality

Set in a decaying world ruled by rogue AI, Artis Impact follows Akane, a stoic young woman with a mysterious past and surprisingly goofy streak. Alongside her sharp-tongued AI companion Bot, she takes on missions, helps strangers and uncovers fragments of memory that hint at something much larger.

The story is narrative-focused with a linear main path, but enriched with optional side quests, hidden interactions and occasional randomized events to reward curious players. It’s a world packed with expressive pixel animation, environmental detail and heartfelt character-driven interactions which range from the emotional to the absurd.

Combat That’s Strategic, but Never Overbearing

Artis Impact features turn-based combat that’s easy to pick up but offers satisfying tactical depth. Battles are quick, clean and integrated into the flow of the story, with no repetitive grinding, no bloated systems.

Outside of combat, Akane can rest, explore, chat with quirky NPCs or just take in the atmosphere. Life-sim elements like cooking or decorating exist as small touches to deepen the players experience and connection to the game world, while the main focus remains on story, character and pacing.

One Developer, Four Years, Thousands of Hand-Drawn Frames

Mas began developing Artis Impact in 2021 with zero formal training in animation or narrative design. Over four years, he created every animation frame, scripted every dialogue line and composed a world that feels hand-built and full of heart.

The game blends retro JRPG aesthetics with modern storytelling, delivering a lighthearted yet resonant experience that recalls Undertale, To the Moon or Eastward, but with its own pixel-perfect voice.

Key Features

• Frame-by-frame hand-drawn pixel animation
• A humorous and heartfelt narrative-driven adventure
• Optional side quests and hidden scenes for replay value
• Streamlined turn-based combat: no grinding, no filler
• Built entirely in RPG Maker MV by a solo developer
• Free demo now available on Steam | Full launch Aug. 7, 2025

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About Mas:

Mas is a Malaysian indie developer dedicated to crafting narrative-driven experiences that blend deep storytelling with immersive pixel art worlds. Since 2019, Mas has been pushing the boundaries of RPG Maker development, proving that solo projects can achieve remarkable artistic and narrative depth.

Kick butt and take names in fast-paced Arena Mode, included in early access launch!

Aalborg, Denmark, May 22 – Adventure calls… for a reluctant hero! CinderCat Games is delighted to announce that their madcap ‘first-person booter’ is available on PC via Early Access right now!

The Early Access version of the game features the introduction to the Story Mode, where our protagonist, Glum, gets his first boots on the ground in his new adventure. But that’s not all, as CinderCat Games has pulled out all the stops to allow for the introduction of the Arena Mode, which puts you against several waves of enemies, with each wave increasing in difficulty! Over time this mode will evolve into having different arenas, more waves, more enemies and wacky traps and hazards. But be warned, healing is limited and it’ll be a significant challenge to complete compared to story mode. If you have what it takes, you will receive a new boot cosmetic as a prize (befitting your efforts – something big, hard and beautiful).

About GLUM

Welcome to the glorious disaster that is GLUM, where players take control of a grumpy, misfit goblin with a magical boot and a serious chip on his shoulder. After years of being stuck on broom duty, Glum is suddenly expected to save the day, and our (deeply) reluctant hero has to set out on a quest to rescue his kidnapped boss in a journey of magical ass-kickery and whimsical violence.

This anarchic “Boot ‘em Up” lets you become the menace you were always meant to be, as you literally kick your way through a crude and chaotic world. Enemies? Kick ‘em. Obstacles? Boot ‘em. Anything else in your path? Well, if it looks kickable, it probably is.

You can plan out your attacks (or just wildly kick everything that moves, we’re not the boss of you), rack up points for obscure combos, oh, and figure out where your overlord is while you’re at it (no biggie). Each new level will give you the opportunity to acquire new abilities, offering all-new ways to teach your foes to love the taste of boot.

• Kick first, ask questions never: Use well-timed kicks and quick movements to launch enemies into walls, traps, and each other in chaotic physics-based combat. Need more firepower? Charge up your boot to cast spells and punt those enemies straight to boot camp. To Glum – everything’s a weapon if you just kick it hard enough.
• Journey into the wacky realm of Damoros: Follow the trail of your kidnapped boss through a world where rival overlords rule with ridiculousness, chaos is just another Tuesday, and one man’s catastrophe is another man’s comedy.
• Embrace whimsical violence: Combine kicks, spells, and environmental chaos for ever more creative destruction. As Glum, you’ll unlock new magical powers for your boot, proving that even the least qualified anti-hero of Damoros can kick his way to notoriety in this darkly comedic misadventure.

GLUM is available to purchase via Early Access on Steam today.

About CinderCat Games

CinderCat Games is a Danish indie game studio founded in 2022 as newly graduates. CinderCat Games as a company strives to create strong game IPs with loveable characters, humour and attitude that resonates with players around the world.

Forge Your Legend – MercurySteam’s Latest Masterpiece Available Now on Major Platforms 

CALABASAS, Calif. – May 22, 2025 – Leading video game publisher 505 Games, and developer MercurySteam proudly announce the launch of the fantasy action-adventure masterpiece Blades of Fire on Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. 

You are Aran de Lira, firstborn of the King’s Ward fighting the forces of the evil Queen Nerea who wields the power to turn steel into stone, rendering all resistance to her tyranny utterly futile. Featuring a groundbreaking combat and weapons mechanic, only you can forge and master near countless weapon varieties in your mission to bring her reign to an end. 

“Blades of Fire is the culmination of years of passion, innovation, and storytelling from the incredible team at MercurySteam,” said Neil Ralley, President of 505 Games. “We can’t wait for players to dive in and forge their legend.” 

Blades of Fire is Available now on Epic Games Store, Xbox and PlayStation, priced £49.99 / $59.99. The digital artbook and soundtrack (20 tracks composed by the award-winning composer Óscar Araujo) is available to purchase through the EPIC Game Store, priced at £3.99 / $4.99.

KEY FEATURES

• THE FORGE: Find Forge Scrolls, develop your forging skills and craft your weapon to suit your fighting style. The chosen weapon family and the materials you create it from will affect characteristics such as weight, length, durability, penetration and edge quality.   
• CHOOSE YOUR WEAPON: Choose between seven different weapon families and over 30 unique Forge Scrolls, which allow almost infinite weapon combinations. Your choice of weapon will be crucial when facing your enemy!  
• TACTICAL COMBAT: A unique and challenging combat system which allows you to attack specific body parts of the enemy. Slash, stab or bludgeon enemies depending on the situation and what the enemy is equipped with. Only the right weapon will allow you to overcome the enemy’s armour.  
• YOU ARE NOT ALONE: Adso is Aran’s companion, a curious scholar drawn into the hero’s journey by fate. Though no warrior, his keen mind and ancient knowledge will prove invaluable. He observes, learns, and chronicles their path, offering insights that may turn the tide of battle. Most importantly, he speaks the lost tongue of the divine forgers—a key to unlocking the mysteries ahead. 
• BE ON GUARD: Over 50 enemy types, including the Queen’s guards, creatures, undead and more. Each enemy has its own unique attack style, weapon, and armour setup.  
• A WORLD FULL OF MYSTERY: Aran and Adso embark on an uncertain mission. The objective is clear, but the path is full of dangers, mysteries and epic settings such as huge castles, maze-like palaces and more. You will know only what our heroes know, your intuition and courage must fill in the rest.  
• AMD FIDELITY: Blades of Fire supports X AMD Fidelity Super Resolution and Frame Generation technology, allowing you to experience blisteringly fast frame rates at high image fidelity. Compatible with any brand of GPU, turn it on in the options along with Frame Generation, and make sure to check out the FPS uplift it provides.

About 505 Games

505 Games, a Digital Bros’ subsidiary, is a global publisher focused on offering a broad selection of video games for players of all ages and skill levels. The company publishes and distributes premium and free-to-play games on console and PC platforms as well as mobile devices. Publishing highlights include DEATH STRANDING (PC), Control, Assetto Corsa Competizione, Ghostrunner, Gems of War, Journey to the Savage Planet, Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night, and Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons. 505 Games has offices in the United States, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Australia, China and Japan. For more information on 505 Games and its products please visit 505games.com.

About MercurySteam 

MercurySteam Entertainment S.L., doing business as MercurySteam, is a Spanish video game developer based in San Sebastián de los Reyes, Madrid. It was founded by former members of Rebel Act Studios, who had developed Severance: Blade of Darkness in 2001. Other titles include Castlevania: Lords of Shadow trilogy and Metroid Dread.  

Toronto, Canada – May 22, 2025. All hands on deck! Windward Horizon, the long-anticipated sequel to Tasharen Entertainment’s 2015 hit title Windward, officially launches as Version 1.0 on PC via Steam today for $19.99USD / £15.99GBP / €19.99EUR with a 10% limited-time launch discount! With the wind at your back and the horizon calling, it’s time to chart your own course in this immersive, open-world naval RPG.

Windward Horizon invites players to step into the boots of a fledgling captain with nothing but a sturdy ship and a sea full of stories ahead. Trade, quest, fight, or simply sail the vast ocean blue. Customise your ship and crew to fit your playstyle, and rise from humble schooner to seafaring legend. Every voyage is yours to command.

Set sail in a living, procedural world where every campaign offers a fresh map teeming with hidden treasures, shifting alliances, and endless adventure. Whether you’re trading, questing, or simply drifting at sea, your journey is entirely your own, solo or in co-op with friends. Players expand the world by settling new provinces, building towns and defences, strategically choosing workshops and endorsing a governor of their choice. Completing quests and other activities such as trading or sinking pirate ships can shift regional influence toward a chosen faction, potentially changing control of a province.

Key Features:

• A Living, Procedural World: Every campaign features a brand-new map full of hidden treasures, faction drama, and opportunities for adventure.
• Trade, Quest, or Drift at Sea: Help towns flourish, complete missions, or wander the waves peacefully. Your journey is your own.
• Play Solo or in Co-op: Brave the seas alone or sail with friends in seamless multiplayer built for camaraderie (and mischief).
• Dynamic World Impact: Player actions, from trading to questing to combat affect regional power and can influence regional control.
• Deep Customization: Build your perfect vessel, from hulking warships to swift support boats, with extensive talent trees and skill options.
• From Schooner to Legend: Upgrade to new ships, unlock storyline vessels, and carve your legend across the seas.

Will you be a trusted ally, a ruthless pirate, or a wandering soul chasing sunsets? Set your heading, raise your sails, and make port in the world of Windward Horizon, available now on Steam with a limited-time 10% launch discount. 

The award-winning studio, known for its XR content, is bridging the gap between immersive storytelling and social interaction, leading a new era in cross-platform entertainment.

BYRON BAY, NSW, AUSTRALIA AND LOS ANGELES, CA, USA, May 22, 2025 — New Canvas, the award-winning XR studio known for cinematic storytelling in virtual reality, today announces the official launch of NC Play—a bold new publishing and gaming subdivision that reimagines how immersive stories come to life beyond the headset.

NC Play is designed to expand intellectual properties (IPs) into highly accessible, story-driven game formats across browsers, mobile, and other platforms. It’s a strategic move that positions the company at the intersection of gaming, immersive entertainment, and social connection—a space undergoing massive transformation.

“We’re building on our passion for immersive and broadening our horizons in the broader interactive space. We’re expanding the ecosystem to bring more people into these story worlds through more digital touchpoints. Ultimately, NC Play makes New Canvas more agile, more scalable and better positioned to adapt to the increasingly blended worlds of gaming, entertainment and social experience,” said Nathan Anderson, Co-Founder & CEO of New Canvas. 

Cross-Generational Bridge

NC Play will allow meaningful social experiences across generations. With a focus on connection, the brand is designing its flagship titles to appear recognizable, comprehensible and fun. Whether you’re a Metaverse user with a confident online presence or a PC veteran valuing narrative experiences, NC Play will deliver something for everyone. 

Highly Anticipated Extraction Shooter Originally Announced for PC via Steam to Launch on Epic Games Store and Mac via App Store

SHANGHAI – May 22, 2025 – Published by BILIBILI GAME and developed by Team Soda, the duck-themed top-down extraction shooter Escape from Duckov (“Duckov”) will be available on PC via Steam and Epic Game Store and Mac through the Mac App Store and via Steam when the game launches later this year. Ahead of the release, players can experience the hilarious game via a brand new demo on Steam and Epic Games Store starting May 29. Furthermore, Duckov will participate in Steam Next Fest starting June 10.

Duckov is a funky and adorable duck-themed top-down PvE extraction shooter. Unlike hardcore tactical shooters, the game features cartoonish enemies, fog-of-war mechanics, and randomly dropped loot. Combined with base-building, weapon customization, and progression systems, it offers high replayability and extensive depth that will keep players coming back for more.

Game Features:

• An Extraction Shooter for Everybody – A top-down PvE shooter that’s streamlined for tense but fun firefights, making the extraction gameplay easy to pick up but hard to master—perfect for players of all levels.
• Sneak or Shoot? Quack Your Way Out! – Strategic resource management is key: fight enemies head-on with raw firepower or survive stealthily, plan your loot runs wisely, and avoid leaving empty-handed.
• Build the Ultimate Base – Explore new maps, scavenge strategic supplies, and build up your base—all to construct a spaceship and escape the planet’s impending doom.
• Mod Your Arsenal From Peashooter to Cannon! – Deep weapon customization and a robust crafting system ensure high replayability, keeping players quacking for more.

The new demo, featuring approximately eight hours of content, will consist of two maps for players to explore, plus dozens of weapons, and an early look at some of Duckov’s building and progression systems. Players can now Wishlist the game to be among the first to try the demo.

Escape From Duckov is available to Wishlist now, and players can join the official Discord to meet fowl fans in the game’s community. For more information, follow us on X and YouTube.

About BILIBILI GAME

Rooted in the unique community culture of Bilibili, BILIBILI GAME has become one of the most recognized and influential names in gaming. Dedicated to fostering creativity and player engagement, BILIBILI GAME consistently introduces compelling titles that captivate audiences across the globe. From imaginative fantasy realms to immersive gameplay, the brand continues to deliver standout experiences that resonate with a diverse gaming community worldwide.

This time, it’s for Global Domination! Earn and Save Cash to Start your very own Content Creator Career, Outperform your Opponents to Climb the Global Leaderboard, Meet Friends, Chill at Exclusive Events and Build your Dream Streamers Hub!

Barcelona, Spain, 22nd of May 2025: UPLAY Online is proud to announce the official launch of Youtubers Life 3 – Stream Together!, the third installment of the beloved content creator simulation franchise played by millions worldwide. Available now for PC via Steam in Early Access, Youtubers Life 3 – Stream Together! brings the influencer sim to new heights with a vibrant, real-time multiplayer world where players can rise to fame, connect with others, and build their own communities.

Youtubers Life 3 invites players to join a global community of budding content creators all trying their best at streaming through thrilling livestreaming card battles, VOD creation to craft the best viral videos, and photography to capture memorable moments at home, with friends or at events, with all three of these activities featuring their very own live global leaderboards, so you can be the best, or beat them!

The franchise’s third instalment also invites players to build communities with creativity. Share your journey by meeting other players at weekly in-game events, chatting, building friendships, sharing items, snapping pictures, or teaming up for card battles. Build lasting communities within the game, making every moment a chance to grow your channel and your circle. Whether you’re chasing clout or forging bonds, every choice shapes your unique path to influencer greatness!

Key Features Include:

• From Humble Worker to Top of the Global Leaderboards: Start your career as a content creator for a firm, make enough money to buy your first set up, and start growing your channel! Subscriber count matters more than ever, so where will you place?
• Dynamic Online World: Immerse yourself in a vibrant, real-time multiplayer universe where you can stream content, create VODs, and capture photos to climb the global leaderboards, while connecting with players at weekly events, chatting, trading items, and building your own community through friendships and shared experiences.
• Career Progression and Content Variety: Attend events, stream clients’ games, and broadcast everything from Just Chatting to RPGs, Simulators, Racers, Shooters, and more.
• Customizable Character and Living Spaces: Choose from a ton of free customizables, from the clothes you wear to your streaming gear, tattoos, and of course, design your dream streamer house.
• Brand Deals & Fame Events: Score sponsorships, attend exclusive events, and unlock premium perks as your fame grows.
• Grow your business: Upgrade your gear, from better PCs to the latest consoles, and hire professional staff to manage your empire, ensuring your growth is as exponential as your views.
• Livestreaming Battles: Engage in strategic multiplayer card battles where you compete or collaborate with real streamers, using attack and defense cards, Wit points, and powerful reactions to steal viewers, sabotage rivals, or protect your audience.

Grab your own copy of Youtubers Life 3 today on Steam for the price of $19,99/ €19,99.

About UPLAY Online:

Founded in 2009, UPLAY Online is a Barcelona based independent game studio passionate about video games, esports, and sports. The studio creates innovative titles that blend classic gameplay with online experiences.

UPLAY Online’s hits include Youtubers Life, the first and most successful YouTuber simulator and top 100 Steam best-seller in 2016 and alongside its sequel, has sold over 2.5 million copies globally, as well as the Esports Life series and International Basketball Manager 22, the leading basketball management game. UPLAY online is also responsible for Striker Manager, Striker Soccer, Swipe Basketball, and Train Crisis, reaching over 50 million players on PC, iOS, and Android.

UPLAY Online is also proud to bolster partnerships with Samsung, Microsoft, Webedia, Chillingo, MotoGP, NBA, EuroLeague, Mediaset, and PRISA to deliver high-quality gaming experiences.

Today, the studio is proudly launching Youtubers Life 3 – Stream Together!  For more information, visit: https://www.uplayonline.com/

Splitgate 2 goes bigger and better as the final open beta hits hard ahead of the game’s launch this summer – open beta will stay live through 1.0

Zephyr Cove, NV (May 22, 2025) – 1047 Games opens the portal to the Splitgate 2 final beta today, welcoming players looking to ramp up their skills ahead of the game’s official launch on PC (Steam and Epic Game Store), Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. 1047 also unleashed a new video for Splitgate 2’s open beta, showcasing the utterly massive amount of content that is now playable (https://www.splitgate.com/).

Splitgate 2’s final open beta showcases the signature fast-action gunplay across a variety of modes the game will offer at launch. 1047 Games promises “one more massive surprise” when they unveil the final component to the game on launch day and the game officially goes 1.0. Player progression will not reset after the beta, so stay locked in because there’s even more on the way. 

Fans looking to hone their preferred playstyles across the many game modes offered in the open beta can get a glimpse of what’s available in today’s incredibly badass trailer:

The open beta will be live through Splitgate 2’s 1.0 launch and is FULLY LOADED, offering fans a deep look at what the 1047 team has been hard at work on since 2022, but it’s just the start of what is in store for 1.0 launch day and beyond. Here’s a look at what’s live today:

• Debuting today is The Lab, Splitgate 2’s new map creator which allows players to design their very own maps and game modes. Start from scratch and build something awesome, no experience required. 
• Takedown and Four New Simulation Maps – Takedown is BACK. OG players loved playing Takedown on Splitgate’s Simulation maps. Compete to wipe out the other team before any players can respawn into the game – but there’s a catch: killing makes your team’s respawns shorter, and dying makes your team’s respawns longer. The first team to have all enemy players down at the same time wins. 
• Stadium 2.0 – An update of the fan-favorite arena map debuts today, joining Bypass, Eden, Frontier, Ozone and Zenith. 
• New 24-Player Onslaught Maps: Drought and Fracture – These two giant new additions join Glacier for the game’s “Onslaught” modes (previously called Multi-team Portal Warfare in the last Alpha).
• Three More New Maps during Beta – That’s not all. Three more new maps will join Splitgate 2 between now and launch…
• New Power Weapons – For the first time, in the open beta you’ll get to play with the Borealis, a new showstopping power weapon from the Meridian faction. 
• Hunt the Devs Returns – For those who didn’t get a chance to participate in 1047’s “Hunt the Devs” event during the Open Alpha, it’s coming back. This is another opportunity to earn an exclusive skin without paying a dime.
• How it works: during any match, kill a 1047 dev wearing the special flaming disco ball skin, and you’ll receive the corresponding “Dev Killer” skin for the faction they’re playing. Kill devs playing the Aeros, Sabrask, and Meridian factions and you’ll collect all three.

Locked in yet? More than 25 weapons will be available in the open beta, arming fans with a sampling of the best Splitgate 2 has to offer, with more on the way at and post-launch. Starting today you can check out the stylish and powerful Goliath Revolver, the devastating Charger Shotgun, the appropriately-named FUBAR triple rocket launcher and many more.

All details for the open beta, and we mean all of them, are compiled here (https://www.splitgate.com/news/play-in-the-splitgate-2-open-beta-starting-on-may-22), and the game’s post-launch roadmap (released earlier this week) can be found here (https://x.com/splitgate/status/1923408104030449986). We’re gearing up for a summer of Splitgate 2, so get in and hold on. More info on maps, modes and weapons are listed, as well as videos and visuals touring much of what the open beta has to offer – including details on upgrades, cosmetics and the full details on the Beta Battlepass and Founder’s Packs. 

Splitgate 2 arrives extremely soon as the future of competitive online shooters, so sign up and dive in today on PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4.