1047 Games, the developer behind the portal-based shooter Splitgate, has confirmed a round of layoffs as part of a company-wide restructuring. The studio announced the workforce reduction earlier today, citing a need to realign resources for its future projects.
For players on PC and console, the news marks a significant shift for the independent developer, which gained prominence following the breakout success of Splitgate. While the studio has not detailed the specific scale of the cuts, the move is framed as a necessary step to stabilize the company’s internal operations moving forward.
Impact on 1047 Games and Splitgate
The developer has not yet issued a comprehensive roadmap regarding how these personnel changes will influence the ongoing support or update cadence for Splitgate. The game, which is available across PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S/X, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One, remains a primary focus for the studio's brand identity.
This restructuring comes as the studio attempts to navigate the current industry climate. By streamlining its team, 1047 Games aims to focus on its core development pipeline, though it remains unclear which specific departments or projects are most affected by today's announcement.
Quick Facts
- Developer: 1047 Games
- Core Title: Splitgate
- Status: Undergoing internal restructuring and workforce reduction as of July 2026.
We will continue to track updates from 1047 Games as more information regarding the studio's future development plans becomes available.