Splitgate: Arena Reloaded Update 2.2 arrives as a major content drop for 1047 Games' revived shooter. The update reintroduces a battle royale mode axed from the failed Splitgate 2, alongside two new arena maps and a community map. A new weapons mastery skin rewards dedicated players, continuing the game's post-launch content strategy.

The centerpiece is Arena Royale, a 24-player, six-squad mode built on Splitgate's fast-paced arena gameplay. 1047 Games emphasizes "Less looting. More shooting," with a warm-up space instead of a drop-ship and on-the-fly weapon upgrades using in-match cash. Matches feature four biomes, including a new urban Outskirts map, with revivals disabled in the final circle.

This update follows Splitgate: Arena Reloaded's relaunch after Splitgate 2's disastrous May launch. 1047 Games is now focused on retaining players and expanding the base with consistent content. A limited-time "Teabag" event starts January 23, nodding to the original game's "Teabag Confirmed" mode. The developer's challenge is maintaining momentum in a crowded shooter market.