New FPS Splitgate 2 responds to blowback over pricey launch microtransactions

June 7 -  Added a response from 1047 Studios announcing changes to store pricing moving forward.

New multiplayer FPS Splitgate 2 is facing a negative response among its player base for expensive microtransactions introduced with its full launch. The fast-paced arena shooter, which uses portals to allow quick traversal around its maps, was launched out of beta during the Summer Game Fest showcase, but has been met with criticism over its new battle royale mode and pricey cosmetics in the wake of 1047 Games co-founder Ian Proulx’s on-stage appearance, where he spoke of being “tired of playing the same Call of Duty every year.”