Splitgate Weekly #2 - Fixing the Game | Splitgate 2

Summary

In this week’sTranscript Summary Request Splitgate update, Community Manager Ben joins CEO Ian and CTO Nick to discuss recent developments, including the new Chapter 2, Season 1 rollout, ranked matchmaking issues, and feedback-driven updates. Ian and Nick touch on improvements for ranked play, bug fixes, and ongoing balance changes for weapons and challenges. They emphasize the importance of community feedback, addressing bugs in daily and weekly challenges, and working to stabilize core systems. The team is committed to polishing the game, ensuring an engaging experience, and striving for a smoother and more enjoyable Splitgate experience moving forward.

Takeaways

• 😀 The Splitgate Weekly update features Ben (community manager), Ian (CEO), and Nick (CTO) discussing recent developments and updates for the game.
• 🎆 Ian enjoyed the Fourth of July by watching fireworks briefly in Tahoe before returning to work on the game.
• 🍰 Nick celebrated the Fourth of July with family, including his dad's birthday, followed by late-night ranked gaming with his brother.
• 🏆 The ranked system in Splitgate has faced issues like incorrect regional matchmaking and mismatches between high-skill and low-skill players, which are being fixed.
• 🔧 The team is prioritizing bug fixes and matchmaking improvements in ranked, including resolving latency issues and ensuring players are matched by rank and skill level.
• 🔫 The balance of weapons in ranked gameplay is being adjusted, with changes being made to the SMG and shotgun to better align with competitive play.
• 💥 Mastery challenges have been well received, but issues with daily and weekly challenges persist, leading to a complete rewrite of the challenge system.
• ⚙️ The challenge system's bugs were caused by a rushed implementation during the beta, and the team is now working to stabilize and improve it for a better player experience.
• 🛠️ The team's focus in the next two weeks is on stabilizing and fixing the game's core systems rather than adding flashy new features.
• 💬 The team is actively listening to player feedback and requests, and encourages the community to provide specific, constructive feedback for future improvements.
• 💪 Nick emphasized the team's dedication to delivering the best possible game, despite the ongoing issues, and the team's long-term commitment to Splitgate's success.

Q & A

What was the main topic of the Splitgate Weekly update?

The main topic of the update was the state of ranked matchmaking, feedback on recent updates, and issues with daily and weekly challenges, as well as ongoing bug fixes and improvements to the game.

What was the primary frustration with ranked matchmaking in Splitgate?

One of the biggest issues with ranked matchmaking was the incorrect placement of players based on skill and rank. For example, top-tier players were sometimes matched with lower-ranked players, such as bronze players, which affected the overall experience.

What steps are being taken to fix the issues with ranked matchmaking?

The team is working to resolve a bug where the matchmaker incorrectly places players based on rank rather than skill. They are also addressing the issues related to server placement and latency in certain regions, specifically the EU server issues.

What changes are being made to the weapon balance in Splitgate?

The team is nerfing the Sabbas SMG due to its overpowered nature and adjusting the Sabbas shotgun to prevent it from one-shotting players. They are also working on a nerf to the wall mechanic and reviewing other weapons like the radar assault rifles and carbines.

How is the team approaching the feedback received from players about ranked?

The team values specific and constructive feedback. They encourage players to provide detailed suggestions rather than general complaints, as specific feedback helps the developers understand the issues better and implement targeted improvements.

What is being done about the daily and weekly challenge bugs in the game?

The team is rewriting the daily and weekly challenges system to address ongoing bugs and ensure the system works properly. This rewrite will replace the current patchwork approach and aim to create a stable and functional system.

What was the root cause of the challenge system's problems during the beta?

The challenge system was rushed during the beta due to tight timelines, which led to numerous bugs and server outages. The challenges were a fundamental cause of these issues, but the team is now focused on fixing them for a more reliable system.

What is the priority for the development team over the next few weeks?

The priority for the next few weeks is to fix the core systems of the game, including resolving bugs and technical debt. This will ensure a solid foundation before focusing on new features and content.

How does the team plan to support players who are concerned about completing their battle passes?

The team is committed to ensuring that players can complete their battle passes, even with the challenges system currently being rewritten. They are considering solutions like double XP or tokens to help players progress through the pass without worry.

What is the development team's long-term vision for Splitgate?

The development team is dedicated to continuously improving the game. They aim to move faster with their updates thanks to a larger team and more experience, but they remain committed to a long-term effort to make the game as amazing as possible based on player feedback.