Join Splitgate 2 Open Alpha: Steps Revealed

After its exciting reveal in 2024, *Splitgate 2* has been eagerly anticipated by fans who've already gotten a taste through Closed Alpha tests. Now, 1047 Games is opening the doors wider with an Open Alpha test that everyone can participate in. Here's your guide to joining *Splitgate 2*'s Open Alpha Test.

When Is the *Splitgate 2* Open Alpha Test? Answered

Following its surprise reveal at the February PlayStation State of Play, a new trailer announced that the Open Alpha Test for *Splitgate 2* will kick off on February 27, 2025, across console and PC platforms. The test will run for five days, concluding on March 2, 2025.

How To Play *Splitgate 2*'s Open Alpha Test

True to its name, the Open Alpha Test is open to all. Here's how you can dive into the action starting February 27:

• Visit your preferred digital storefront, whether it's Steam, the PS Store, or another platform.
• Search for *Splitgate 2*.
• Download the Crossplay Alpha Test.

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What to Expect in *Splitgate 2*'s Open Alpha Test

According to Lead Writer Nate Dern's insights on the PlayStation Blog, the Open Alpha Test will feature crossplay and introduce a thrilling 24-player mode called Multi-Team Portal Warfare. In this mode, three teams of eight will battle it out on *Splitgate*'s largest map yet, testing new weapons, perks, and equipment amidst the chaos.

The original *Splitgate* was celebrated for its portal mechanics, allowing players to pull off mind-blowing maneuvers and trickshots by creating portals on the fly. In *Splitgate 2*, while new classes and factions with unique abilities will be introduced, the beloved portal mechanic remains at the heart of the game. Feedback from both internal and external sources has been crucial in shaping *Splitgate 2* into what promises to be a groundbreaking experience in the FPS genre.

That's everything you need to know to participate in the *Splitgate 2* Open Alpha test.

*Splitgate 2*'s Open Alpha launches on February 27 for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC.