EMPULSE Launches in Early Access With Mostly Positive Steam Reviews

The new multiplayer shooter EMPULSE has officially entered Steam Early Access, and its launch is off to a promising start. Developed by 1047 Games, the studio behind Splitgate, the fast-paced FPS has earned Mostly Positive user reviews on Steam, with around 74% of players recommending the game during its first days on the platform.

Designed as a 6v6 movement shooter, EMPULSE focuses on speed and vertical combat rather than traditional military gameplay. Players can wall-run, grapple across maps, perform Holojumps, and pilot powerful mechs while using the game's unique P.A.I.N.T. system to alter the battlefield with speed boosts, healing zones, explosive effects, and other tactical advantages. The combination of fluid movement and large-scale mech combat has led many players to compare the title to Titanfall, while still recognizing its own distinct gameplay identity.

Community feedback has been largely positive, with players praising EMPULSE's responsive movement system, satisfying gunplay, and fast-paced multiplayer matches. However, some reviews point to areas that could improve during Early Access, including mech balance, map design, and greater gameplay variety. The developers have already confirmed that community feedback will play a major role in shaping future updates and new content.

EMPULSE's successful debut represents an important step for 1047 Games following the mixed reception of its recent projects. With regular updates, additional maps, new modes, and gameplay refinements already planned, the studio hopes to build a long-term competitive shooter that can establish its own place in the crowded FPS market. While it's still early days, the game's positive reception suggests EMPULSE has the potential to become one of the standout multiplayer releases of 2026.