"Split Fiction Receives Rave Reviews from Critics"

The gaming community has been buzzing with excitement over the latest release from Josef Fares, the creative mind behind It Takes Two. The highly anticipated Split Fiction has already made waves in the gaming press, earning an impressive average score of 91 on MetaCritic and 90 on OpenCritic. Critics have lauded the game for its innovative gameplay mechanics that keep players engaged and entertained throughout the experience.

Here's a breakdown of the scores from various gaming outlets:

• Gameractor UK: 100
• GameSpot: 100
• Inverse: 100
• Push Square: 100
• PC Games: 100
• TechRadar Gaming: 100
• Variety: 100
• Eurogamer: 100
• Areajugones: 95
• IGN USA: 90
• GameSpuer: 90
• Quiteshockers: 90
• PlayStation Lifestiles: 90
• Vandal: 90
• Stevivor: 80
• TheGamer: 80
• VGC: 80
• Wccftech: 80
• Hardcore Gamer: 70

Critics have highlighted Split Fiction as Hazelight Studios' finest work to date and one of the most remarkable co-op games of this generation. The game's ability to introduce fresh gameplay mechanics consistently without becoming repetitive has been a major point of praise.

Gameractor UK described Split Fiction as "Hazelight Studios' best work to date and one of the most impressive co-op games of this generation. The game amazes with its variety, keeping players engaged at every moment. All mechanics are executed at the highest level, and while a couple of minor flaws can be found, they pale in comparison to the constant flow of new ideas the game introduces at every turn. It’s a true celebration of creativity and innovation."

Eurogamer echoed this sentiment, calling it "a fantastic adventure from start to finish. It’s one of the most creative and engaging co-op games on the market, serving as a vivid testament to the boundless nature of human imagination."

IGN USA praised the game's creativity and innovation, noting that "Split Fiction is a masterfully crafted co-op adventure game that straddles the line between two genres. It’s a rollercoaster of ideas and gameplay styles that shift at a breakneck pace, keeping the experience thrilling throughout its 14-hour runtime. Since no single mechanic overstays its welcome, Split Fiction becomes a triumph of imagination. Hazelight hasn’t just rewritten the rules of co-op gaming—it’s created a new chapter that you (and your partner) simply must experience."

However, not all reviews were entirely positive. VGC pointed out some flaws, stating that "Visually, Split Fiction takes a significant step forward compared to the studio’s previous project, It Takes Two, though the two games share many similarities in terms of mechanics. At times, the game risks becoming repetitive due to constant switching between two main locations, but its rich selection of side stories and ever-changing mechanics ensure that the gameplay remains engaging from start to finish. That said, the same cannot be said for its plot, which leaves something to be desired."

Hardcore Gamer also noted some shortcomings, mentioning that "Split Fiction is shorter and more expensive than It Takes Two, and while it lacks the originality and variety of its predecessor, it still delivers a fun and exciting experience for two players. It’s a solid project, though it falls short of the expectations set by the studio’s previous game."

Split Fiction is set to release on March 6, 2025, and will be available on current-gen consoles (PS5, Xbox Series) and PC.