"Split Fiction: Critics Rave About New Release"

The gaming press has had its first hands-on experience with the latest title from acclaimed developer Josef Fares, and the response has been overwhelmingly positive. Split Fiction, the new co-op adventure from Hazelight Studios, currently boasts an impressive average score of 91 on MetaCritic and 90 on OpenCritic, reflecting widespread critical acclaim.

Critics have lauded the game for its relentless creativity and constant introduction of fresh gameplay mechanics, ensuring players remain engaged from beginning to end. The title is being celebrated as a bold evolution in co-op gaming, delivering a dynamic and inventive experience that avoids repetition through a rapid succession of innovative ideas.

Notable review scores include:

• 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

“Split Fiction is 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.”
— Gameractor UK, 100/100

“From start to finish, Split Fiction remains a fantastic adventure. 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.”
— Eurogamer, 100/100

“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.”
— IGN USA, 90/100

“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.”
— VGC, 80/100

“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.”
— Hardcore Gamer, 70/100

Despite some critiques regarding its narrative depth and playtime, Split Fiction stands out as a visually stunning and mechanically inventive title that pushes the boundaries of cooperative gameplay. With its release set for March 6, 2025, the game will be available on current-gen platforms—PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC—inviting players worldwide to experience its imaginative world.

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