Sydney Sweeney to Lead in Adaptation of Split Fiction

Exciting news for fans of both cinema and gaming: Sydney Sweeney, known for her role in *Madame Web*, is set to star in the film adaptation of the hit video game *Split Fiction*. The project, which is being spearheaded by Story Kitchen—the creative force behind the successful Sonic films—is rapidly taking shape. Renowned director Jon M. Chu, who helmed *Wicked*, will direct, while the screenplay is being penned by the dynamic duo Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick, the writers behind *Deadpool & Wolverine*. This impressive talent lineup is now being shopped around to Hollywood studios, setting the stage for a potentially fierce bidding war.

One intriguing aspect of Sweeney's involvement is the uncertainty about which sister she will portray—Zoe or Mio. Variety reports that this decision has yet to be finalized, adding an extra layer of anticipation to the project.

*Split Fiction*, launched in March, has already made waves in the gaming world, selling over 2 million copies in just one week. Developed by Hazelight and designer Josef Fares, the game has not only been a commercial success but is also set to be a launch title for the Nintendo Switch 2. IGN's review praised the game, awarding it a 9/10 and describing it as "an expertly crafted co-op adventure that pinballs from one genre extreme to another, Split Fiction is a rollercoaster of constantly refreshed gameplay ideas and styles – and one that’s very hard to walk away from."

Hazelight's success doesn't stop with *Split Fiction*. Another of their titles, *It Takes Two*, which sold 23 million copies, is also slated for a movie adaptation, with rumors swirling that Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson might star in it. While there's always the possibility that these movie deals might not come to fruition, the current surge in successful video game adaptations suggests that Hollywood is eager to bring these stories to the big screen.

Story Kitchen's portfolio extends beyond *Split Fiction*. Last year, they announced a film adaptation of Square Enix's *Just Cause*, with *Blue Beetle* director Ángel Manuel Soto attached. They are also working on adaptations of *Dredge: The Movie*, *Kingmakers*, *Sleeping Dogs*, and even a live-action Toys 'R' Us movie. Meanwhile, Hazelight is already teasing its next gaming project, keeping fans eagerly awaiting what's next.