What to Expect From Split Fiction in 2025

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Following its unveiling at The Game Awards in 2024 and a planned release date for early 2025, the excitement surrounding Hazelight Studios’ upcoming cooperative game, “Split Fiction“, is already palpable among players. Given that Hazelight Studios’ debut title, “It Takes Two“, was crowned Game of the Year at The Game Awards in 2021, it seems strategic for the developer to showcase their next game, “Split Fiction“, during the awards ceremony to generate interest. With expectations now set for “Split Fiction“, the game will undoubtedly be built upon Hazelight Studios’ cooperative gameplay formula established in previous titles such as “A Way Out” and “It Takes Two“.

Despite the announcement of “Split Fiction” in December 2024 and its scheduled release in March 2025, it seems Hazelight Studios will have a limited timeframe for creating excitement about the game. Therefore, it’s likely that players will see an increase in updates about “Split Fiction” before its launch to share new details, address lingering questions, and stimulate anticipation leading up to its release.

Split Fiction Will Be a New Direction for Hazelight Studios

From the pattern established in Hazelight Studio’s past projects, it’s reasonable to anticipate that their upcoming game, _Split Fiction_, will maintain the cooperative gameplay formula they are recognized for. While some might recognize Hazelight Studios from their second title, _It Takes Two_ (which won Game of the Year in 2021), the studio has actually been delving into cooperative gameplay and two-player narratives since their debut game, _A Way Out_. So, while these games may provide some clues about what to expect from _Split Fiction_, Hazelight Studios could be combining elements of both as they forge new paths in game development.

In contrast to A Way Out, which offered a more grounded and realistic gaming experience, It Takes Two delves into the fantastical. Split Fiction, however, seems to find a happy medium between these two styles. From the gameplay trailer shown at The Game Awards in 2024 and comments made by Hazelight Studios’ Director, Josef Fares, we know that Split Fiction will blend science fiction and fantasy by having its characters trapped within a simulation. While it’s still uncertain how far this genre hybridization will go or what the overall story of the game might be, these details are expected to become clearer closer to the release date.

Split Fiction is Expected to Stay True To Hazelight Studios’ Formula

In contrast to Hazelight Studios’ past titles, the mood and narrative of Split Fiction might shift, but it appears that the fundamental cooperative gameplay will remain consistent with their current style. For instance, during the reveal trailer for Split Fiction, Fares hinted at mechanics similar to It Takes Two, where specific stages would feature unique interactions only available within each level, such as nurturing mythical dragons or adorning sci-fi suits. Furthermore, Fares confirmed that Split Fiction will continue employing the Friends Pass system, ensuring a shared gaming experience with a friend.

Players Should Expect to Learn More Before Split Fiction’s Release

Although many believe that Split Fiction will primarily follow Hazelight Studios’ traditional cooperative gameplay, there’s a strong possibility that it could innovate with its storyline, given the emphasis on gameplay rather than narrative in the trailer. As we approach its release date on March 6, fans can anticipate further information about Split Fiction to surface over the coming months, potentially including details about the plot, characters Zoe and Mio, as well as the CEO antagonist from Rader Publishing. This could entail a more detailed story trailer, a comprehensive gameplay demo highlighting some of Split Fiction’s early levels, or even a deeper exploration of the game’s narrative.

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2025-01-06 03:53