Split Fiction Is A Masterpiece, and Everyone Should Play It!

Remembering Game of the Year from It Takes Two all the way back at the 2021 Game Awards, I can only imagine Hazelight Studios was practically bursting with ideas for their next project. And from what I’ve seen in Split Fiction, they didn’t just have ideas—they had a whole universe of them.

This game is an electrifying two-player adventure that combines everything you love about gaming into one hilarious, mind-bending package. Seriously, it’s like they went through every genre, picked their favorites, and then mashed them together into an unstoppable co-op joyride. You’ll be grinning like an idiot while parkouring, puzzle-solving, and yes—pulverizing your way to one of the most epic finales in recent memory.

Is it a puzzle-platformer? Yes! A third-person action-adventure? Most def! Extreme sports game? You can count on it. A side-scroller, twin-stick shooter, or maybe all of the above? The answer gamers, is a resounding “Hell Yeah”
Split Fiction is a masterpiece, and everyone should play it!

Hazelight has outdone itself. They’ve not only proven they’re a powerhouse of creativity and innovation, but they’ve also built on everything they learned from It Takes Two and turned it up to eleven. The environments are vast, beautiful, and varied. The characters, Mio and Zoe, are packed with charm and personality. The gameplay is a rollercoaster of fresh mechanics, introduced at a pace that’s as thrilling as it is fun. And let’s not forget the writing, which juggles dark humor, emotional depth, and moments of pure joy with the finesse of a trapeze artist. Split Fiction might dip its toe in a bit of cheesiness here and there—especially when dealing with the villain, Rader—but it only adds to the charm.

So Here’s The Story:

The game kicks off with a classic setup: two protagonists who couldn’t be more different. Mio Hudson is the cynical, city-dwelling, sci-fi lover who keeps her heart locked away like the last cookie in a jar. Zoe Foster, on the other hand, is sunshine in human form, with a love for fantasy and an optimistic outlook that could probably power a small city. But the one thing they share? They’re both desperate for a break—and a paycheck. Enter Rader Publishing, a shady tech company promising to merge storytelling with cutting-edge virtual worlds. Zoe, ever the idealist, is all in, but Mio? She’s not buying it. Naturally, things get a little… physical, and before they know it, both are plugged into Rader’s simulation machine, their minds fused together.

From there, the game turns into a delightful blend of chaotic adventure and quirky storytelling. Mio’s skepticism and Zoe’s unwavering positivity clash at first, but they eventually team up after realizing Rader is up to no good—namely harvesting their ideas and erasing their memories. As they work together to explore the various worlds they’ve created, they must hunt down “glitches” that might be their ticket to escape—before Rader erases their brains like a bad email draft.

This setup gives Hazelight the perfect excuse to send you through 20 different worlds, each one more outlandish and stunning than the last. Each universe is like stepping into a new genre: one minute you’re solving puzzles in a dreamlike city, the next you’re soaring through a high-speed chase in an action-packed world. And the best part? You’re not just passively watching these wild worlds unfold—you’re actively participating in them with inventive, cleverly-designed mechanics that keep you engaged from start to finish.

And get this: Split Fiction is cross-platform—yep, you can grab it on PC, and your buddy on PS5 can play with you for free. As if that wasn’t enough, creative director Josef Fares is still railing against microtransactions and pushing for a game industry that values creativity over corporate greed. Can you imagine? A game that’s both amazing and consumer-friendly? Who knew that was even possible?

In short, Split Fiction might just be the best co-op game I’ve ever played. And honestly, it’s more than that—it’s a love letter to storytelling, creativity, and everything that makes gaming such a uniquely wonderful experience. Funny, emotional, goofy, thrilling, and visually stunning, this game is shaping up to be one of the best releases of 2025. Hazelight’s latest is a standout, and it’s clear that they’re not just setting a new standard for co-op games, but for video games in general. If you’re into gaming, Split Fiction is a must-play.

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