"Split Fiction Receives Rave Reviews from Critics"

The gaming community has been buzzing with excitement following the release of early impressions for Josef Fares' latest title, Split Fiction, developed by Hazelight Studios. Known for their groundbreaking work on It Takes Two, the studio has once again captured the attention of critics, achieving impressive scores of 91 on MetaCritic and 90 on OpenCritic.

Critics have lauded Split Fiction for its innovative approach to gameplay, consistently introducing fresh mechanics that keep the experience dynamic and engaging. 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

Gameractor UK hailed Split Fiction as Hazelight Studios' best work yet and one of the most impressive co-op games of this generation, highlighting its constant stream of new ideas and top-notch execution of mechanics. Eurogamer echoed this sentiment, describing the game as a fantastic adventure that celebrates the boundless nature of human imagination.

IGN USA praised the game's creativity and the thrilling experience it offers over its 14-hour runtime, noting how no single mechanic overstays its welcome. They recognized Hazelight's ability to redefine co-op gaming with this title.

However, not all feedback was entirely positive. VGC acknowledged the game's visual advancements and engaging gameplay but pointed out that the plot could be stronger. Additionally, they noted the potential for repetition due to the switching between two main locations. Hardcore Gamer felt that Split Fiction is shorter and more expensive than It Takes Two, and while fun, it doesn't quite match the originality and variety of its predecessor.

Split Fiction is set to release on March 6, 2025, and will be available on current-gen consoles (PS5, Xbox Series) and PC. With its high praise and minor criticisms, this title promises to be a must-play for fans of co-op gaming and creative gameplay experiences.