The latest game from Josef Fares, titled Split Fiction, has garnered significant attention and praise from the gaming press following their initial experiences. With an impressive average score of 91 on MetaCritic and 90 on OpenCritic, the game is being hailed as a standout title in the co-op genre. Critics have lauded its ability to seamlessly introduce new gameplay mechanics, ensuring a dynamic and engaging experience throughout.

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 described Split Fiction as Hazelight Studios' finest work yet, emphasizing its unparalleled variety and execution of mechanics. They highlighted how the game continuously introduces new ideas, overshadowing any minor flaws with its creativity and innovation.

Eurogamer praised the game as a fantastic adventure from start to finish, celebrating its creativity and engagement as a testament to human imagination.

IGN USA noted the game's masterful craft, blending two genres into a thrilling experience. They pointed out the game's 14-hour runtime and the constant shift in gameplay styles, ensuring that no mechanic outstays its welcome. IGN also commended Hazelight for creating a new chapter in co-op gaming.

VGC appreciated the visual improvements over It Takes Two but criticized the repetitive nature of switching between two main locations. While they praised the rich selection of side stories and mechanics, they felt the plot could be stronger.

Hardcore Gamer found Split Fiction to be shorter and pricier than It Takes Two, lacking the originality and variety of its predecessor. Despite this, they acknowledged it as a solid and fun experience for two players.

Split Fiction is set to release on March 6, 2025, and will be available on current-gen consoles (PS5, Xbox Series) and PC. This eagerly anticipated title promises to deliver a unique and thrilling co-op adventure, building on the success and innovation of Hazelight Studios' previous works.