"Split Fiction" is a cooperative action-adventure game developed by Hazelight Studios and published by Electronic Arts. Released on March 6, 2025, for PlayStation 5, Windows PC, and Xbox Series X/S, with a Nintendo Switch 2 version following on June 5, 2025, the game emphasizes collaborative gameplay through its split-screen design.
Players control Mio Hudson and Zoe Foster, two writers who, after participating in an experiment involving a machine that immerses them in their own stories, find themselves trapped within their respective narratives—a science fiction world for Mio and a fantasy realm for Zoe. To escape, they must collaborate, leveraging their unique abilities to navigate challenges and uncover the experiment's true purpose.
Gameplay and Features:
- Cooperative Gameplay: Designed exclusively for two-player co-op, "Split Fiction" requires players to work together, utilizing complementary skills to overcome obstacles and solve puzzles.
- Diverse Worlds and Mechanics: The game transitions between various settings, including dragon-riding in a fantasy landscape and cybernetic battles in a sci-fi environment. Each world introduces unique mechanics, ensuring a fresh experience throughout the adventure.
- Friend's Pass System: Enabling players to invite friends to join the adventure for free, the Friend's Pass promotes accessibility and encourages shared experiences.
Development and Reception:
Developed using Unreal Engine 5, "Split Fiction" has been lauded for its imaginative design and engaging co-op mechanics. Critics have praised its inventive gameplay, with IGN describing it as "an expertly crafted and absorbing co-op adventure." The game achieved significant commercial success, selling over 1 million units within two days of release and surpassing 2 million within a week.
