Hazelight’s ‘Split fiction’: A Sci-Fi/Fantasy Co-op Adventure Coming March 2025
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Get ready for a wild ride! Electronic Arts and Hazelight Studios, the team behind the 20-million-unit-selling hit “It Takes Two,” are thrilled to announce their next collaborative masterpiece: Split Fiction. This unique split-screen cooperative action-adventure game blends the best of science fiction and fantasy, promising an unforgettable gaming experience launching March 7, 2025.
Players will step into the shoes of Mio and Zoe, two writers with contrasting styles – one a science fiction aficionado, the other a fantasy specialist. Their creative worlds collide when a mischievous idea-stealing machine traps them within their own stories, forcing them to navigate bizarre and unpredictable landscapes.
“we at Hazelight have 10 years of experience developing co-op games, delivering exciting titles that go beyond action-adventure co-op games. Split Fiction is a game we’re extremely proud of. I have to say, it’s going to be an eye-opener for you,” says Josef Fares, founder of Hazelight Studios. “Because of the setting of Mio and Zoe traveling in science fiction and fantasy worlds, we took the prospect to add some crazy content to the gameplay and story. This is definately the most epic cooperative adventure to date.”
Prepare for an exhilarating journey filled with unexpected challenges. From escaping supernovae to battling evil kittens (yes, really!), Split Fiction promises a constant stream of surprises. Imagine mastering hoverboard tricks, challenging dancing monkeys, and even riding a sand tiger shark on a gravity bike! each world offers unique mechanics and skills, ensuring replayability and endless fun.
“Playing great co-op games together creates friendships and splendid memories, and no one does it better than Hazelight,” said Jeff Gamon, general manager of partnerships at EA. “I’m excited to continue working with Josef and his talented team.Long-term cooperation will create another innovative and cooperative adventure game that continues to push boundaries and create new definitions for players’ experiences both inside and outside the game.”
The popular “Friend Pass” returns, allowing owners to invite a friend to play for free across platforms including PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam, Epic Games Store, and EA App). Split fiction will be available on March 7, 2025, priced at $49.99.
Prepare for Launch: March 7, 2025
Mark your calendars! Split Fiction launches March 7, 2025, on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam, the Epic Games Store, and the EA App. Get ready for the most epic co-op adventure yet!
Hazelight Blends Sci-Fi and Fantasy in ‘Split Fiction’: A New Co-Op Masterpiece is Coming
Senior Editor of world-today-news.com, Sarah Williams, sits down with renowned gaming journalist and co-op expert, Ethan cole, to discuss Hazelight Studios’ highly anticipated upcoming release, Split Fiction. The game, a unique blend of science fiction and fantasy elements, promises to deliver an unforgettable cooperative gaming experience
A Unique Genre Blend
sarah: Ethan, Hazelight Studios has made a name for itself with innovative co-op experiences like It Takes Two. What sets Split Fiction apart and how does it build on their previous success?
Ethan: A huge part of Split fiction‘s appeal is its genre-bending narrative. It takes two distinct worlds – science fiction and fantasy – and weaves them together through the story of two writers whose creations collide. This blend offers a refreshing twist and allows for a variety of unique gameplay mechanics and environments, something Hazelight is known for.
Stepping into the Story
Sarah: Can you tell us more about the protagonists, Mio and Zoe? How does their contrasting writing styles influence the gameplay?
Ethan: Mio and Zoe represent the two distinct genres. Mio leans towards the futuristic elements with gadgets and technology while Zoe embraces the more whimsical aspects of fantasy. Their opposing styles directly impact the gameplay, forcing players to adapt and collaborate, switching between these two worlds. This dynamic is what Hazelight truly excels at, making collaboration essential to progress.
A Playground of Possibilities
Sarah: The released sneak peeks hint at some truly bizarre and exciting challenges—battles with evil kittens and riding sand tiger sharks on gravity bikes, for example. What can players expect in terms of variety and replayability?
Ethan: Split Fiction seems to be overflowing with creative level design and unexpected encounters. From escaping supernova explosions to mastering hoverboard tricks, the game seems to offer a diverse range of challenges and mechanics.Each world promises unique gameplay elements, ensuring that players will have many reasons to revisit the experience.
The Power of co-op
Sarah: You’ve frequently enough championed collaborative gaming experiences. What makes hazelight Studios stand out in this genre?
Ethan: Hazelight understands that co-op games are about more than just shared gameplay. They craft experiences that foster genuine teamwork, communication, and, most importantly, create lasting memories.The return of the “Friend Pass” further emphasizes their commitment to making these experiences accessible to everyone.
Sarah: Ethan, thank you for your insights into this exciting new adventure. Split Fiction is shaping up to be a truly remarkable addition to the gaming landscape.
Ethan: It’s my pleasure, Sarah. I, for one, am counting down the days until March 7th, 2025!
