Split Fiction: Rave Reviews Pour In

The gaming world is buzzing about Split Fiction, the latest creation from Josef Fares (of It Takes Two fame). Early reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with the game boasting an average score of 91 on Metacritic and 90 on OpenCritic. Critics consistently praise its innovative approach to gameplay, constantly introducing fresh mechanics that prevent monotony. While some reviewers note a slightly weaker narrative and shorter playtime than expected, the overall consensus is overwhelmingly enthusiastic.

Several outlets awarded perfect scores: Gameractor UK, GameSpot, Inverse, Push Square, PC Games, TechRadar Gaming, Variety, and Eurogamer all gave Split Fiction a 100/100. Other high-scoring reviews include Areajugones (95/100), IGN USA (90/100), GameSpuer (90/100), Quiteshockers (90/100), PlayStation Lifestyles (90/100), and Vandal (90/100). More moderate scores came from Stevivor, TheGamer, and VGC (all 80/100), and Hardcore Gamer (70/100).

Here are some excerpts highlighting the critical response:

"Split Fiction is Hazelight Studios' best work to date and one of the most impressive co-op games of this generation. The game amazes with its variety, keeping players engaged at every moment." — Gameractor UK (100/100)

"From start to finish, Split Fiction remains a fantastic adventure. It’s one of the most creative and engaging co-op games on the market." — Eurogamer (100/100)

"Split Fiction is a masterfully crafted co-op adventure game…a rollercoaster of ideas and gameplay styles…a triumph of imagination." — IGN USA (90/100)

"Visually, Split Fiction takes a significant step forward…but its plot leaves something to be desired." — VGC (80/100)

"Split Fiction is shorter and more expensive than It Takes Two, and while it lacks the originality and variety of its predecessor, it still delivers a fun and exciting experience." — Hardcore Gamer (70/100)

Split Fiction launches March 6th, 2025, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.