Sydney Sweeney to Lead in Split Fiction Film Adaptation

Sydney Sweeney, known for her role in *Madame Web*, is set to star in the upcoming movie adaptation of the critically acclaimed video game, *Split Fiction*. The film is being spearheaded by Story Kitchen, the studio behind the successful Sonic movie franchise, which is now assembling a top-tier team for this new project. *Wicked* director Jon M. Chu will helm the adaptation, with the screenplay penned by the dynamic duo behind *Deadpool & Wolverine*, Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick. As the project gains momentum, Story Kitchen is reportedly preparing to present this impressive talent package to Hollywood studios, sparking anticipation of a potential bidding war.

The casting of Sweeney in *Split Fiction* raises the question of which sister she will portray—Zoe or Mio, a decision that Variety notes has yet to be finalized.

*Split Fiction*, developed by Hazelight and led by designer Josef Fares, has been a resounding success since its launch in March. The game sold over 2 million copies within its first week and is slated to be a launch title for the Nintendo Switch 2. IGN's review praised the game, awarding it a 9/10 and describing it as "an expertly crafted co-op adventure that pinballs from one genre extreme to another, Split Fiction is a rollercoaster of constantly refreshed gameplay ideas and styles – and one that's very hard to walk away from."

Hazelight's success extends beyond *Split Fiction*. Their other hit, *It Takes Two*, which sold 23 million copies, is also being adapted into a film, with speculation that Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson might take a starring role. While the future of these adaptations is not guaranteed, the current wave of successful video game adaptations suggests a promising outlook for Hazelight's projects.

Story Kitchen's portfolio is expanding beyond *Split Fiction*. Last year, they announced a film adaptation of Square Enix's *Just Cause*, to be directed by *Blue Beetle*'s Ángel Manuel Soto. Additionally, they are working on adaptations of *Dredge: The Movie*, *Kingmakers*, *Sleeping Dogs*, and even a live-action *Toys 'R' Us* movie.

Meanwhile, Hazelight is already teasing its next game, keeping fans eager for what's to come in their innovative lineup of titles.