Split Fiction Reviews
An outstanding cooperative adventure that stands out for its variety of situations and mechanics, as well as its narrative.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
A triumphant blend of co-op gameplay, diverse genres and solid storytelling; Split Fiction makes every moment fresh and exciting. With its tight pacing, addictive mechanics and generous online/couch co-op features, Hazelight Studios has easily delivered their strongest title yet. If you've never played a game from this developer before, now is a better time than ever.
Split Fiction has already become one of my favorites as one of the best games of the year. Grab your friend and get ready for a great adventure.
Review in Turkish | Read full review
Split Fiction is a whirlwind of creative chaos that seamlessly blends genres, constantly surprising players with its inventive gameplay mechanics and ever-shifting worlds, where each level feels like a new game and teamwork isn’t just encouraged - it's essential.
Review in Unknown | Read full review
Split Fiction isn't just another co-op game — it's a true creative manifesto about the power of stories, friendship, and shared fun.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Hazelight Studios proves once again with Split Fiction that more co-op games like this should exist; following the massive success of It Takes Two, they deliver another thrilling adventure—despite a few minor flaws—that offers a fresh and exciting experience across emotions, gameplay, humor, music, story, and environments, making it a must-play for fans of It Takes Two and anyone seeking a great co-op game.
Review in Dutch | Read full review
Split Fiction is a game that gets better as it progresses. At the beginning, sections bordered on overstaying their welcome, but as the journey unfolded, I quickly found myself not wanting to leave these worlds. Split Fiction was a perpetual flow of variety, challenge and pure fun accented by resonant story. Hazelight have solidified themselves as masters of the co-op adventure and Split Fiction is best in class.
For those who love cooperative games, storytelling-driven adventures, or just a fresh take on game design, Split Fiction is absolutely worth playing. It may not be perfect, but it’s an adventure you won’t soon forget.
Hazelight has nailed it once again with Split Fiction. I was hooked on the adventure from start to finish, full of fun, creative and impactful moments, all with impressive polish. Each new idea presented left me excited to continue and discover how far the game would go, always accompanied by impeccable graphics and sound. Split Fiction will stay with me for a long time, being one of those unique experiences that remind me why I love video games so much.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Split Fiction throws you into a fast-paced co-op adventure packed with creative mechanics, ever-changing gameplay, and memorable character moments. Jumping between sci-fi and fantasy worlds keeps things visually fresh, and no two levels play the same. The villain doesn’t leave much of an impact, and a few sections run longer than they should, but the co-op challenges and constant surprises make it an easy recommendation for anyone who loves teamwork-driven games.
Such a game is meant to be lived, not explained.
Review in Greek | Read full review
Split Fiction is a delightfully creative co-op adventure with a lot to say about human connection through creativity.
Josef Fares has imagined a brilliant cooperative action-platformer, whose ingenious design method that is easy to interpret but challenging to overcome comes across as a glorious tribute to the creators, players and industry of video games. Multifaceted, graphically phenomenal and full of gameplay moments that will always leave you wanting more.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
At the end of the day, Split Fiction is exactly what co-op gaming should be—fun, engaging, and just frustrating enough to make you want to throw the controller, but not the relationship, out the window. It’s not a revolutionary experience, but it’s a damn good one. And in a world where split-screen co-op is becoming rarer than a good Nicolas Cage movie, that’s worth celebrating.
Split Fiction is an experience that celebrates creativity and human connection, immersing players in the role of two young writers tormented by their inner demons. It's precisely the differences between the two that give rise to worlds totally distinct from each other, allowing players to enjoy gameplay that is always diversified, fresh, and fun. In this, the title from Hazelight Studios is nothing short of excellent, continuously proposing new game mechanics within graphically and technically spectacular levels. However, the narrative is lacking, generally of a lower standard compared to It Takes Two and at times banal and predictable. In any case, if you're looking for a local or online co-op experience, Split Fiction is highly recommended, representing the perfect title to entertain the whole family.
Review in Italian | Read full review
The result is a flawless split-screen hit. Experiencing the adventures of Zoe and Mio and solving puzzles, defeating bosses and fighting together is a truly wild ride.
Review in German | Read full review
Colossal co-op entertainment: The action-adventure Split Fiction ignites a veritable firework of gameplay in breathtakingly beautiful game worlds - and tells a touching story along the way.
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Split Fiction is, at its heart, a celebration about how wonderful, imaginative and downright clever videogames can be when they choose to embrace what they are – an art form that thrives on interactivity, creativity, and boundless possibility. Hazelight have proven that once again, when it comes to building distinct experiences that blend storytelling, mechanics, and player agency – they have no equal. Spectacular.
Split Fiction presents a blend of game mechanics, story ideas, and narrative elements that offer an entertaining and engaging affair from start to finish. The main campaign deserves to be followed, with numerous intriguing side stories that enrich the overall experience. Although the title starts slower than It Takes Two, Split Fiction ultimately delivers the same signature, satisfying co-op adventure that can only be experienced through the creative vision of Josef Fares and his team at Hazelight Studios.
Hazelight Studios has once again proven with ‘Split Fiction’ that they are masters of the co-op genre, crafting an experience that is both emotionally resonant and mechanically brilliant.