Split Fiction Reviews
Freely crossing genres and constantly offering new and fresh gameplay, Split Fiction is a roller coaster ride that's hard to stop mid-game.
Review in Korean | Read full review
Being able to play a co-op game with someone else feels right as it provides a sense of togetherness that is rare to come across these days. Split Fiction reiterates this need to tell stories that can be experienced and enjoyed alongside others.
If this is your first time playing Split Fiction, this is a great entry point. Everything that made the original work is intact, and the portability adds a lot if you’re planning on co-op sessions in short bursts. If you already played the game elsewhere, though, this version doesn’t bring new content or technical upgrades. It’s the same game, rebuilt to run smoothly on a smaller screen. That might be enough for a second run with someone new, but it won’t feel fresh if you’ve seen it all before.
Split Fiction is pure joy for two players: a heartwarming, hilarious, and entertaining adventure that oozes creativity with its myriad mechanics. While there are some downgrades, the Switch 2 version is visually very competent and is a must-have for console owners looking for new multiplayer experiences.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Split Fiction on Nintendo Switch 2 doesn’t quite hit the same technical highs as its Xbox debut, but the story, tension, and gameplay are top-tier.
Split Fiction is one of the best co-op games in the industry. While its story isn't original, it uses it well and features an outstanding, dynamic duo of protagonists - Mio and Zoe. The gameplay is just as dynamic, blending genres and worlds with inventive cooperative mechanics. After A Way Out and It Takes Two, it's hard to find a better co-op experience, whether you're playing with a veteran or a complete beginner.
Review in Czech | Read full review
Split Fiction could almost be considered a living work of art; the developers really ramp up the game and continually amaze you. A highlight for me was the "Tooth Section," one of the best final bosses I've ever experienced. Then there was the jaw-dropping finale. During the test, I took over 60 pictures, and I could easily have taken twice as many. Since that would have been a huge spoiler, we cut it down to 30, because everyone should take their own experiences and wow moments with them. While "A Way Out" and especially "It Takes Two" were already great top contenders, Hazelight raises the technical and creative bar even higher with "Split Fiction," serving up the craziest and greatest co-op adventure of all time. Despite all that, the predecessor, "It Takes Two," still appealed to me more in terms of the story. Two thumbs up from me, though!
Review in German | Read full review
Split Fiction is the best Hazelight Studios game. After one of the best games of the generation, It Takes Two, the studio returned with a new game that offers a creative idea, which produced a very wonderful product that will be remembered as one of the best games of the 9th generation.
Review in Arabic | Read full review
If there’s one word that perfectly describes Split Fiction, it’s “fun.” The levels are amazing, the story is entertaining enough, and there’s no shortage of joy in exploring with friends what is essentially a virtual playground. It’s such a blast that I can’t help but hope Split Fiction, fingers crossed, will follow in the footsteps of its predecessor, It TakesTwo, and rake in the same well-deserved accolades.
As a whole, Split Fiction does everything that you’d expect from a Hazelight game. And that’s an uncompromised focus on cooperative gameplay that is unmatched by pretty much anything else out there. The vast amount oft gameplay variety and exciting moments makes this a must-play; even if the story doesn’t quite hit the heights that we were expecting from other titles from the same company, the sum of its parts still makes it superior in every other aspect, and especially when compared to other outings from 2025 thus far.
Split Fiction is the highly anticipated split-screen co-op game from It Takes Two authors, and the premise were respected. The adventure starring Mio and Zoe is full of new gameplay mechanics that appears through the story, and give a fresh look to the gameplay. While the final result is not incredibile as It Takes Two, Hazelight Studios has achieve an incredible milestone, where is creativity reach new horizons thanks to the secondary stories, a mini-adventures with mini-game and unique gameplays and stories to told. Sure one of the best games of this year full of incredible releases.
Review in Italian | Read full review
What Hazelight has done with Split Fiction is simply amazing, using their expertise to craft a co-op adventure that feels just right. There are all sorts of gameplay sequences that can appeal to different tastes, an engrossing story told through the characters and the worlds, and splendidly propped up by imaginative cooperative interactions that have none of the frustration and all of the charm. It might not be the best co-op game for everyone, but from a design perspective, there are no split opinions; this is Hazelight Studios’ best work yet.
Much like Hazelight Studios' previous titles, Split Fiction left us nothing short of impressed, thanks to its varied gameplay and a technically refined presentation. This time around, Mio and Zoe dive deep into their own imagination, in a game clearly crafted for a more experienced audience. It’s fast-paced, intense, and at times downright unforgiving, punishing even the smallest misstep. A bit of frustration is to be expected. The game demands razor-sharp reflexes and a high level of coordination and understanding between players. But despite the difficulty spike, we genuinely believe the experience is more than worth it.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Split Fiction takes players on a visually creative journey through diverse fantasy and sci-fi worlds, with solid gameplay and some memorable side moments. However, the lack of narrative depth, constant pressure, and missed opportunities for meaningful cooperation made the experience more exhausting than enjoyable. In the end, its imaginative environments stood out, but they weren’t quite enough to fully balance the frustration.
Review in German | Read full review
Split Fiction is not just an excellent co-op game but a memorable experience that challenges genre conventions and raises the bar for future titles of its kind—and beyond.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Split Fiction offers amongst the most incredible adventures in a video game ever. Hazelight Studios gave us something truly special. And you can enjoy all of this for only £40. Definitely a Game of the Year contender.
Split Fiction is deeply engaging, and the hours flew by as we played. Many games hold players’ hands, guiding them through every step with constant prompts and restrictive mechanics. Split Fiction, however, throws you in headfirst, trusting you to experiment, explore, and engage with its world on your own terms. For anyone considering it, make sure you have a Player 2 who’s up for the ride. At 11–14 hours, it’s a commitment, but one that’s absolutely worth it. You’re in for a journey that will explore creativity almost, to its very limits and a gameplay that feels fresh and exciting. And if you’re wondering—yes, I’m still on speaking terms with CaptainTrophyHunter, until our next co-op adventure.
Split Fiction proves that a great story and character development can create a truly memorable experience.
Split Fiction is a fantastic game, polished to perfection, I can’t imagine how the developers are going to top this.