The latest title from Josef Fares, known for his work on It Takes Two, has garnered significant attention from the gaming press following their early access to Split Fiction. The game, developed by Hazelight Studios, has achieved impressive scores, averaging 91 on MetaCritic and 90 on OpenCritic. Critics have lauded the game for its innovative approach to gameplay, consistently introducing new mechanics and ensuring a fresh experience throughout.

Here's a breakdown of the scores from various gaming outlets:

• Gameractor UK: 100
• GameSpot: 100
• Inverse: 100
• Push Square: 100
• PC Games: 100
• TechRadar Gaming: 100
• Variety: 100
• Eurogamer: 100
• Areajugones: 95
• IGN USA: 90
• GameSpuer: 90
• Quiteshockers: 90
• PlayStation Lifestiles: 90
• Vandal: 90
• Stevivor: 80
• TheGamer: 80
• VGC: 80
• Wccftech: 80
• Hardcore Gamer: 70

Critics have praised Split Fiction as Hazelight Studios' finest work to date, highlighting its variety and creativity. Gameractor UK described it as "a true celebration of creativity and innovation," awarding it a perfect score. Eurogamer also gave it a 100, calling it "a fantastic adventure" and a testament to human imagination.

IGN USA, scoring it at 90, noted the game's significant visual improvements over It Takes Two and praised its dynamic gameplay, though they mentioned a somewhat repetitive setting and a plot that could have been stronger. VGC echoed similar sentiments, giving it an 80 and pointing out the game's shorter length and higher price compared to It Takes Two, while still appreciating its engaging gameplay.

Hardcore Gamer, with a score of 70, felt that Split Fiction didn't live up to the originality and variety of its predecessor, though it still offered a fun co-op experience.

Split Fiction is set to release on March 6, 2025, and will be available on current-gen consoles (PS5, Xbox Series) and PC.