The gaming press has eagerly delved into the latest offering from Josef Fares, the creative mind behind It Takes Two, and their impressions of Split Fiction are now available. With an impressive average score of 91 on MetaCritic and 90 on OpenCritic, the game has garnered widespread acclaim for its innovative gameplay mechanics that consistently introduce fresh elements, keeping the experience engaging and far from monotonous. However, some critics have noted that the storyline feels somewhat underdeveloped, and the playtime is relatively short.
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
Gameractor UK praised Split Fiction as Hazelight Studios' finest work to date, describing it as one of the most impressive co-op games of this generation. They lauded the game's variety and the constant flow of new ideas, noting that any minor flaws are overshadowed by the game's creativity and innovation.
Eurogamer highlighted the game's fantastic adventure from start to finish, celebrating its creativity and engagement as a testament to human imagination.
IGN USA recognized Split Fiction as a masterfully crafted co-op adventure, appreciating the game's ability to shift genres and gameplay styles at a thrilling pace throughout its 14-hour runtime. They noted that while no single mechanic overstays its welcome, the game's plot could be more compelling.
VGC acknowledged the visual improvements over It Takes Two and appreciated the rich side stories and ever-changing mechanics. However, they felt the plot left something to be desired and mentioned a risk of repetition due to the game's setting.
Hardcore Gamer found Split Fiction to be shorter and more expensive than It Takes Two, and while it lacks the originality and variety of its predecessor, it still offers a fun and exciting experience for two players.
Split Fiction is set to launch on March 6, 2025, and will be available on current-gen consoles (PS5, Xbox Series) and PC.
