Key conclusions
- Hazelight Studios is working on a new co-op game called “Split Fiction” after the success of It Takes Two.
- The game is rumored to feature dynamic split-screen gameplay with unique twists such as vertical, horizontal, and diagonal splits.
- After the success of It Takes Two with more than 20 million copies sold, the studio is aiming for a third successful release.
It takes two creator Hazelight Studios is working on a new game called “Split fantasy,” which could also be a possible hint at his gameplay. Afterwards It takes twothe Swedish developer is now focused on delivering its third consecutive EA-published game.
On October 17, Hazelight Studios head Josef Phares posted an intriguing tweet, partially revealing the title of the studio's upcoming game. They have confirmed that this is a new IP address, while at the same time expressing their desire to provide more information in the near future. Later that day, the studio's official Twitter account fanned the flames even further by sharing a cryptic image that contained plenty of clues about its next project. Based on what's been revealed so far, it's safe to assume that the Swedish studio is making another co-op game, building on what they've learned from hits like Exit and It takes two. Recently, a new report has also shed some light on what could be the title of the indie developer's next game.
Relatives
It Takes Two deserves a direct sequel
With audience demand for more story-driven co-op games, Hazelight's It Takes Two direct sequel could soar even higher than the original.
According to bilbil-kun (via Dealabs), the team is behind It takes two working on Split fantasya new co-op IP to be published by EA Originals. They also revealed that the game has been in development for at least two years. What's more, the report also links the rumored title to the hints present on Hazelight Studios' twitter last week, with an interesting prediction about Split fantasysplit-screen co-op gameplay in progress.
New details are emerging for It Takes Two Studio's next game
Taking note of the various fields shown in the top left corner of the image in a recent Hazelight Studios tweet, the source deduced that Split fantasy can have unique split screen gameplay. It explained that fans will be able to experience dynamic split-screen gameplay, with levels seamlessly transitioning from horizontal split-screen to vertical split-screen and vice versa. Along the same lines, it appears that diagonal split-screen could be used in some split-screen co-op levels. In addition, bilbil-kun stated that more information about the game may come in November, around the time of the studio's 10th anniversary.
2021 GOTY Award Winner It takes two recently sold over 20 million copies, adding another feather to Hazelight Studios' cap. This landmark achievement also continued the platformer's stellar streak that has ensured the studio's consistent success since ExitA positive reception in 2018. With another co-op game in the works, the team will surely be looking for a third successful release in a row. However, whether or not these goals will be achieved will become clearer as more details become available about the studio's upcoming Fares-led game.