Hazelight and EA’s Split Fiction game sales milestone hits nearly 4 million copies, signaling massive co-op gaming success.
Hazelight Studios, in collaboration with Electronic Arts, has once again proven the unstoppable power of co-op storytelling with their latest title, Split Fiction. The game has now sold nearly four million copies, solidifying its place among the most successful cooperative action games in recent memory. This article dives into the game’s astonishing growth, its unique features, and what’s next for Hazelight and its cinematic co-op universes.
Split Fiction Game Sales Milestone
The financial report from Electronic Arts has revealed staggering figures: Split Fiction, released in March 2025, has sold almost 4 million units globally. Within just 48 hours of launch, the game surpassed 1 million units, doubling that number in under a week. That kind of momentum places Split Fiction among the fastest-selling co-op games of the decade.
What’s even more impressive is the consistency in its popularity. According to EA, positive word-of-mouth, engaging gameplay, and strong critical reception have kept players talking—and buying. The combination of rich storytelling and emotional character arcs has made this game more than just another release; it’s become an experience.
Hazelight’s Legacy of Co-Op Excellence
Hazelight Studios, spearheaded by visionary game director Josef Fares, has a knack for creating games that emphasize partnership and emotional depth. Their previous blockbuster, It Takes Two, set high expectations—but Split Fiction has managed to push even further.
As Josef Fares put it bluntly, “There’s no doubt that this is a great game. Even if the whole world said this sucks, I’d say, ‘No, you’re wrong.’ That’s how confident I am. It’s a great game.”
With Split Fiction, Hazelight has retained the heartwarming humor and innovative gameplay mechanics that defined their earlier works, while introducing a more mature, layered narrative.
A Look Inside the Story and Gameplay
Split Fiction follows two struggling writers, Mio and Zoe, who get pulled into surreal, narrative worlds based on stories they’ve attempted to publish. These characters must resolve emotional trauma, rework failed ideas and confront their own flaws—together.
Gameplay includes:
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Puzzle-solving requiring mutual collaboration
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Dynamic level design reflecting emotional states
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Mechanics that change based on narrative arcs
Each chapter of the game feels like a fresh twist, with new mechanics and themes tied directly to the protagonists’ internal conflicts.
Split Fiction vs. It Takes Two
While It Takes Two leaned more into whimsical, family-friendly storytelling, Split Fiction is visually and thematically more sophisticated. As noted in VGC’s review, it’s “visually in the streets ahead of its predecessor,” suggesting not just a graphical leap, but also a maturity in design and storytelling.
Yet, both games share DNA:
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Constantly shifting mechanics
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Co-op-only gameplay
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Emotional narratives
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Humor blended with heartache
What sets Split Fiction apart is its willingness to explore deeper psychological themes while still making gameplay engaging and fun.
The Hollywood Connection: Film Adaptation in Progress
With the game’s monumental success, it was only a matter of time before Hollywood came knocking. A live-action film adaptation is already underway, and it stars Sydney Sweeney, known for her breakout performances in Euphoria and Madame Web.
According to Variety, the film is being developed by Amazon Studios, with Jon M. Chu set to direct. The screenplay is being handled by the minds behind Deadpool, Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick, promising a mix of wit and emotional depth similar to the game itself.
This marks another chapter in Hazelight’s expansion beyond gaming, tapping into multimedia storytelling.
Critical Acclaim and Player Love
The game has been a critical darling and a fan favorite alike. It boasts:
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High Metacritic scores across platforms
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Consistent Twitch and YouTube coverage
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Trending hashtags on TikTok and Twitter
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A strong player community sharing co-op strategies
One social media post from Hazelight read:
“4 million sold! So many of you have already collected Split Fiction, it is incredible … See the fun you have with our game and the love you show for Mio, Zoe and their story warms our hearts.”
4 MILLION SOLD!!!!
So many of you have picked up Split Fiction already, it’s amazing…Seeing the fun you have with our game and the love you show for Mio, Zoe and each other warms our hearts here at Hazelight ❤️
And so many hot dogs made… pic.twitter.com/IgByYHDAnz
— Hazelight Studios (@HazelightGames) May 6, 2025
What’s Next for Hazelight?
With this much momentum, Hazelight’s future looks bright. Fans are speculating about a possible sequel or new IP, and with the film project heating up, their storytelling universe is expanding rapidly.
Josef Fares remains at the helm, ensuring that the studio stays grounded in co-op innovation. Their next project could redefine how we experience emotions and connections through gaming.
