Hazelight’s split fiction could transition from a game to a film

Split Fiction game gains Hollywood interest after selling 2M copies fast.

: Hollywood is eyeing Hazelight Studios' Split Fiction for a potential film, driven by its recent success and narrative. The game was well-received, selling a remarkable 1 million copies in days, escalating to 2 million within a week. Split Fiction's unique co-op gameplay involves characters Mio and Zoe navigating each other's literary worlds. Story Kitchen is gearing up to produce the adaptation, though no official comments have been made yet.

Hazelight Studios' latest release, Split Fiction, has taken the gaming world by storm, and Hollywood is taking note. Just weeks following its launch, the game has already sold over two million copies, demonstrating its market appeal and commercial success. From the outset, the game's novel approach of intertwining distinct literary genres—a fantasy and a science fiction story—has captured the imaginations of players and reviewers alike.

The game follows aspiring writers Mio and Zoe, who find themselves trapped within each other's narrative worlds after an invention accidentally forces them into this predicament. As they navigate the challenges inherent in these unfamiliar settings, they must work together to find an escape, underscoring the game's cooperative gameplay and storytelling depth. It is this collaborative dynamic and engaging plot that have caught the attention of Hollywood executives.

Variety reports that multiple leading film studios have entered a bidding war for the rights to adapt Split Fiction, underpinning the movie industry's increasing interest in video game narratives. Story Kitchen, noted for its successful adaptations including Tomb Raider and the Sonic movies, is reportedly preparing to assemble a star-studded cast and creative team to enhance the project's marketability to potential buyers.

Josef Fares, the founder and creative director at Hazelight Studios, has been notably silent regarding these developments, leaving fans and industry observers eagerly anticipating official announcements. Meanwhile, EA, Split Fiction’s publisher, is continuing to expand its strategy of bridging video games with other media, following their initiatives with adaptations of Mass Effect for Prime Video and It Takes Two.

The prospect of a Split Fiction film adaptation comes amidst a broader trend of video games moving to the big screen, highlighting Hollywood's appetite for fresh, interactive narratives that resonate with a wide audience. As this project potentially comes to life, it could set a new precedent for video game adaptations in the entertainment industry.

Sources: Variety, Hazelight Studios, EA.

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