Hazelight's Fares: Solo Game Possible

Josef Fares, the creative force behind Hazelight Studios and the acclaimed cooperative adventure Split Fiction, recently addressed fan questions and criticisms surrounding his work. One fan wrongly accused him of predicting the demise of single-player games. Fares clarified this misconception, pointing to Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons (2013), a purely single-player title and one of Hazelight's most successful games, as evidence to the contrary.

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While Hazelight is renowned for its cooperative games, Fares confirmed that future single-player titles are a possibility. "We’re not excluding it," he stated, emphasizing the studio's willingness to experiment with diverse gameplay styles.

Fares also addressed criticism regarding Split Fiction's two female protagonists. Some questioned whether this choice was a deliberate feminist statement or part of a broader agenda. Fares countered this by highlighting the diverse pairings in Hazelight's previous games: two brothers in Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons, two men in A Way Out, and a male-female duo in It Takes Two. While these precedents existed, the female leads in Split Fiction sparked unusual controversy.

He explained that the characters were inspired by his daughters, emphasizing that his focus remains on strong storytelling and well-developed characters, regardless of gender. "I don’t care what’s between someone’s legs—it’s about crafting great characters," Fares stated.

Released on March 6th, Split Fiction has garnered widespread critical acclaim for its innovative gameplay and diverse scenarios. System requirements were released beforehand, ensuring players were fully prepared to experience Hazelight's latest creation.