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Split Fiction Surpasses Expectations, Selling 4 Million Copies and Nearly Doubling EA’s Forecast

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Hazelight Studios’ latest release, Split Fiction, has achieved a major milestone by selling four million copies worldwide, the studio announced on Wednesday. The co-op adventure game, known for its innovative genre-blending gameplay, launched in March and quickly surpassed one million sales within its first 48 hours. Publisher Electronic Arts (EA) highlighted the game’s success during its Q4 2025 earnings call, describing it as “highly successful” and well beyond initial expectations.

The team at Hazelight expressed their gratitude to fans on social media, sharing their excitement over the widespread reception of the game. “So many of you have picked up Split Fiction already, it’s amazing,” they said. They also acknowledged the strong emotional connection players have formed with the game’s protagonists, Mio and Zoe, and the cooperative experience that brings players together.

Because Split Fiction is a co-op title that requires two players, it’s estimated that around eight million people have experienced the game so far. The game’s unique Friend’s Pass feature means only one player needs to purchase the title, while their partner can join for free. Released under EA’s Originals label, the game has proven to be a significant success for the publisher alongside other strong performers like EA Sports FC.

EA CEO Andrew Wilson praised Split Fiction during the earnings call, noting how the game exceeded expectations and captivated audiences worldwide. He emphasized that the title’s success highlights the power of shared experiences combined with compelling storytelling and varied gameplay. Wilson’s remarks underscored the potential for innovative, narrative-driven multiplayer games to make a major impact in the gaming industry.

Hazelight Studios’ Split Fiction Developer Is Already Working on Its Next Game, Director Reveals

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Hazelight Studios, the developer behind Split Fiction, has already begun work on its next game, just weeks after the successful launch of their latest co-op adventure. The studio, based in Stockholm, has revealed that the development process is still in its early stages. In a recent interview, director Josef Fares shared his excitement about the future project, emphasizing that the team is “fully focused” on what lies ahead, despite the fresh success of Split Fiction. He expressed eagerness to dive into the next creative challenge, even though details about the project remain under wraps for now.

In an interview on the Friends Per Second podcast, Fares discussed the team’s happiness with the launch of Split Fiction. He acknowledged the positive reception of the game, but quickly shifted focus to the future. “For me, personally, every time a game is out, I’m kind of done with it,” Fares remarked. “I’m always thinking, ‘Okay, now it’s time for the next thing.'” While the team is proud of their latest success, Fares revealed that he is already thinking ahead, saying that the upcoming project is already underway. Though he couldn’t share specifics, Fares hinted that co-op gameplay, a hallmark of Hazelight’s past titles, would remain integral to the studio’s future work.

Fares was careful not to reveal too much about the new project, noting that it is still in its infancy. However, he did offer a glimpse into the development timeline, explaining that the studio typically works on games for three to four years before releasing them to the public. This means that Hazelight’s next title could be just a few years away from being unveiled, but for now, the team is keeping quiet about the specifics. The director’s enthusiasm for the project was evident, though, as he expressed the studio’s collective excitement despite the lack of details.

The work on Hazelight’s next game began approximately a month ago, just weeks before the launch of Split Fiction. Although it’s early days, the studio is already laying the groundwork for what could be another groundbreaking project in the realm of cooperative gaming. Hazelight’s commitment to creating innovative and emotionally engaging co-op experiences appears to be stronger than ever, with the team looking forward to what the future holds, even if the game’s name and concept remain a mystery for now.