October 21st 2024.
Have you ever wondered why other publishers never attempted to replicate the success of It Takes Two? Despite its popularity and critical acclaim, there doesn't seem to be a sequel in the works. However, fans of the game can look forward to a new co-op game from the same developer.
It's no secret that couch co-op games have a dedicated following, yet there seems to be a shortage of them in the gaming industry. This is particularly puzzling considering the immense success of It Takes Two, which won Game of the Year at The Game Awards and has sold over 20 million copies. Fans have been eagerly awaiting news of a potential sequel, but it seems like the developer, Hazelight Studios, has something else in store.
Hints of a new game have been circulating since 2022, but there's been no confirmation of a direct sequel. This doesn't come as a surprise, as director Josef Fares has never created a sequel for any of his games. However, speculations about the new game have been fueled by a recent leak of its possible title: Split Fiction.
It's safe to assume that this title suggests the game will also feature split-screen co-op, a beloved feature in It Takes Two. However, besides being a possible nod to "Pulp Fiction," the name doesn't reveal much about the game itself. The leak comes from a reliable source, billbil-kun, who also hinted that the game has been in development for at least two years.
Although the leak has provided some information, there are still many questions surrounding the new game. Will it be a new IP? Will it be published by EA, like It Takes Two? Fans can only speculate for now, but one thing is for sure - the game will involve co-op.
Some fans have raised the possibility of a more innovative split-screen mode, different from the traditional side-by-side format. The description given by billbil-kun sounds similar to the dynamic split-screen used in Lego games, which adds an exciting element to gameplay.
Fans are eagerly awaiting a full reveal of the game, which may happen on Hazelight's 10th anniversary in November, or at The Game Awards in December. However, with Sony's uncertain plans for another State of Play event, it's unclear when we'll get official news of the game's release.
While we wait for more information, some fans have expressed their hopes for a potential Nintendo Switch 2 reveal before the end of 2024. Regardless, fans of It Takes Two and Hazelight's previous game, A Way Out, can look forward to another thrilling co-op experience.
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