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 misinterpreted past interviews, accusing Fares of declaring the death of single-player games. Fares clarified this was inaccurate, pointing to Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons (2013), a purely single-player title, as evidence.

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

Fares also addressed criticism regarding Split Fiction's two female protagonists. Some questioned whether this choice was a statement on feminism or part of a broader agenda. Fares countered that Hazelight's history includes diverse character pairings: 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 the Split Fiction pairing sparked controversy, Fares emphasized that the characters were inspired by his daughters and that strong storytelling and well-developed personalities are his primary concerns, regardless of gender. "I don’t care what’s between someone’s legs—it’s about crafting great characters," he stated.

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