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Split Fiction Shatters Records: 1 Million Copies Sold in Just 48 Hours

Hazelight Studios’ latest co-op adventure, Split Fiction, has taken the gaming world by storm, selling over 1 million copies within 48 hours of its release.

A New Benchmark in Co-op Gaming

Released on March 6, 2025, Split Fiction builds upon the success of Hazelight’s previous titles, It Takes Two and A Way Out. While It Takes Two achieved 1 million sales in a month, Split Fiction reached this milestone in just two days, showcasing the growing appeal of cooperative gameplay.

Engaging Narrative and Gameplay

In Split Fiction, players embody Mio Hudson and Zoe Foster, two writers ensnared within their own stories. They must collaborate to overcome challenges across diverse sci-fi and fantasy realms. The game mandates cooperative play, either locally or online, emphasizing teamwork and communication.

Technical Excellence and Accessibility

Leveraging Unreal Engine 5, Split Fiction delivers stunning visuals and seamless performance across platforms. Its Steam Native integration eliminates the need for additional apps, simplifying the co-op experience for PC players.

Critical Acclaim and Player Reception

The game boasts a 91 Metascore on Metacritic, positioning it as the year’s top-rated video game. On Steam, it peaked at 259,003 concurrent users, significantly surpassing It Takes Two’s peak of 71,039.

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