"Hazelight's Josef Fares Hints at Future Single-Player Game"

Josef Fares, the visionary behind Hazelight Studios and the creative force driving the cooperative adventure Split Fiction, recently took the time to engage with fans, clarifying past statements and addressing criticisms about his work. A fan had accused him of proclaiming the end of single-player games in previous interviews, but Fares was quick to set the record straight. He emphasized that he has never made such a claim and reminded fans of Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons (2013), a critically acclaimed title from Hazelight that was exclusively a single-player experience.

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Fares went on to explain that while Hazelight is renowned for its cooperative gameplay, the studio remains open to the idea of developing a single-player game similar to their past projects. "We’re not excluding it," he affirmed, underscoring Hazelight's willingness to explore various gameplay styles in the future.

In response to criticism about the inclusion of two female protagonists in Split Fiction, Fares addressed concerns about whether this choice was meant to promote feminism or reflect a broader agenda. He pointed out that Hazelight's previous games have featured diverse character pairings, including two brothers in Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons, two men in A Way Out, and a male-female duo in It Takes Two. Despite these precedents, the decision to feature two women as leads in Split Fiction drew particular scrutiny.

Fares clarified that the characters in Split Fiction were inspired by his daughters, and he stressed that his focus is on crafting compelling stories and well-developed characters, rather than their biological traits. "I don’t care what’s between someone’s legs—it’s about crafting great characters," he stated firmly.

Split Fiction, released today on March 6th, has garnered widespread critical acclaim for its innovative gameplay mechanics and diverse scenarios. Prior to its launch, system requirements were shared to ensure players are well-prepared to experience Hazelight's latest masterpiece.