Split Fiction’s release was so successful that it broke multiple world records

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In just a few short weeks since its launch, Split Fiction has shattered an impressive three Guinness World Records!

Launched on March 6, 2025, by the creators behind the highly acclaimed cooperative game It Takes Two, Split Fiction brings a fresh, one-of-a-kind adventure to players.

Immediately following its launch, it garnered an avalanche of highly favorable feedback. In less than a day, the number of players on Steam climbed to an astounding 197,434.

Last Friday, March 28th, it was unveiled by Guinness World Records that Split Fiction had shattered three distinct records. This elicited a reaction from the studio’s creator.

Split Fiction quickly cements its place in gaming history with trio of world records

— Guinness World Records (@GWR) March 28, 2025

Previously recognized as a skilled developer for creating exceptional cooperative gaming experiences, Hazelight has now solidified their reputation with tangible evidence to support it.

Split Fiction breaks three world records

As per Greatest White Room’s report, each of Split Fiction’s recordings emphasizes that the game provides a local cooperative mode for players to relish together.

Here are all three records awarded to Split Fiction:

  • Most played local co-op video game on Steam
  • Most sold local co-op video game on Steam
  • Most sold local co-op video game within one week of release

Following the announcement from Guinness World Records about Split Fiction, its game director, Josef Fares, expressed gratitude to fans for their contributions towards its achievement.

“Wow, this is a fun surprise. Thanks, everyone,” he said.

Wow, this is a fun surprise. Thanks everyone.

— Josef Fares (@josef_fares) March 28, 2025

Immediately following Fares’ post, people started pouring in with comments expressing their enthusiasm for the game and its triumph since its debut, sharing their appreciation online.

A user was thrilled that they and their development partner played Split Fiction on its release, calling it an amazing weekend of gaming. They found the game to be exceptional, giving kudos to Josef for a fantastic job!

Another replied: “Congratulations!!! Well deserved! Masterpiece of a game!”

“The only problem with your games is they end… we want more!” shared a third fan.

Approximately a month ago, it was disclosed that YouTube sensation MrBeast shattered 44 records during the production of his Amazon Prime series, titled Beast Games. Following the conclusion and release of the final episode, they unveiled a comprehensive list detailing all the records held by the show at present.

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2025-03-29 00:19