Split Fiction director reveals future plans and it’s not what you expect

Josef Fares, renowned as the director behind the hit game “Split Fiber,” shared intriguing details about his future projects beyond gaming, while reminiscing about a memorable event at The Game Awards.

Over the past few years, Hazelight Studios has captivated game enthusiasts with their cooperative games. This journey began with A Way Out in 2018, where players found themselves immersed in a poignant tale of two convicts breaking out of prison. Subsequently, they released It Takes Two, which garnered numerous awards, and now they’re working on Split Fiction.

In this fresh game, the narrative unfolds around two writers, each penning stories in distinct literary styles, who unexpectedly find themselves transported into their own creations. As the tale unfolds, you’ll witness each author’s realm spring vividly to life in unique and captivating manners. This game is a delightful sequel to “It Takes Two”.

The game has garnered several accolades suggesting it could be named Game of the Year, and sparked discussions urging Hazelight to develop a solo title. Yet, Josef Fares has aspirations extending beyond the gaming world as well.

He mentioned that he has an idea for creating an action-comedy film. He’s already drafted a story summary, which serves as a synopsis. If the timing works out and it doesn’t interfere with his game development projects (since they remain his top priority), then he intends to produce a movie.

Josef Fares talks iconic Game Awards moment bashing Oscard

It could come as quite a shock for some fans, particularly those who recall his memorable criticism of The Oscars at The Game Awards ceremony.

Initially, I intended to bring up the topic of the friend’s pass, but my excitement got the better of me. To be honest, it was mainly due to jet lag, but the buzz surrounding the Oscars had been quite intense beforehand.

Just as the Oscars are to films, the awards ceremony for video games is equally prestigious. When I attended, I was filled with excitement and immersed in the atmosphere. It felt akin to exclaiming, ‘Forget the Oscars!’

Fares pointed out that during the event, Geoff Keighley, the host of the Game Awards, seemed both anxious and eager to commend the leader of Hazelight Studios.

After that incident, Geoff and I have become close friends since then. He glanced at his phone, seeming somewhat tense, and then he uttered something along the lines of, “Wow, people really admire you, man.” He confided this to me.

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2025-03-12 20:18