Split Fiction, the highly acclaimed game by Hazelight Studios, is rumored to be getting a film adaptation. Reports suggest that Story Kitchen is assembling a creative team to pitch to Hollywood studios, which are vying for film rights. Meanwhile, another Hazelight title, It Takes Two, was also set for a movie, but its progress has stalled. Despite challenges, fans remain hopeful for adaptations of these beloved games, further fueled by Hazelight’s innovative storytelling and engaging gameplay.
Currently reigning as the top-rated game of the year, there are whispers of a potential film adaptation on the horizon. Yes, we’re referring to the sensational title from Hazelight Studios and its charismatic CEO, Josef Fares: Split Fiction.
Is a Split Fiction Movie on the Way?
According to reports from Variety, an esteemed American media outlet, insiders at the Game Developers Conference (GDC) in San Francisco revealed that the production company Story Kitchen, known for its successful video game adaptations like the Sonic trilogy and Tomb Raider, is actively putting together a cast, director, and screenwriters to pitch to major Hollywood studios.
These studios are currently engaged in a competitive bidding process to secure the film rights, with the possibility of seeing this project come to fruition within the next decade. While neither Hazelight Studios nor Story Kitchen has made official statements yet, the reputations of both organizations strongly suggest that this is a genuine endeavor.
Did You Know There’s a Movie in the Works for It Takes Two?
Interestingly, there’s a strong possibility that Split Fiction might not be the only game making its way to the silver screen, as It Takes Two also had a film adaptation in the pipeline. The 2021 Game of the Year from Hazelight was set to have its own movie, and we even had confirmation that the iconic Dwayne Johnson was among the cast!
However, the development of this film appears to have hit a major snag, leaving fans uncertain about its future. In February, Josef Fares candidly expressed his concerns:
- ‘Hollywood is such a mess. I think 90% of meetings are useless, and 10% lead to something. I don’t know what’s going on. It would be cool to get something out of it, but my hopes are not very high. Of course, we talk a lot, but you need people who take action.’
As we await news on whether either of these remarkable games will find their way to the big screen, fans remain hopeful, given the immense quality of Hazelight’s recent masterpieces!
Split Fiction, the latest crown jewel from Hazelight Studios, has only been available for a short while, yet its success is undeniable! With a straightforward yet impactful approach, Split Fiction demonstrates that a great game doesn’t necessarily need to be overly extravagant.
Continuing to astonish and engage players, Split Fiction and Hazelight Studios have delivered an extraordinary experience. After navigating an incredibly challenging secret level, players are treated to a special video message from the game director himself, inviting them to preview their upcoming project!