The recently released co-op action-adventure game, Split Fiction, from Hazelight Studios has enjoyed a remarkably successful launch, with significant milestones already achieved.  Adding to its accolades, early preparations for a film adaptation are now underway, propelling the sci-fi fantasy adventure towards the silver screen.

Launched on March 6th, Split Fiction immerses players in the cooperative roles of Mio and Zoe, two writers thrust into a surreal simulation of their own imaginative stories.  Players must collaborate to overcome challenges and enemies, while uncovering the protagonists' backstories and the paths that led them to their current predicament.  Given the recent success of several video game film and TV adaptations, Split Fiction's early positive reception seems to have paved the way for its leap to Hollywood.

As revealed by sources at the Game Developers Conference in San Francisco to Variety, Story Kitchen is currently assembling a team of writers, a director, and a cast for the Split Fiction film adaptation. Story Kitchen is packaging these elements together, and offers for the movie rights are reportedly pouring in from several top Hollywood studios. The game itself features split-screen cooperative gameplay and transitions between medieval high fantasy and futuristic science fiction, leaving fans hopeful for a big-budget adaptation.  Details regarding whether the film will be live-action or animated remain undisclosed, prompting speculation on whether Split Fiction will follow the path of The Super Mario Bros. Movie or emulate the style of adaptations like The Last of Us and Fallout.

Beyond Split Fiction, several other notable video game titles and franchises are also receiving the blockbuster treatment. Sony has announced live-action adaptations of Horizon Zero Dawn and Helldivers 2, as well as an anime-style television series based on Ghost of Tsushima. Both the Minecraft and Until Dawn movies are currently scheduled for April releases, and a new Silent Hill film, Return to Silent Hill, is reportedly in post-production, targeting a 2025 theatrical release. While the timeline for Split Fiction's acquisition by a producer or distributor remains uncertain, a successful adaptation could mark a major triumph for Hazelight Studios.

The growing popularity of Split Fiction suggests a promising cinematic experience. However, audiences should manage expectations, as pre-production, filming, and post-production can take considerable time. Fans should stay tuned for updates on the Split Fiction movie and other exciting developments from Hazelight Studios.