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Company History
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Hazelight Studios is a game developer based in Stockholm, Sweden, founded in 2014 by film director and game designer Josef Fares. With a background in the film industry, Fares has focused on developing co-op games, combining storytelling and gameplay.
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Major works
1. A Way Out (2018)
Hazelight's first game, A Way Out, is a co-op game where two players control characters named Vincent and Leo as they escape from prison. The game emphasizes simultaneous progress of both players through split-screen mode, and has received much praise for its unique storytelling and cooperative gameplay.
2. It Takes Two (2021)
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'It Takes Two' is a game about a married couple, Cody and Mae, who are magically transformed into dolls while on the verge of divorce and work together to return to their original selves. The game won the 2021 Game of the Year award for its creative gameplay and touching story, and has sold over 20 million copies worldwide.
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3. Split Fiction (2025)
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Released on March 6, 2025, Split Fiction is a unique co-op action adventure game that crosses the worlds of science fiction and fantasy. Players take on the role of characters Mio and Joy, using their ever-changing abilities to reclaim their creative legacy and discover the unexpected power of friendship. The game has been praised for pushing the boundaries of co-op games.
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Interesting story
1. From film director to game developer
Josef Fares originally worked as a film director and produced several films, but his passion for games led him to game development. His film experience has had a huge impact on the cinematic storytelling and direction that Hazelight’s games have.
2. Passionate speech at the Game Awards
At the 2017 Game Awards, Josef Pares made headlines with his passionate speech introducing A Way Out. He expressed his deep love for the games industry and enthused the audience by claiming, “Games are a more powerful storytelling medium than movies!” His straightforward and passionate personality has also had a huge impact on the creative direction of Hazelight Studios.
3. Games without single player mode
All of Hazelight’s games are built around co-op play, with no single-player mode that can be played alone. This is because the studio focuses on “shared experiences,” which has led to unique gameplay.
4. Free friend pass provided
Hazelight's representative works, 'It Takes Two' and 'A Way Out', provided a 'Friend Pass' function that allowed non-purchased friends to play the game for free. This was a strategy to make it easier for players to enjoy cooperative games, and as a result, it became an opportunity for numerous users to experience the game.
5. Is Hazelight Studio an indie developer?
Hazelight Studios started out as a small developer, but quickly grew with the help of EA's indie game support program 'EA Originals'. However, rather than operating under EA's direction, it maintains an independent creative vision.
Hazelight Studios is a developer that has changed the paradigm of co-op games, elevating games from mere entertainment to a moving storytelling and immersive art form. With 'A Way Out', 'It Takes Two', and 'Split Fiction', they have set a new standard for co-op games, and we look forward to seeing what innovative works they will produce in the future.
If you're looking for a unique game to enjoy with your friends, you should definitely check out Hazelight Studios!