Friends Per Second Interview: Joseph Fares reacts to Split Fiction's GOTY-level review scores | Friends Per Second #64
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Mar 17, 2025 Joseph Fares, the game director behind the acclaimed co-op adventure It Takes Two and the newly released Split Fiction, shares his insights on the evolution of gaming and the importance of storytelling. He humorously discusses the challenges of balancing creativity with commercial pressures in game development. Fares emphasizes the unique cooperative elements of Split Fiction, which encourages players to collaborate across genres, and reflects on the joy of creating memorable gaming experiences that resonate with players.
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Weekly Planet Review
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- He enjoyed their humor and recommends their podcast.
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- Jake discusses saving egg rolls from takeout for breakfast.
Xbox Handheld Plans
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- This device, like a "more Xboxy Rogue Ally", will feature UI improvements.