The Game Awards are renowned for celebrating the year’s best games and offering a glimpse into the future. Amidst the awards for sound design, gameplay, and more, developers compete for coveted slots to showcase their upcoming projects. This year, It Takes Two developer Hazelight Studios will unveil their next game at the event.
It’s been over three years since It Takes Two captivated gamers with its innovative couch co-op experience, impressive sales figures, and a Game of the Year award. Now, Hazelight has confirmed they’re ready to reveal their next project at The Game Awards. The announcement itself came with a teaser video, building anticipation for the upcoming reveal.
The video takes viewers on an MTV Cribs-style tour of Hazelight Studios, guided by Game Director Josef Fares. He proudly displays It Takes Two’s numerous accolades from The Game Awards 2021, including Best Multiplayer, Best Family Game, and the coveted Game of the Year award.
Cody and May gaming in It Takes TwoThis image shows Cody and May, the main characters of It Takes Two, enjoying a gaming session together.
Throughout the video, Fares teases potential glimpses of the new game, showcasing the motion capture room and art designers hard at work. However, no concrete details about the game itself are revealed. The camera strategically pans away at the last moment, leaving viewers intrigued and eager for more information. This clever marketing tactic effectively generates excitement without divulging any actual game details.
The Big Reveal
The video concludes with the announcement that Hazelight Studios will officially unveil their new game at The Game Awards on Thursday, December 12th. Fares exudes confidence, stating, “It’s impossible not to be cocky when you have a game like this in front of you.” This bold statement further fuels the anticipation surrounding the upcoming reveal.
— Hazelight Studios (@HazelightGames) December 10, 2024
This tweet from Hazelight Studios links to the teaser video announcing their upcoming game reveal at The Game Awards.
Fan Speculation and Excitement
Despite the playful lack of information in the teaser video, fans are dissecting every frame for potential clues. One observant viewer noticed “2025” displayed on a screen in the background. Hazelight’s response on X, “Oh no! Who put that there…” accompanied by a winking emoji, hints at a possible 2025 release date.
Hazelight StudiosHazelight Studios, developers of the award-winning game “It Takes Two,” are preparing to unveil their next project.
Beyond speculation, the overall sentiment among fans is excitement and anticipation. Comments like “Whatever it is, I’m in” and “Don’t know what to expect, but I already know it will be good” demonstrate the trust Hazelight has cultivated with its audience. Many hope for another exceptional co-op experience similar to It Takes Two.
The Hazelight Studios reveal will air during The Game Awards livestream on Thursday, December 12th, from 7:30 PM to 11:00 PM EST.
