The Story Is From the Mind of Josef Faris
Josef Faris came into the spotlight for many people at last year’s Game Awards, when his introduction turned into a rant that was both awkward for the host, Geoff Keighley, and surprising change of tone for the ceremony. His “F*** the Oscars” speech will be remembered for years to come and Faris stood out as someone different in an otherwise serious event.
Before the creation of Hazelight games, many members of A Way Out’s core development team worked on Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons. Also directed by Faris, Brothers is a touching tale of two young boys who head out to bring back the Water of Life to their ailing father. The gameplay is unique and both characters are vital to the story – both of those things being important in A Way Out. Hopefully, the combination of Faris’ track record of creating engaging narratives starring two characters, and his over-the-top personality, will make A Way Out a special co-op experience.
