While *Split Fiction* offers a linear co-op adventure, the game enriches your experience with optional Side Stories. These detours, though not essential, harbor some of the game's most memorable and enjoyable moments. From transforming into pigs to competing in a deadly game show, these Side Stories not only add depth to the narrative but also unlock an achievement for those who complete all 12. Here's a comprehensive guide on how to discover each one.
Within Chapters 2 through 5, *Split Fiction* hides a total of 12 Side Stories, with three in each chapter. Here’s how you can find them all:
Legend of the Sandfish – In Chapter 2, you'll naturally encounter this first Side Story after completing the Rush Hour section. It's unmissable.
Farmlife – Also in Chapter 2, during the Streets of Neon section, you can find this Side Story after hopping over a small barrier and before you take the elevators on the left.
Mountain Hike – The last Side Story in Chapter 2 is in the Big City Life section. Reach the Port-A-Pottys, have Mio hop into one, then use Zoe to throw her over to a ledge opposite them. Mio should drop a ladder, allowing access to the Side Story.
Train Heist – In Chapter 3’s Lord Evergreen section, while navigating the water using a plank of wood, find this Side Story on a ledge that requires Mio and Zoe to wall run to reach.
Gameshow – Located in the Walking Sticks of Doom section of Chapter 3, this Side Story is on a platform accessible after completing some minor platforming following the side-scrolling section.
Collapsing Star – The final Side Story in Chapter 3 can be found in the Halls of Ice section. It’s on the main path and impossible to miss.
Kites – The first Side Story in Chapter 4 is in the Toxic Tumblers section, found at the end of a long tube.
Moon Market – In Chapter 4’s Test Chamber section, after opening the door following the crane sequence, you'll see this Side Story on a ledge to the left, reachable with some platforming.
Notebook – The last Side Story in Chapter 4 is in the Soaring Desperados section. Once you get the jetpack, hover over to the left-hand side of the room, avoiding the giant wheel.
Slopes of War – In Chapter 5’s Water Temple section, after hatching your dragons, solve the lever puzzle on the left after crossing the golden balls to unlock this Side Story.
Space Escape – The penultimate Side Story in Chapter 5’s Craft Temple section requires you to launch Mio to a ledge using her glide and Zoe’s roll after defeating the dragon. Have Mio drop a column for Zoe to climb.
Birthday Cake – The final Side Story in *Split Fiction* is in Chapter 5’s Treasure Temple section. Complete the soul puzzle, and it will be on your left.
Once you've completed all 12 Side Stories, you will automatically unlock the Bookworms achievement in *Split Fiction*.
*Split Fiction* is now available on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, offering players a rich and varied gaming experience with these delightful Side Stories.