While *Split Fiction* offers a straightforward and linear co-op adventure, the game is enriched with numerous Side Stories that allow players to venture off the main path. These optional narratives, though not essential to complete the game, harbor some of the most memorable and engaging moments, such as turning into pigs or participating in a deadly game show. Completing all Side Stories not only enhances your experience but also unlocks the 'Bookworms' achievement. Here's a detailed guide on how to find all 12 Side Stories scattered across Chapters 2 through 5.
How to Find All Side Stories in Split Fiction
Within Chapters 2 through 5, you'll encounter a total of 12 Side Stories, with three in each chapter. Here's where to find each one:
- Legend of the Sandfish – In Chapter 2, after the Rush Hour section, this Side Story is naturally encountered and impossible to miss.
- Farmlife – Located in Chapter 2 within the Streets of Neon section. Find it after hopping over a small barrier and before using the elevators on the left.
- Mountain Hike – The final Side Story in Chapter 2, found in the Big City Life section. At the Port-A-Pottys, have Mio enter one, then use Zoe to throw her to a ledge with a small ladder. Have Mio drop the ladder to access it.
- Train Heist – The first Side Story in Chapter 3, found in the Lord Evergreen section. Navigate water using a plank of wood, and reach a ledge by wall running with Mio and Zoe.
- Gameshow – In Chapter 3's Walking Sticks of Doom section, after the side-scrolling part, some minor platforming will lead you to the Side Story on a platform.
- Collapsing Star – Found in the Halls of Ice section of Chapter 3, this Side Story is on the main path and can't be missed.
- Kites – In Chapter 4's Toxic Tumblers section, locate it at the end of a long tube.
- Moon Market – In Chapter 4's Test Chamber section, after opening the door post-crane sequence, reach a ledge to the left through platforming.
- Notebook – The last Side Story in Chapter 4, found in the Soaring Desperados section. Use the jetpack to avoid a giant wheel and hover to the left-hand side of the room.
- Slopes of War – In Chapter 5's Water Temple section, after hatching dragons, solve a lever puzzle on the left after crossing the golden balls to unlock this Side Story.
- Space Escape – In Chapter 5's Craft Temple section, post-dragon defeat, launch Mio to a ledge using her glide and Zoe's roll, then have Mio drop a column for Zoe to climb.
- Birthday Cake – The final Side Story 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, the 'Bookworms' achievement will unlock automatically, ensuring you've experienced all the game has to offer.
Split Fiction is now available on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
