While *Split Fiction* offers a straightforward and linear co-op adventure, the game enriches the experience with numerous Side Stories. These optional narratives, while not essential to completing the game, harbor some of the most memorable and engaging moments. From transforming into pigs to competing in a deadly game show, these stories add depth and fun to your journey. Completing all 12 Side Stories also unlocks the "Bookworms" achievement, making it a must-do for completionists. Here's a detailed guide on how to find each Side Story across Chapters 2 through 5.
How to Find All Side Stories in Split Fiction
In *Split Fiction*, you'll encounter 12 Side Stories spread across Chapters 2 through 5, with three in each chapter. These side quests offer unique experiences and are crucial for achieving 100% completion. Here's how to locate each one:
- Legend of the Sandfish – The first Side Story in Chapter 2 is found after completing the Rush Hour section. It's seamlessly integrated into the main storyline, making it impossible to miss.
- Farmlife – Located in Chapter 2's Streets of Neon section, you'll find this Side Story after jumping over a small barrier and before reaching the elevators on the left.
- Mountain Hike – The final Side Story in Chapter 2 can be accessed in the Big City Life section. Near the Port-A-Pottys, have Mio enter one, then use Zoe to throw her to a ledge opposite them where there's a small ladder. Have Mio drop the ladder to access the story.
- Train Heist – In Chapter 3's Lord Evergreen section, navigate the water using a plank of wood. The Side Story is on a ledge that Mio and Zoe must wall run to reach.
- Gameshow – Found in Chapter 3's Walking Sticks of Doom section, this Side Story is on a platform after the side-scrolling section, requiring minor platforming to reach.
- Collapsing Star – The last Side Story in Chapter 3 is in the Halls of Ice section, directly on the main path and impossible to miss.
- Kites – In Chapter 4's Toxic Tumblers section, locate this Side Story at the end of the long tube.
- Moon Market – In Chapter 4's Test Chamber section, after opening the door following the crane sequence, you'll see it on a ledge to the left, reachable with some platforming.
- Notebook – The final Side Story in Chapter 4 is in the Soaring Desperados section. After acquiring the jetpack, avoid the giant wheel and hover to the left-hand side of the room where the story awaits.
- Slopes of War – In Chapter 5's Water Temple section, after hatching your dragons, find a lever puzzle on the left past the golden balls. Solve it to unlock this Side Story.
- Space Escape – Located in Chapter 5's Craft Temple section, after defeating the dragon, launch Mio to the ledge using her glide and Zoe's roll. Have Mio drop a column for Zoe to climb and access the story.
- Birthday Cake – The last Side Story of *Split Fiction* is in Chapter 5's Treasure Temple section. Complete the soul puzzle, and the story will be on your left.
Once you've completed all 12 Side Stories, you'll automatically unlock the "Bookworms" achievement in *Split Fiction*.
*Split Fiction* is now available on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.