While Split Fiction's co-op adventure unfolds linearly, hidden gems await those willing to explore—Side Stories. Though optional, these detours offer some of the game's most memorable moments. This guide reveals their locations.
Finding All 12 Side Stories in Split Fiction
Chapters 2 through 5 each hold three Side Stories. Completing all 12 unlocks an achievement. Prepare for unique experiences, from becoming pigs to competing in a deadly game show!
Chapter 2
- Legend of the Sandfish: Appears naturally after completing the "Rush Hour" section. Unmissable.
- Farmlife: Located in "Streets of Neon," after hopping a small barrier, before the left elevators.
- Mountain Hike: Found in "Big City Life." Have Mio enter a Port-A-Potty, then use Zoe to throw her to the opposite ledge with a ladder. Have Mio drop the ladder for access.
Chapter 3
- Train Heist: In "Lord Evergreen," on a ledge reachable via wall-running, while navigating the water with a plank.
- Gameshow: Located in "Walking Sticks of Doom," on a platform after a side-scrolling section; requires minor platforming.
- Collapsing Star: Found in "Halls of Ice," on the main path through the palace; difficult to miss.
Chapter 4
- Kites: At the end of the long tube in "Toxic Tumblers."
- Moon Market: In "Test Chamber," on a left-hand ledge after the crane sequence, accessible with some platforming.
- Notebook: The final Chapter 4 Side Story, found in "Soaring Desperados." After obtaining the jetpack, avoid the giant wheel and look to the left.
Chapter 5
- Slopes of War: In "Water Temple," after hatching dragons, solve the lever puzzle to the left of the golden balls.
- Space Escape: Located in "Craft Temple," after defeating the dragon. Launch Mio with her glide and Zoe's roll, then have Mio drop a column for Zoe to climb.
- Birthday Cake: In "Treasure Temple," after completing the soul puzzle, it's on your left.
Completing all 12 Side Stories unlocks the "Bookworms" achievement in Split Fiction.
Split Fiction is available on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.