While *Split Fiction* offers a straightforward and linear co-op adventure, the game is enriched with optional Side Stories that provide some of its most memorable moments. From transforming into pigs to competing in a deadly game show, these stories not only add depth but also come with an achievement for completionists. Here's a comprehensive guide on how to find all 12 Side Stories spread 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. Although they are optional, they feature some of the game's highlights. Completing all of them will unlock the Bookworms achievement, making them essential for those aiming to experience everything *Split Fiction* has to offer.
- Legend of the Sandfish – This first Side Story in *Split Fiction* is naturally encountered in Chapter 2 after the Rush Hour section. You can't miss it.
- Farmlife – Found in Chapter 2 within the Streets of Neon section. After hopping over a small barrier and before taking the elevators on the left, you'll discover it.
- Mountain Hike – The final Side Story in Chapter 2, located in the Big City Life section. Near the Port-A-Pottys, have Mio enter one, then use Zoe to throw her to a ledge with a ladder. Mio should drop the ladder, allowing access.
- Train Heist – The first Side Story in Chapter 3, found in the Lord Evergreen section. While navigating water with a plank, reach a ledge by wall running with Mio and Zoe.
- Gameshow – In Chapter 3's Walking Sticks of Doom section, find this Side Story on a platform after the side-scrolling part, requiring minor platforming to reach.
- Collapsing Star – The last Side Story in Chapter 3, located in the Halls of Ice section. It's on the main path and impossible to miss.
- Kites – The first Side Story in Chapter 4, found in the Toxic Tumblers section 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 with some platforming.
- Notebook – The last Side Story in Chapter 4, located in the Soaring Desperados section. Use the jetpack to hover over to the left side of the room, avoiding the giant wheel.
- Slopes of War – The first Side Story in Chapter 5, found in the Water Temple section. After hatching dragons, solve the lever puzzle on the left to unlock it.
- Space Escape – The penultimate Side Story in Chapter 5's Craft Temple section. After defeating the dragon, 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 *Split Fiction*, located in Chapter 5's Treasure Temple section. Complete the soul puzzle to find it on your left.
Once you've completed all 12 Side Stories, the Bookworms achievement in *Split Fiction* will unlock automatically.
*Split Fiction* is now available on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, offering players a chance to dive into these engaging Side Stories and more.