While Split Fiction's co-op adventure unfolds linearly, hidden gems await those willing to explore: the Side Stories. Though optional, these detours offer some of the game's most memorable moments—think pig transformations and deadly game shows! Completing all 12 unlocks an achievement, so let's uncover them all.
Chapters 2-5 each hold three Side Stories. Here's how to find them:
Chapter 2
- Legend of the Sandfish: Appears naturally after completing the "Rush Hour" section—you can't miss it.
- Farmlife: Located in "Streets of Neon," after hopping a small barrier, before the left elevators.
- Mountain Hike: Found in "Big City Life." In the Port-A-Potty area, have Mio enter one, then use Zoe to toss 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: Found in "Walking Sticks of Doom," on a platform after a side-scrolling section; requires minor platforming.
- Collapsing Star: Located in "Halls of Ice," on the main path through the palace—hard to miss.
Chapter 4
- Kites: Found at the end of the long tube in "Toxic Tumblers."
- Moon Market: In "Test Chamber," on a left-hand ledge after the crane sequence, reachable with some platforming.
- Notebook: The final Chapter 4 Side Story, in "Soaring Desperados." After acquiring the jetpack, hover to the left of the giant wheel.
Chapter 5
- Slopes of War: In "Water Temple," after hatching dragons, solve the lever puzzle to the left of the golden balls.
- Space Escape: Found in "Craft Temple," after defeating the dragon. Use Mio's glide and Zoe's roll to reach a ledge, then have Mio drop a column for Zoe to climb.
- Birthday Cake: In "Treasure Temple," after completing the soul puzzle, it's to your left.
Complete all 12 Side Stories to unlock the "Bookworms" achievement in Split Fiction.
Split Fiction is available now on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
