Split Fiction released on March 6, 2025 for PC (Steam) and consoles. Developed by Hazelight Studios and published by Electronic Arts. A co‑op action adventure that flips between sci‑fi and fantasy, it asks two players to solve movement puzzles, trade roles, and fire off set‑piece moves that only land when both read the room. Friend’s Pass returns so a partner can join free.
What’s included
No special editions confirmed at this time.
Review
Split Fiction thrives on variety and timing. One chapter plays like a platformer with tight wall runs, the next hands you toys fit for a heist. The camera rarely fights you, and most challenges sell the right kind of panic: short, loud, and just doable if both players commit. Combat is simple but snappy, built to set up stuns and pushes that create space for the next beat.
Co‑op chemistry does the heavy lifting. The story will not land for everyone, yet the dialogue keeps momentum and the level design makes each character feel useful. Swapping leads mid‑scene becomes second nature, and the best moments are those quiet, messy saves when your partner whiffs and you bail them out.
Caveats: solo is not the intended way to play, and a few late puzzles stretch a gimmick longer than needed. Online lobbies depend on region and cross‑platform toggles, so party up when you can. Even with small bumps, the flow holds. Talk fast, improvise, and enjoy when a set‑piece clicks on the first try.
Verdict: bright, brisk co‑op that keeps changing before it gets old.
PC System Requirements
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | 64‑bit Windows 10/11 | 64‑bit Windows 10/11 |
| CPU | Intel Core i5‑6600K / AMD Ryzen 5 2600X | Intel Core i7‑11700K / AMD Ryzen 7 5800X |
| Memory | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 4 GB / AMD Radeon RX 470 4 GB | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 8 GB / AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT 12 GB |
| Storage | 85 GB available space | 85 GB available space |
