All Side Story Locations in Split Fiction

While Split Fiction's co-op adventure unfolds linearly, numerous optional Side Stories offer some of the game's most memorable moments. These aren't essential to the main plot, but they're well worth seeking out. Here's how to find all 12, spread across Chapters 2 through 5.

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Each chapter (2-5) hides three Side Stories. Completing them all unlocks an achievement. Expect quirky scenarios, like a pig transformation or a deadly game show appearance!

Chapter 2

Legend of the Sandfish: This Side Story appears naturally after completing the "Rush Hour" section—you can't miss it.

Farmlife: Located in the "Streets of Neon" section, after crossing a small barrier and before reaching the elevators on the left.

Mountain Hike: Found in "Big City Life." Reach the Port-A-Potties, have Mio enter one, and 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," locate this Side Story on a ledge requiring a wall run from Mio and Zoe while navigating the water with a plank.

Gameshow: Within "Walking Sticks of Doom," this Side Story is on a platform after a side-scrolling section, requiring some minor platforming.

Collapsing Star: Found in "Halls of Ice," on the main path through the palace; it's hard to miss.

Chapter 4

Kites: Located at the end of the long tube in "Toxic Tumblers."

Moon Market: In "Test Chamber," after the crane sequence, it's on a left-hand ledge accessible via some platforming.

Notebook: The final Chapter 4 Side Story, in "Soaring Desperados." After obtaining the jetpack, avoid the giant wheel and hover to the left side of the room.

Chapter 5

Slopes of War: Found in "Water Temple." After hatching dragons, solve the lever puzzle on the left after crossing the golden balls.

Space Escape: Located 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: The final Side Story, in "Treasure Temple." Complete the soul puzzle to find it on your left.

Completing all 12 Side Stories unlocks the "Bookworms" achievement in Split Fiction.

Split Fiction is available now on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.