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Play Overview
Set in a future where people can live out their fantasies in simulations, Mio and Zoe are accidentally trapped in their overlapping dream scenarios. As you play you need to use their different abilities to solve puzzles in the world. Like other games from this developer (Brothers A Tale Of Two Sons and A Way Out), each player has a different perspective on the action and has their own essential contribution.
To progress you need to work out who needs to do what and then coordinate your actions. In this way, it's a challenge that combines communication and timing. As you master the varying puzzles together you slowly discover what is really going on and how the both of you can escape back to your own separate dreams.
The result is a game designed around two players cooperating together. It's an existential journey about real-world emotions, relationships, vulnerability and coping with not fulfilling your dreams. It can be difficult, but you learn to trust your friends and experience each character's story together.
Our examiner, Thom Robertson, first checked Split Fiction 4 weeks ago. It was re-examined by Will Oster and updated 3 weeks ago.
Play Style
You can play this game in the following styles:
Benefits
Age Ratings
Skill Level
8+ year-olds usually have the required skill to enjoy this game. Still, it's important for parents and guardians to consider the maturity required to process the game content. It's also important to ensure children understand in-game purchases and have spending limits set-up. Good hand-eye coordination and a willingness to persevere in solving puzzles are key to enjoying the game. Playing with two people enables the very young to progress more easily although you can't carry them through the game like in other co-op games.
Account Rating
- You need be 18-years-old to to subscribe to Xbox Live Gold for online play, but can then configure family accounts for younger players to play online with Xbox Series X|S.
- You need be 18-years-old to subscribe to PlayStation Plus for online play, but can create sub-accounts for younger players of 7-years or older to play online with PlayStation 5.
Costs
Split Fiction
There are the following additional costs associated with this game:
- In-Game Purchases: Additional in-game purchases are offered for items that enhance the experience.
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You need a subscription to play online:
- You need to purchase a PlayStation Plus subscription to play online with PlayStation 5.
- You need to purchase a Xbox Live Gold subscription to play online with Xbox Series X|S.
You can play the game with a friend, each on your own system, with one copy of the game.
It's important to set up your accounts and devices appropriately. More information is on our Financial Resources page.
Game Details
Release Date: 06/03/2025
Coming Soon: PC, PS5 and Xbox X|S
Skill Rating: 8+ year-olds
Players: 2 (2 online)
Genres: Puzzle, Traversal (Adventure, Narrative and Platform)
Accessibility: 0 features documented (Tweet Developer )
Components: 3D Third-Person
Developer: Hazelight Games (@HazelightGames)
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