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Split Fiction, Highly Anticipated Co-op Adventure, Release Date & What To Expect

John Jackson

Split Fiction, the hotly anticipated co-op title from Hazelight Studios—the same team behind the Game of the Year-winning It Takes Two—is finally set to arrive this week. Here’s everything you need to know about its launch and what makes this co-op-only adventure a standout.

In Split Fiction, players team up as Mio and Zoe, two up-and-coming writers who visit a publishing house—only to find themselves transported into surreal digital worlds inspired by their own stories. Each character specializes in a distinct genre: Mio writes sci-fi, while Zoe crafts fantasy tales, leading to constant shifts between futuristic techscapes and enchanted realms.

According to eTrueSports, Much like It Takes Two, the game thrives on variety, never sticking to one genre or mechanic for too long. You’ll switch between platforming, shooting, puzzles, and stealth.

One moment you’re darting through a neon-lit cyberpunk city with flying cars, the next you’re drifting down a river in a magical forest—and then suddenly, you’re playing as hot dogs sizzling on a grill.

Split Fiction includes the Friend’s Pass feature, so only one person needs to own the game to play online together. Full cross-play support is also enabled between PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, making it easier than ever to partner up.

The game has already received strong early praise from critics, with a 4.5/5 star rating and reviewers calling it “a triumph” and “a must-play co-op game.” All signs point to Split Fiction continuing Hazelight’s momentum after the runaway success of It Takes Two, which has now surpassed 20 million copies sold.

Expect the main adventure to last between 12 to 15 hours, delivering a rich, engaging experience that solidifies Split Fiction as a major highlight of what’s shaping up to be a banner year for co-op gaming.

Split Fiction

Global Release Schedule

Split Fiction will be released worldwide on Thursday, March 6, 2025, at 11 AM EST, launching simultaneously on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Here’s how that translates across different time zones:

  • 8 AM PST (West Coast North America)
  • 10 AM CST (Central North America)
  • 11 AM EST (East Coast North America)
  • 1 PM BRT (Brazil)
  • 4 PM GMT (UK)
  • 5 PM CET (Western Europe)
  • 6 PM EET (Eastern Europe)
  • 7 PM AST (Arabia)
  • 1 AM JST on March 7 (Japan)
  • 1 AM KST on March 7 (Korea)
  • 3 AM AEDT on March 7 (Eastern Australia)
  • 5 AM NZDT on March 7 (New Zealand)

Preloading Details

If you’ve preordered the digital version, you can preload the game now and be ready to dive in the moment it launches. To preload:

  • Make sure you’ve purchased the game digitally
  • Go to your game library
  • Begin downloading

Note: Preloading is exclusive to the account that made the purchase. Players using the Friend’s Pass feature must wait until the official release time before accessing the game.

Storage Requirements

Before launch day, make sure your system has the required free space:

  • PlayStation 5: 79 GB
  • Xbox Series X|S: Similar storage needs
  • PC: Between 77.6 GB and 85 GB depending on your setup

PC System Requirements

Minimum Specs:

  • OS: 64-bit Windows 10/11
  • Processor: Intel Core i5-6600K or AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
  • Memory: 16 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 (4GB) or AMD Radeon RX 470 (4GB)
  • DirectX: Version 12
  • Storage: 85 GB available space
  • Additional Notes: 1080p at 30 FPS on Low settings

Recommended Specs:

  • OS: 64-bit Windows 10/11
  • Processor: Intel Core i7-11700K or AMD Ryzen 7 5800X
  • Memory: 16 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 (8GB) or AMD Radeon 6700 XT (12GB)
  • DirectX: Version 12
  • Storage: 85 GB available space
  • Additional Notes: 1440p at 60 FPS on High settings

Split Fiction is also Steam Deck Verified, offering smooth portable play on the go.