Split Fiction

Split Fiction is a co-op adventure where two players take on the roles of Mio and Zoe, two aspiring writers. The story begins with a glitch at the Rader Publishing publishing house that causes their worlds to become intertwined. Between chapters, the heroines discuss their own fears and grievances, which is why the adventure resembles a conversation between two authors. Mio's world is a dystopia with cyberpunk and car chases, and Zoe writes fantasy with dragons and enchantments. Finding themselves in other people's scenarios, the heroines are forced to cooperate, even if their characters are completely different. There is no penalty for mistakes: failure instantly rolls back the episode to the beginning, allowing you to try again without loss. The passage is built strictly for two: tasks require simultaneous actions, and the abilities of the partners complement each other. Game episodes alternate genres, from chases and platforming to puzzles and space combat. Some episodes look like mini-games: vehicle chases, flights, boss fights and riddles. Boss scenes require coordinated action, and this makes the final episodes especially tense. The story is told through the conversations of the heroines, and the relationship between them changes as events unfold. The author of the project is known for other cooperative games, and here his handwriting is immediately recognizable. Some scenes contain references to other projects of the author, and music lovers will appreciate the selection of music. The plot leads to a denouement through joint scenes, and the ending depends on how the heroines come to an agreement with each other. For those looking for a co-op adventure with a touch of fiction, this pairing of worlds will do just fine.