you’re able to essentially hop into any chapter you want, starting from your last checkpoint.
Alternatively, it can be the cheeky side stories that you cant just get enough of.
Radar Publishing
Radar Publishing is at the bottom of the ranking of all the chapters inSplit Fiction.
Its unsurprising, given its the introductory chapter that serves as the tutorial for whats to come.
Here, were introduced to the prologue, setting the stage for Mio and Zoes background stories and ambitions.
But Mio discovers Radar Publishings exploitative scheme and is unexpectedly shoved into Zoes simulation, sparkingSplit Fictionsco-op adventure.
Yet the action never truly reaches climax as Radar Publishing is mainly meant to teach you the ropes.
Youre introduced to basic gameplay mechanics often interrupted by cutscenes setting the stage for whats to come.
In Neon Revenge, you have theiconic TRON light cyclechase sequence; quite the adrenaline-infused moment.
Theres the dorky boss fight against the scary Parking Attendant throwing hover cars at you.
However, the platforming can be a little tricky for newcomers.
Hopes of Spring
Zoes first fantasy-based Hopes of Spring chapter ranks next.
Its also quite remarkable, although still lagging behind the others.
But the boss youll be going up against has shapeshifting abilities, too.
Hes an Ice King who transforms into a feral saber-tooth cat.
Still,platformingis a little straightforward, and the levels are a little less polished.
The Hollow
Although The Hollow is Zoes last chapter, it ranks fifth among all the chapters inSplit Fiction.
Its a trippy chapter with a mind-bending twist.
Yet you’re able to almost see the twist coming from a mile away.
Meanwhile, the abilities introduced in the chapter are intriguing.
Both Mio and Zoe have spirit animals that help them navigate The Hollow.
Isolation
Imagine walking through your subconscious;scary, perhaps.
For Mio, who is often cold and introverted, the Isolation chapter helps explain why.
Her subconscious leads us to a maximum security prison.
For this reason, theres a lot of intrigue in discovering where your path leads.
Rise of the Dragon Realm
Rise of the Dragon Realm is Zoes second chapter.
It features dragon eggs youre given to take care of.
All across the chapter, youll unlock abilities that evolve over time.
And the side stories are fun, too, including a snowboarding race.
You land in a massive facility that produces dangerous toxins.
The thing is, its probably themost challenging chaptera casual gamer will struggle with the most.
As two operative soldiers, youll betwin-stick shootingandsidescrollingyour way to victory.
You need top-notch accuracy, quick thinking, and fast reaction speed to beat this one.
Split
Split, the finale ofSplit Fiction,saves the best for last.
It reveals that Mios and Zoes sci-fi and fantasy virtual worlds are, in fact, connected.
You never see it coming, serving as the perfect twist that climaxes your adventure.
But theres another twist.
The game breaks the fourth wall, having you fight Radar across multiple stages.
This creates a multiverse effect that translates beautifully in the gameplay as well.
It adds lots of tactical gameplay moments.
Evans I. Karanja is a freelance writer who loves to write about anything technology.
When not writing, he can be found playing video games or watching F1.
