Can You Disable Split Screen in Split Fiction?

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Does Split Fiction Allow Fullscreen Co-Op?

If you’re hoping to play Split Fiction in full screen without split-screen in online co-op, you’re out of luck. The game is designed to be played in split screen at all times, whether you’re sitting next to your co-op partner or playing online from different locations.

Why Is Split Fiction Always Split Screen?

  • Gameplay Is Built Around It – Much like It Takes Two and A Way Out, Split Fiction relies on players being able to see both perspectives at all times.

  • Screen Watching Is Intentional – Many puzzles, platforming sections, and boss fights require players to react to each other’s screens to progress.

  • Dynamic Camera Work – While the game is mostly split screen, it sometimes merges into a single view during cutscenes and key gameplay moments.

Is There Any Benefit to Playing Online Instead of Local?

  • No visual difference – The game will be split screen whether you’re playing on the same couch or across different systems.

  • Couch co-op is still the best option – Since you’re always sharing a screen anyway, local play feels just as good, if not better, than online play (like back in the old days).

  • Crossplay works, but doesn’t change the format – Even if you’re playing PC to PS5, for example, you’ll still see a split-screen layout.

Final Blurb

If you’re not a fan of split screen, Split Fiction might take some getting used to. But the game uses it in clever ways, including for a lot of mechanics, and most players forget about it pretty quickly. Regardless of whether you’re playing online or locally, the experience will remain the same, so find a friend, embrace the chaos, and enjoy the game the way it was meant to be played.


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Andrew Bame

Andrew has spent over five years writing about video games and is the primary contributor/editor for GamerBlurb. With a background in creative writing and past experience in the industry, he’s mastered the art of turning hours of gaming into something that sounds like work. When he’s not writing he’s either getting distracted by various sidequests or occasionally pretending he’s good at League of Legends (#iron).

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