Split Fiction – Should You Play on Xbox or PS5?
Image Credit: Hazelight Studios, Split Fiction
Split Fiction dropped on March 6, 2025, for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. If you're trying to decide between Xbox or PS5, here’s a simple guide with real info to help you figure out where to play.
Performance – Smooth Either Way
Both Xbox Series X and PS5 run the game at 60 FPS with great visuals.
Series X and PS5 both offer fast load times and crisp textures.
Series S also holds its own, just with slightly lower resolution.
Verdict: No real winner here—the game runs great on both platforms.
Controllers – DualSense vs Xbox
PS5
Uses the DualSense adaptive triggers for extra feedback during actions like grappling or shooting.
Haptic feedback adds some extra feel, but not game-changing.
Xbox
Standard rumble feedback, works well but no adaptive triggers.
If you’re used to Xbox controls, it feels familiar and reliable.
Verdict: If you love fancy trigger effects, PS5 has the edge. If not, it’s basically a tie.
Co-Op Features
Both support local and online co-op.
Both include Friend’s Pass—only one player needs to own the game.
Cross-play? No. Xbox and PS5 players cannot play together.
Verdict: Identical co-op options, so it comes down to where your friends are.
Final Blurb
If you want immersive controller feedback, PS5 is the way to go. If you prefer Xbox’s interface or have Game Pass loyalty, Xbox is a solid pick too (though Split Fiction is not on Game Pass as of now). Either way, you’re getting a polished experience—you just need to decide which controller you want in your hands.
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