Split Fiction Technical Details: Steam Deck Verification, PC Requirements, and More
Learn about Split Fiction's Steam Deck compatibility, PC system requirements, ultrawide screen support, and accessibility features ahead of the March 6 launch.
Split Fiction Technical Details: Steam Deck Verification, PC Requirements, and More
In the build-up to Split Fiction's launch on March 6, we've shared information about Side Stories, player characters Mio and Zoe, and the Friend's Pass. Now we're diving into the more technical aspects of the game, which you'll be able to experience with your co-op partner starting March 6th. Read on to learn more about PC requirements, Steam Native support, Steam Deck verification, and more!
Steam Native Support
For starters, we're happy to announce that Split Fiction will be Steam Native and Steam Deck verified! Similar to It Takes Two, Split Fiction will not require the EA App, meaning you'll be able to play the game using just the Steam Client on PC, no other application needed. You will be able to easily send game invites and join your friends on Steam directly through the Steam Friends List system, allowing you to get into the chaotic action quicker.
Please note, however, that you'll need a free EA account if you want to connect with a friend who's playing on a different platform through cross-play, such as Xbox or PlayStation consoles.
Steam Deck Verification
Whether you're at home or on the go, you will be able to transport yourself into the world of Mio and Zoe's mind-boggling adventure as Split Fiction is Verified on Valve's Steam Deck handheld device, giving you even more options to take advantage of Split Fiction's cross-play capabilities.
You will also be able to take advantage of the Steam Cloud Save functionality, meaning you can play on your PC, save and close the game, then carry on where you left off on your Steam Deck and vice versa! We're excited to see all the unexpected locations the community will end up playing Split Fiction after launch.
PC Specifications
For those of you who will be stepping into Mio and Zoe's shoes on PC, the tables below list the Minimum and Recommended Specifications the game will require, giving you an idea of what will be needed from your PC to experience Split Fiction's immense variety of environments and gameplay challenges in their true glory.
We have worked tirelessly to ensure the game will be optimized at launch, completing hours and hours of performance and compatibility testing with the goal of making sure that the game will run as smoothly as possible, even on PCs configured at the game's listed minimum system requirements.
Minimum Specifications
| Component | Minimum Specification |
|---|---|
| OS | 64-bit Windows 10/11 |
| CPU | Intel Core i5-6600k or AMD Ryzen 5 2600k |
| Memory | 16GB |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 (4GB) or AMD Radeon RX 470 (4GB) |
| DirectX | Version 12 |
| Network | Broadband Internet Connection |
| Storage | 85GB available space |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 (1080p) Native |
| FPS | 30 FPS |
| Graphic Preset | Low |
Recommended Specifications
| Component | Recommended Specification |
|---|---|
| OS | 64-bit Windows 10/11 |
| CPU | Intel Core i7-11700k or AMD Ryzen 7 5800X |
| Memory | 16GB |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 (8GB) or AMD Radeon 6700 XT (12GB) |
| DirectX | Version 12 |
| Network | Broadband Internet Connection |
| Storage | 85GB available space |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 (2K) Native |
| FPS | 60 FPS |
| Graphic Preset | High |
Ultrawide Resolution Support
Ultrawide monitors are becoming more and more popular for gaming, which is why Split Fiction will support ultrawide resolutions for PC players alongside more standard resolutions. With support for 21:9 and 32:9 resolutions, you will have even more screen real estate to soak in the dystopian sci-fi and out-of-this-world fantasy environments.
Accessibility Options
Split Fiction has a wide range of accessibility options that you can enable and disable as you see fit, ensuring everyone can comfortably enjoy Mio and Zoe's story:
- Subtitles with optional backgrounds
- Closed captioning
- Skippable checkpoints for sections players may get stuck at
- Toggleable option to replace button mash prompts/analog stick spinning/stick wiggling prompts with more simplified inputs
- Adjustable damage modifiers to reduce the amount of damage enemies inflict on the player
- Persistent aim dot
- Ability to swap the left and right analog sticks
- Remappable input controls, allowing custom inputs
- Adjustable camera sensitivity
Console Support
Split Fiction will also be launching on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, and we have made great efforts to create an
optimized experience for those of you who plan to play on either console. The game will run at 60fps, giving you and your co-op partner a smooth action-adventure thrill ride with Mio and Zoe inside their vivid and beautiful simulated worlds.
PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X players will be able to play Split Fiction in incredible detail with the game running at dynamic 4K resolution, meanwhile players on the Xbox Series S will play at a resolution of 1080p.