Split Fiction is on Xbox, but only on Xbox Game Pass

Split Fiction is available on Xbox through Game Pass, Microsoft's subscription service. You cannot buy the game outright on Xbox — it comes only with a Game Pass subscription. The game is also on PlayStation 5 and Windows PC, where you can either subscribe through PlayStation Plus Extra or buy it permanently.

If you own an Xbox console and want to play Split Fiction, Game Pass is your only route. The game launched on Game Pass the same day it released everywhere else, in September 2024. You do not need Xbox Live Gold to play it — Game Pass alone is enough.

Key Takeaways

  • Split Fiction on Xbox requires a Game Pass subscription; you cannot purchase it separately on that platform.
  • PlayStation 5 owners can play through PlayStation Plus Extra or buy the game outright for around $40.
  • Windows PC players can buy the game from Steam or the Microsoft Store, or play through Game Pass for PC.
  • Game Pass for console and Game Pass for PC are separate subscriptions, so check which one you have before assuming you can play.

How to play Split Fiction on Xbox with Game Pass

Open the Game Pass app on your Xbox console. Search for "Split Fiction" in the Game Pass library. Select the game and choose "Install" — it will read to your console's storage. Once installation finishes, you can launch the game directly from your library.

Game Pass subscriptions renew monthly. As long as your subscription is active, you keep access to Split Fiction. If your subscription lapses, you lose access until you renew. Your save files stay on your console, so if you resubscribe later, you can pick up where you left off.

Game Pass tiers and what they include

Microsoft offers two Game Pass tiers for console: Game Pass and Game Pass Ultimate. Both include Split Fiction. The standard Game Pass tier costs less but does not include Xbox Live Gold or cloud saves. Game Pass Ultimate includes both, plus access to Game Pass for PC and Xbox Cloud Gaming.

If you play online multiplayer games, you need Xbox Live Gold to play online — Game Pass does not include it unless you have Game Pass Ultimate. Split Fiction is single-player, so you only need the base Game Pass tier to play it. Check your subscription type in your Xbox settings under "Memberships" to see which one you have.

Playing Split Fiction on other platforms

PlayStation 5 owners can play Split Fiction through PlayStation Plus Extra, which costs more than the base tier but includes a library of games. Alternatively, you can buy the game outright on PlayStation for around $40 and own it permanently — you do not need a subscription to play a game you own.

On Windows PC, you have three options: buy the game on Steam, buy it from the Microsoft Store, or play it through Game Pass for PC. Game Pass for PC is a separate subscription from console Game Pass and costs less. If you have Game Pass Ultimate, you get access to both the console and PC versions.

Storage space and read size

Split Fiction takes up roughly 150 GB of storage space on your console or PC. Before you install, check that you have enough free space. On Xbox, you can manage storage in Settings under "System" and then "Storage." If you run out of space, you can delete other games to make room, and Split Fiction will reinstall if you resubscribe to Game Pass later.

The game downloads in full before you can play it — you cannot start playing while it is still downloading. Depending on your internet speed, the read can take several hours. Plan ahead if you want to play on a specific day.

Cross-platform play and save transfers

Split Fiction does not support cross-platform play, so you cannot play with friends on a different console or PC. Your save files are tied to the platform you play on — if you own the game on both PlayStation and PC, you have separate save files on each and cannot transfer progress between them.

If you switch from one platform to another, you start over. There is no way to move your save file or progress. Keep this in mind if you are thinking about playing on multiple platforms.

What to do if Game Pass is not available in your region

Game Pass is available in most countries, but not everywhere. If you live in a region where Game Pass is not offered, you cannot play Split Fiction on Xbox through subscription. Your only option on Xbox would be if the game becomes available for purchase separately, which has not happened as of now.

Check the Xbox website for your region to confirm whether Game Pass is available where you live. If it is not, playing on PlayStation or PC may be your alternative, depending on what services are available in your area.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need Xbox Live Gold to play Split Fiction?

No. Split Fiction is single-player only, so you do not need Xbox Live Gold. A Game Pass subscription is all you need. If you have Game Pass Ultimate, it includes Xbox Live Gold, but you do not need to pay extra for it just to play this game.

Can I buy Split Fiction on Xbox instead of using Game Pass?

Not currently. The game is exclusive to Game Pass on Xbox — Microsoft has not made it available for individual purchase on that platform. On PlayStation and PC, you can buy it outright, but Xbox owners must subscribe to Game Pass.

If my Game Pass subscription ends, do I lose my save file?

Your save file stays on your console even after your subscription ends. If you resubscribe to Game Pass later, you can load that save and continue playing. You only lose access to the game itself while your subscription is inactive.

Is Game Pass for PC the same as Game Pass for console?

No, they are separate subscriptions. Game Pass for console works on Xbox consoles, and Game Pass for PC works on Windows computers. Game Pass Ultimate is the only subscription that includes both. If you only have console Game Pass, you cannot play on PC.

How much storage do I need to play Split Fiction?

The game requires about 150 GB of free space. Check your console or PC storage before installing. If you do not have enough room, delete other games or files to make space.