When you look at the offerings from different game developers, one standout feature of Hazelight Studios’ cooperative adventures is the Friend’s Pass. This brilliant addition lets you and a friend jump into the game together without both needing to buy a copy. If you own the game, your co-op partner can play for free, and that was a major draw for both 2017’s A Way Out and the 2021 Game of the Year, It Takes Two. Now, Hazelight’s latest release, Split Fiction, continues this tradition, introducing cross-play capabilities for the first time.
If you haven’t experienced a Hazelight game before, using the Friend’s Pass in Split Fiction might feel a bit daunting. Don’t worry—I’ve got you covered with a simple guide on how to get and use this feature effectively. Keep reading for all the key details you’ll need.
### How to Download the Split Fiction Friend’s Pass
You might think you’ll find the Friend’s Pass right within Split Fiction’s main menu, but it actually needs to be downloaded separately by the person joining you—not the game owner.
To get started, player two needs to locate the Split Fiction Friend’s Pass on their platform’s store and download it for free. To make this process smoother, I’ve compiled direct links to the Friend’s Pass pages across Xbox, Windows PC apps, and PS5 below.
For those using the EA app, you’ll find the Friend’s Pass there as well. Be mindful that this pass includes the entire game, so expect a hefty 85GB download.
Once your gaming buddy has downloaded and set up the Friend’s Pass on their platform, you’re ready for the next part.
### How to Use the Split Fiction Friend’s Pass
With the Friend’s Pass installed, it’s time to link up and dive into Split Fiction. Here’s how you can get started:
1. Both players should open the game and create or log in to their existing EA accounts.
2. Ensure you’re friends on EA, which is crucial for cross-play functionality.
3. If you’re on Xbox or PS5, don’t forget Xbox Game Pass Core or PlayStation Plus is needed for online play.
4. The game owner selects Play Online and uses the Invite Friend option.
5. Send an invite to your friend using your platform’s system or through your EA friend’s list for cross-play.
6. Xbox and PS5 users need to enable cross-play in the console settings if it’s not already active.
7. When the invite arrives, the player with the Friend’s Pass just needs to hit Accept.
And that’s all there is to it! With these steps, you and your friend are set to explore the diverse and thrilling world of Split Fiction. You can pick up right where you left off each time by following the same steps upon reconnecting or opening the game again.
Split Fiction is carving out a reputation as one of this year’s top cooperative titles on Xbox and PC. You can snag it from various retailers, and the Steam version is currently available for a bargain price of $40.59 at CDKeys. Dive in with a friend and enjoy an unforgettable gaming experience!
