Buddy Pass Explained | Split Fiction
Image Credit: Hazelight Studios, Split Fiction
Split Fiction is a co-op game, which means you need a partner to play. But instead of forcing both players to buy a copy, the game includes a Buddy Pass (also called Friend’s Pass) that lets one person play for free—as long as their friend owns the game.
What is the Buddy/Friends Pass?
If one player owns Split Fiction, they can invite a friend to play online for free.
The invited player does not need to buy the game—they just need to download the Friend’s Pass on their platform.
Works across all platforms where Split Fiction is available.
How to Use the Buddy Pass
Own a Copy of Split Fiction – At least one of you needs to have the full game.
Friend Downloads the Friend’s Pass – Your co-op partner must install the free Friend’s Pass from their platform’s store.
Send an Invite – The player who owns the game invites their friend through the in-game menu.
Play the Entire Game Together – Once connected, you can play the full game without restrictions.
Key Things to Know
Both players must be online to use the Buddy Pass.
No split-screen with Friend’s Pass—it only works for online co-op.
Only the game owner earns trophies/achievements—the invited player won’t unlock them.
Final Blurb
The Buddy Pass is a great way to experience Split Fiction without forcing both players to buy it. If you have a friend willing to team up, they can hop in for free—so find a partner and start your adventure.
