Split Fiction vs Killing Floor 3

• Perspective: Third-Person (Split-Screen)
• Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2
• Gameplay Focus: Exclusively Co-op (2 Players)
• Unique Feature: The Friend's Pass system, allowing one owner of the game to invite a friend to play the entire game for free online.

• Perspective: First-Person
• Multiplayer: 6-Player Online Co-op
• Setting: Dystopian Future (2091)
• Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S
• Unique Feature: The next-generation evolution of the series' signature brutal co-op wave-based combat, built from the ground up in Unreal Engine 5 with deeper customization.

• Co-op Partner: The game is designed to be played by two human players. Your companion is essential for every aspect of the game, from solving puzzles and traversing the world to defeating enemies and bosses. The entire experience relies on communication and coordination with your partner.
  Human (Player)

• Co-op Teammates: The game is built around a team of up to six human players. Teamwork is essential for survival, requiring players to cover each other, share resources (Dosh), and combine their specialist abilities to overcome the horde.
  Human (Player)

• Minigames: Hidden throughout the levels are 25 optional, competitive minigames. Finding and playing these allows Mio and Zoe to take a break from cooperating and compete against each other in short, fun challenges.

• Cooperative Gameplay
• Friendship
• Imagination
• Sci-Fi vs. Fantasy
• Overcoming Differences
• Platforming
• Puzzle-Solving
• Action-Adventure

• Sci-Fi Horror
• Dystopian Future
• Co-op Survival
• Cyberpunk
• Bio-Engineering
• Wave-Based Combat
• Gore
• Action

• Contextual Abilities: Varies by Level
  The game does not have a persistent arsenal. Instead, each level grants Mio and Zoe unique, temporary gadgets and abilities tailored to that specific world's theme. For example, in a sci-fi level, one player might get a gravity bike while the other gets a plasma rifle. In a fantasy level, one might get a magic staff while the other gets a grappling hook.

• Assault Rifles: Automatic Rifles
  Versatile firearms that are effective at most ranges. Includes futuristic versions of classic weapons, now highly customizable with various attachments.
• Shotguns: Close-Quarters Weapons
  Devastating at close range, capable of clearing paths through hordes of smaller Zeds. Includes pump-action, semi-auto, and explosive variants.
• Melee Weapons: Blades, Blunt Objects
  High-risk, high-reward weapons for when the Zeds get too close. The parry system from KF2 returns with refinements.
• Explosives: Grenade Launchers, RPGs
  Weapons designed for maximum area-of-effect damage, ideal for taking down large Zeds like Fleshpounds and Scrakes.
• Specialist Weapons: Flamethrowers, Healing Darts
  Unique weapons tied to specific specialist roles, such as the Firebug's flamethrower or the Field Medic's healing dart rifle.

• Character Outfits: There is no armor system that affects gameplay stats. Mio and Zoe have their own distinct default outfits. Their appearance may change slightly based on the context of a level, but this is purely cosmetic.

• Body Armor: A purchasable item from the Trader pod. It provides an extra layer of health that must be depleted before Zeds can damage the player's main health pool. It can be repaired and replenished between waves.

• Cosmetic Customization: A deep character customization system allows players to unlock and equip hundreds of cosmetic items, including different helmets, body outfits, backpacks, and accessories to create their own unique Nightfall specialist.
• Weapon Skins: Players can unlock and apply a wide variety of cosmetic skins and charms to their weapons.

The classic Perk system returns but has been expanded. Each Specialist (class) has a unique skill tree, allowing for deep customization of abilities and playstyles. A new weapon upgrade system allows players to enhance their favorite guns with new attachments and properties. The in-match economy of earning 'Dosh' to buy better weapons from the Trader pod remains a core part of the gameplay loop.

The game features a variety of battlegrounds, from claustrophobic urban environments to sprawling industrial complexes. Maps are designed with the series' signature focus on choke points, verticality, and strategic locations for welding doors and holding out against the horde. The move to Unreal Engine 5 allows for more detailed and destructible environments.

• Mio Hudson: Playable Protagonist
  An aspiring sci-fi author who is logical, reserved, and somewhat pessimistic. She must learn to open up and work with the chaotic Zoe to survive.
• Zoe Foster: Playable Protagonist
  An aspiring fantasy author who is energetic, imaginative, and optimistic. She sees their predicament as a grand adventure and must learn to focus to help the pragmatic Mio.
• J.D. Rader: Antagonist
  The CEO of Rader Publishing. His desperation to find the next bestseller leads him to trap Mio and Zoe, eventually becoming the final boss of the game.

• Nightfall Specialists: Playable Characters
  The game features a roster of five specialists at launch, each representing a different class or 'Perk' (e.g., Commando, Support, Field Medic, Berserker, Demolitionist). Each specialist has a unique personality, appearance, and skill tree.
• The Zeds: Enemies
  The bio-engineered horde of monstrosities created by Horzine. Includes returning favorites like the Clot, Gorefast, Stalker, Siren, Scrake, and Fleshpound, all redesigned with new models and attack patterns.
• The Patriarch: Boss
  The iconic and brilliant, yet insane, former CEO of Horzine and creator of the Zeds. He returns as a formidable boss with a new arsenal of futuristic weaponry and devastating attacks.

• Main Story Chapters
  The game is divided into several chapters, each taking place in a unique new world from the writers' imaginations. The objective of each chapter is to master the new co-op mechanics presented in order to overcome the environmental puzzles and defeat the chapter's unique boss.

• Survival Mode
  The classic Killing Floor experience. Players must survive a set number of increasingly difficult waves of Zeds on a chosen map, earning money to buy better gear between rounds, and culminating in a final, challenging boss fight.
• Objective Mode
  A more structured mode where players must move through a map and complete specific tasks (like defending a point or escorting a VIP) while being constantly assaulted by Zeds.

• Q: Can I play Split Fiction by myself?
  A: No. Split Fiction is a co-op only game and cannot be played solo. It requires a second player, either locally on the same screen or online.
• Q: Do both players need to own the game to play online?
  A: No. Thanks to the Friend's Pass feature, only one person needs to own the full game. They can then invite a friend, who can download the Friend's Pass for free, to play the entire adventure together.
• Q: What kind of game is it?
  A: It is a narrative-driven action-adventure platformer that is constantly changing its gameplay. It is famous for its incredible variety and focus on creative, collaborative puzzles and set pieces.
• Q: Is Split Fiction cross-platform?
  A: Yes, the game supports full cross-play between all released platforms (PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2), including for players using the Friend's Pass.

• Q: What is Killing Floor 3?
  A: It is the third main installment in the co-op FPS series. Players team up in groups of up to six to fight off waves of bio-engineered monsters called Zeds in a dystopian future.
• Q: How many players can play together?
  A: The game supports up to 6-player online co-op.
• Q: What engine does the game use?
  A: Killing Floor 3 is built from the ground up in Unreal Engine 5.
• Q: Does Killing Floor 3 have cross-play?
  A: Yes, the game supports full cross-platform play between PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.

• OFFICIAL PC SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS from the game's Epic Games Store and Steam pages. An SSD is recommended for optimal performance.
• Laptop Performance Note: Laptop performance will vary based on the specific model's cooling and power delivery (TGP). Given the game's diverse and visually rich levels, a modern gaming laptop is advised for a stable experience.
• Laptop Consideration: G P U T G P Impact: Total Graphics Power (TGP) is critical for laptop GPU performance. A higher TGP allows the GPU to perform closer to its desktop equivalent.
• Laptop Consideration: Advanced Cooling Thermals: The game's constantly changing environments and mechanics can be demanding. A robust cooling system is essential to prevent thermal throttling and maintain consistent performance.
• Laptop Consideration: C P U Performance Sustain: A strong mobile CPU is important for handling the game's physics, unique level mechanics, and ensuring a smooth co-op experience.
• Laptop Consideration: R A M Configuration Speed: 16GB in a dual-channel configuration is recommended to avoid stuttering and ensure smooth gameplay.
• Laptop Consideration: Display Panel G P U Pairing: Match the GPU's capability to the laptop's display. The game supports high refresh rates for a more fluid platforming and combat experience.
• Laptop Consideration: M U X Switch N V I D I A Advanced Optimus: A MUX switch or Advanced Optimus is beneficial for reducing input latency, which is helpful for the game's timing-based puzzles and platforming.
• Laptop Consideration: Driver Updates O S Optimization: Keeping GPU drivers updated is crucial for performance and stability.
• Game Name: Split Fiction

• OFFICIAL AND EXTRAPOLATED SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS for Killing Floor 3. This information is based on the official PC specifications from developer Tripwire Interactive, adapted to the requested JSON structure. As a title built on Unreal Engine 5, the game is demanding, particularly on the CPU for the recommended tier. Laptop and future-generation GPU listings are extrapolated based on performance benchmarks and technical analyses.
• Laptop Performance Note: Laptop versions of the listed desktop GPUs require comparable performance, which is highly dependent on the laptop's TGP (Total Graphics Power) and thermal design. For a fast-paced, horde-based shooter like Killing Floor 3, a laptop with a high-TGP GPU and a robust cooling system is critical to maintain a stable framerate during intense combat.
• Laptop Consideration: G P U T G P: A high TGP is essential. A low-power variant of a recommended GPU may struggle to maintain a consistent 60 FPS, especially when the screen is filled with Zeds and particle effects.
• Laptop Consideration: Cooling Thermals: Unreal Engine 5 can heavily stress both the CPU and GPU. An advanced cooling solution will be necessary to prevent thermal throttling during chaotic, multi-player sessions.
• Laptop Consideration: C P U Power Limits: The game's AI and physics for a large number of enemies will be CPU-intensive. A capable laptop CPU with good power delivery is needed to handle these demands without creating a bottleneck.
• Laptop Consideration: M U X Switch Optimus: A MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus is highly recommended to minimize latency and ensure the GPU's full performance is utilized, which is vital for a fast-paced first-person shooter.
• Optimization Detail: Upscaling Tech: The game officially supports a full suite of upscaling technologies: NVIDIA DLSS, AMD FSR, Intel XeSS, and Epic's native TSR. The official performance targets explicitly mention the use of upscaling to achieve the desired framerates.
• Optimization Detail: Key Settings Impact: As a UE5 title, the game includes advanced graphical features. The optional Lumen Global Illumination and Reflections will have the most significant performance impact. Adjusting these, along with shadows and effects quality, will be key to tuning performance.
• Game Name: Killing Floor 3

• Upscaling Tech: The game officially supports a full suite of upscaling technologies: NVIDIA DLSS, AMD FSR, Intel XeSS, and Epic's native TSR. The official performance targets explicitly mention the use of upscaling to achieve the desired framerates.
• Key Settings Impact: As a UE5 title, the game includes advanced graphical features. The optional Lumen Global Illumination and Reflections will have the most significant performance impact. Adjusting these, along with shadows and effects quality, will be key to tuning performance.

• G P U T G P Impact: Total Graphics Power (TGP) is critical for laptop GPU performance. A higher TGP allows the GPU to perform closer to its desktop equivalent.
• Advanced Cooling Thermals: The game's constantly changing environments and mechanics can be demanding. A robust cooling system is essential to prevent thermal throttling and maintain consistent performance.
• C P U Performance Sustain: A strong mobile CPU is important for handling the game's physics, unique level mechanics, and ensuring a smooth co-op experience.
• R A M Configuration Speed: 16GB in a dual-channel configuration is recommended to avoid stuttering and ensure smooth gameplay.
• Display Panel G P U Pairing: Match the GPU's capability to the laptop's display. The game supports high refresh rates for a more fluid platforming and combat experience.
• M U X Switch N V I D I A Advanced Optimus: A MUX switch or Advanced Optimus is beneficial for reducing input latency, which is helpful for the game's timing-based puzzles and platforming.
• Driver Updates O S Optimization: Keeping GPU drivers updated is crucial for performance and stability.

• G P U T G P: A high TGP is essential. A low-power variant of a recommended GPU may struggle to maintain a consistent 60 FPS, especially when the screen is filled with Zeds and particle effects.
• Cooling Thermals: Unreal Engine 5 can heavily stress both the CPU and GPU. An advanced cooling solution will be necessary to prevent thermal throttling during chaotic, multi-player sessions.
• C P U Power Limits: The game's AI and physics for a large number of enemies will be CPU-intensive. A capable laptop CPU with good power delivery is needed to handle these demands without creating a bottleneck.
• M U X Switch Optimus: A MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus is highly recommended to minimize latency and ensure the GPU's full performance is utilized, which is vital for a fast-paced first-person shooter.