s.p.l.i.t is a short, narrative-focused horror game centered on terminal-based hacking. Players take on the role of Axel, a technician coordinating a malware attack on a massive, secretive facility. The game is presented entirely through a first-person interface that includes an IRC-style group chat and a command-line terminal, with no use of a mouse.
Gameplay involves navigating directories, running scripts, and solving puzzles using typed commands. The UI is fully diegetic and designed to resemble a real operating system. Communication with other characters happens in real time through the chat interface, revealing both the technical plan and fragments of personal unease.
The visual and audio design emphasize a stark, utilitarian atmosphere, with a muted palette and original soundtrack. Responses from the system and characters are often minimal and specific, leaving interpretation and pacing in the hands of the player.
