With the and the "Split-Screen + Local Co-op Fix" mod, you can force local co-op. The game treats both players as if they are on separate consoles, merging them onto one screen.
According to the developer, the decision to make split-screen exclusive to keyboard and controller users was made to optimize the gameplay experience for those using a more traditional gaming setup. "We wanted to ensure that players using a keyboard and controller could enjoy the game with the best possible performance and controls," said a Capcom representative. "Unfortunately, this meant that we had to limit the split-screen feature to only those using this specific setup."
: This often triggers the split-screen prompt, assigning the keyboard to one player and the controller to the other. Alternative for Update v1.2.0 : Press the
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