The latest contender to challenge Monster Hunter Wilds’ top spot is Split Fiction, a new game from Josef Fares and Hazelight Studios. With a score of 91 on Metacritic, it narrowly edges out the popular monster-hunting title by just one point.
Split Fiction stands out for its unique blend of sci-fi and fantasy gameplay, jumping between genres in a creative way that has reviewers raving about its originality. This fresh approach allows the game to differentiate itself from other titles in the industry.
Monster Hunter Wilds remains an enormous success, topping console charts and drawing in massive numbers on Steam. However, Split Fiction’s impressive debut places it firmly in contention for Game of the Year (GOTY) 2025.
Other highly-profiled games, including Kingdom Come: Deliverance II and PGA Tour 2K25, follow closely behind with scores in the 80s. Meanwhile, Marvel Rivals’ subpar score at 74 raises questions about its overall quality.
With Split Fiction’s release date looming on March 6, it’s clear that this game could be a strong contender for GOTY 2025. Even if Rockstar’s GTA 6 is pushed to an eventual fall 2025 release, its massive size and scope make it hard to imagine anything topping it in the coming months.
Split Fiction’s unique take on local multiplayer and teamwork makes it a standout title that brings back memories of old-school gaming eras. Be sure to check it out when it releases tomorrow.
Source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/paultassi/2025/03/05/monster-hunter-rise-dethroned-in-2025s-top-10-list-by-a-new-game