Hazelight Studios' Split Fiction has achieved a remarkable feat, becoming EA's first game to surpass a 90 Metacritic score in over a decade. This achievement follows widespread critical acclaim from various review outlets.
Split Fiction's Triumphant Reception
A Stunning 91 on Metacritic
Split Fiction has garnered near-universal praise, boasting an impressive average score exceeding 90 across major review aggregators. This makes it a landmark title for EA, marking their return to the top tier of critically acclaimed games after a long absence. The last EA game to achieve this high a score was Mass Effect 3 in 2012, which scored a 93 on Metacritic. Subsequent high-profile EA releases, including Battlefield (2016), It Takes Two (2021), and Dead Space (2023), fell just short of the 90+ mark.
Currently, Split Fiction holds a Metacritic score of 91, earning it a coveted "Metacritic Must-Play" designation based on 84 critic reviews. OpenCritic echoes this success, awarding the game a 90 and a prestigious "Mighty" rating.
Here at Game8, we awarded Split Fiction a 90 out of 100, captivated by its exceptional levels, engaging narrative, and the sheer joy of exploring its world with friends. For a more in-depth look at our perspective on Split Fiction, please read our full review below!