Metaphor: ReFantazio
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Manage Your ListDeveloped by Atlus' Studio Zero, Metaphor: ReFantazio is a fantasy RPG set in the United Kingdom of Euchronia, a medieval world that mirrors the modern-day "real world." It takes inspiration from the Persona series with its turn-based combat and social sim elements.
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Metaphor: ReFantazio
- Platform(s)
- PS4 , PS5 , PC , Xbox Series X , Xbox Series S
- Released
- October 11, 2024
- Developer(s)
- Studio Zero
- Publisher(s)
- Atlus
- Genre(s)
- RPG
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Metaphor: ReFantazio Voice Actor Recast After Abuse Allegations
Atlus' widely anticipated new release Metaphor: ReFantazio faces a recasting after abuse allegations for one of its cast members surface.
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Metaphor: ReFantazio Developer Claims That the Game Will Be Harder Than Persona
A lead developer from Atlus claims that the company's upcoming JRPG, Metaphor: ReFantazio, will be more challenging than the Persona games.
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Why Metaphor: ReFantazio Doesn't Have Romance Options
The director of Atlus and Studio Zero's upcoming Metaphor: ReFantazio JRPG comments on why romance options aren't in the upcoming game.
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How Metaphor: ReFantazio's Combat System Compares to Persona
There's clear Persona inspiration on the visual side of Metaphor: ReFantazio, but this upcoming Atlus JRPG's gameplay has a unique twist.
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Metaphor: ReFantazio is a Persona Game for Non-Persona Fans [Hands-on Preview]
Metaphor: ReFantazio is a new IP, but it feels so much like medieval Persona that it's bound to attract fans from all walks of life.
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Expedition 33 Might Be a Serious Competitor to Metaphor: ReFantazio
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 could give Metaphor: ReFantazio a surprise challenge in the formerly barren AAA turn-based fantasy RPG space.
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Game ZXC Recap for 06/03/24 – 06/09/24
The Xbox Games Showcase eclipses Summer Game Fest in the same weekend with stunning reveals and more in this week’s Game ZXC recap.
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Metaphor: ReFantazio's Archetypes Show Their Persona Influence in More Than Gameplay
Summer Game Fest gave a greater look into Metaphor: ReFantazio's Archetype system, showing a few similarities to Persona's own lore.
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Metaphor: ReFantazio - Every Archetype Revealed So Far
The Archetypes of the upcoming Atlus RPG Metaphor: ReFantazio act as the game's job system, and there are set to be over 40 of these roles available.
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June 7 is Going to Be a Big Day for Atlus Fans
Atlus fans can look forward to June 7, as fans will get an official look at an upcoming title from two of the game's leading team members.
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Metaphor: ReFantazio Skips One Feature That Persona 6 Can Swing for the Fences On
Metaphor: ReFantazio is skipping out on a mainstay of the Persona series, leaving room for Persona 6 to make drastic improvements.
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Metaphor: ReFantazio Appears to Be Channeling Persona 5 Strikers
Metaphor: ReFantazio is set to put strong emphasis on a particular part of its structure that may manage to appeal to P5 Strikers fans.
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Game ZXC Recap for 04/22/24 – 04/28/24
Metaphor: ReFantazio reveals its special edition bonuses, Marvel Rivals' closed alpha date is confirmed, and more in this week's Game ZXC recap.
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Metaphor: ReFantazio's High Fantasy Genre Hopefully Won't Dull Persona's Edge
High fantasy is a large departure from Persona’s usual urban fantasy setting, and Metaphor: ReFantazio must take care not to lose steam because of it.
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Everything Included in Metaphor: ReFantazio’s Collector’s Edition Explained
Metaphor: ReFantazio officially launches this fall and has detailed its collector's edition bonuses, complete with both physical and digital treats.
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Metaphor: ReFantazio Is Missing a Popular Persona Game Mechanic
The developers behind Metaphor: ReFantazio explain that the game will feature a social bonding system, but it's lacking one key feature.
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Metaphor: ReFantazio Reveals Release Date and New Gameplay Details
After a new broadcast from the developers, Metaphor: ReFantazio finally reveals to players the release date and other exciting details.
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New Metaphor: ReFantazio Details Leak Online
Some new details about Metaphor: ReFantazio emerge online just ahead of Atlus's next preview event centered on the upcoming RPG.
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Metaphor: ReFantazio Fans Should Keep an Eye on April 22
Fans keeping tabs on Atlus' upcoming Metaphor: ReFantazio should get excited for an important event involving the RPG later in April.
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Sega Leaker Has Good News for Metaphor: ReFantazio Fans
A notable and reliable Sega leaker has some good news for fans regarding the development status of Atlus' upcoming Metaphor: ReFantazio.