Mortismal Gaming reviewed Metaphor: ReFantazio:

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Mortismal Gaming checked out Metaphor: ReFantazio:

Metaphor: ReFantazio - First Impressions

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RPG Site reports that Metaphor: ReFantazio has already sold 1 Million units across all platforms.

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IGN shows the launch trailer for the upcoming Metaphor: ReFantazio:

Metaphor: ReFantazio - Official Launch Trailer

Couchpotato spotted two reviews for Metaphor: ReFantazio:

GameSpot: Metaphor: ReFantazio Review | One of Atlus' Greatest Games Yet

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PC Gamer reviewed Metaphor: ReFantazio:

Metaphor: ReFantazio review

Atlus Persona-lly reimagines its perfect RPG.

For the past couple of weeks, I've done nothing except live and breathe Metaphor: ReFantazio. At first this was so I could complete it in time for review: According to the game’s director, Metaphor is as long as Persona 5, a game that took some people 170 hours to complete. Unfortunately, Metaphor is not 170 hours long. According to my total play time it’s more like 110 hours if you do every last sidequest, major battle, and optional distraction.

I say unfortunately because I wish I could have stayed in Metaphor’s world for even longer than that.

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The Verdict:
A beautiful, 100-hour-long journey from beginning to end, Metaphor: ReFantazio takes the best elements of Persona 5 and somehow improves on them.

Score: 95/100

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TLDP reviewed Metaphor: ReFantazio:

Metaphor: ReFantazio is the Perfect Turn-Based RPG for the Modern Era

Metaphor: ReFantazio undoubtedly feels like a Persona game. The distinct combat menus, the social-simulation features, and the impressive focus on the story, spanning almost a hundred hours without witnessing everything, are all familiar to any Persona fans out there. Despite the DNA of the series living within Metaphor: ReFantazio, the game feels remarkably distinct, and the only word to describe it is ‘masterpiece’.

Just over a year after Final Fantasy 16 defied the series’ formula by focusing on an action-heavy experience, Metaphor: ReFantazio’s developers, with a history of directing and creating the long-running Persona series, are doubling down on the core mechanics that make a tantalizing turn-based RPG feel spectacular. It still touches on particular themes, without shame and putting politics at the heart of the experience, but Metaphor’s focus on fantasy almost feels like a true successor to the Final Fantasy franchise.

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Conclusion
Metaphor: ReFantazio is a masterpiece, delivering an exceptional cast of characters in a tantalizing narrative. With engaging combat and incredible visuals, Metaphor is a must-play for fans or newcomers to the genre. The only bad thing? I can't play it for the first time again.

Sore: 10/10

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GameSpot gives an overview of Metaphor: ReFantazio:

Metaphor: ReFantazio Everything To Know

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Mortismal Gaming checked out the demo of Metaphor: ReFantazio:

Check Out | Metaphor: ReFantazio

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IGN posted some gameplay of Metaphor: ReFantazio:

Metaphor: ReFantazio - Prologue Demo | 22 Minutes of Gameplay 4K 60FPS

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IGN presents a new trailer for Metaphor: ReFantazio:

Metaphor: ReFantazio - Official United Kingdom of Euchronia Trailer

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RPGamer checked out Metaphor: ReFantazio:

Metaphor: ReFantazio Trailer Looks to Travel Beyond Fantasy

Atlus released a new trailer for the upcoming Metaphor: ReFantazio. The two-minute “Travel Beyond Fantasy” trailer shows various sights, locations, and encounters players will experience as they journey around the United Kingdom of Euchronia. The trailer was released alongside the game’s appearance during the Xbox @ Gamescom livestream, where voice actors Stewart Clarke (Strohl) and Kristin Atherton (Hulkenberg) participated in an interview. Atlus also announced that the game’s latest showcase video will be released on August 29, 2024, at 8am Eastern.

Metaphor: ReFantazio is created by the team behind Persona series and will release worldwide on October 11, 2024, for PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. It is set in the United Kingdom of Euchronia, which is made up of three constituent countries populated by eight different tribes. The game’s protagonist — accompanied by the fairy Gallica — is in the capital for the king’s funeral following his assassination, on a mission to save the crown prince from his current curse. However, in order to fill the power vacuum, a special spell is cast that announces a tournament for the throne, where the person who has earned the most faith of the citizens as of the October Day of the Hero will be granted the throne.

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Couchpotato spotted a new Metaphor: ReFantazio showcase:

Metaphor: ReFantazio "ATLUS Exclusive" Showcase - Story

The Anime RPG Metaphor: ReFantazio will be released on October 11:

Metaphor: ReFantazio - "ATLUS Exclusive" Showcase

From the creative minds behind Persona 3, 4, and 5 comes Metaphor: ReFantazio, a unique fantasy world, where your protagonist will journey alongside his fairy companion, Gallica, to lift the curse from the kingdom's lost prince. Control your destiny, face your fears and awaken magical "Archetype" powers that lie dormant in your heart. By awakening to an "Archetype," you will unlock the power to channel and combine the abilities of unique job classes. Strengthen your bonds and build your party to take down powerful foes and discover the kingdom's true nature.

Key Features:
-Go on quests, dungeon dive, & hunt for treasures by day. Strengthen relationships, build bonds, & increase virtues by night. Choose your actions wisely, time management is key to achieving your goal.

-Ride your "gauntlet runner" to faraway dungeons & towns across an expansive world. Discover beautiful landscapes  accompanied by captivating music, immersive UI, & anime cutscenes.

-A unique battle system combining turn based & real time action grants strategy & exhilaration at every turn. Party customization through "Archetypes" provides freedom to personalize your adventure.

-A mysterious & exciting story unfolds in a world where people must fight their own anxiety. Join the high-stakes Royal Tournament that promises hours of captivating exploration and discovery.