Katsura Hashino, director of titles such as Shin Megami Tensei III and the last three numbered games in the franchise Personahas revealed new information about Metaphor: ReFantazio. On this occasion, Hashino details what the protagonist’s journey will be like. Metaphor: ReFantazio and what we’ll be able to do—besides fighting—in the world of Atlus’ new fantasy RPG.
A journey through the kingdom of Euchronia
The story of Metaphor: ReFantazio takes place in the United Kingdom of Euchronia, where the protagonist, accompanied by his faithful fairy companion Galica, embarks on a mission to rescue the prince from a curse. During this journey, the protagonist awakens an Archetype, which grants him special powers to confront the person responsible for the curse and the murder of the king.
The death of the monarch triggers the Royal Tournament, a competition where the people’s faith will decide the next king. In the midst of the chaos, the protagonist decides to participate in the tournament to get closer to Louis, the culprit of the recent events. Thus begins a journey through the kingdom aboard the Gauntlet Runner, a mechanical carriage that will be key in our electoral adventure through the world of Metaphor: ReFantazio.
Exploration, decisions and combats
The game offers the player freedom to explore towns and dungeons. In addition, in Metaphor: ReFantazio —just like in Persona— you can interact with characters. Additionally, very much in the style of New Megami Tensei, the player in Metaphor: ReFantazio You will be able to make decisions that will influence the development of the story. Activities, such as passing tests of courage or performing everyday tasks, will strengthen the protagonist’s virtues, opening up new possibilities and secondary missions.
The combat of Metaphor: ReFantazio is a mix of real-time action and turn-based strategy, based on the use of Archetypes, special abilities that the protagonist acquires by deepening his bonds with his companions. Each Archetype offers a unique fighting style, allowing the player to adapt his strategy to each situation.
A world full of possibilitiesbut with limited time
Metaphor: ReFantazio is not limited to exploration and combat. The Gauntlet Runner becomes a mobile home where the protagonist can interact with his allies, cook, perform maintenance tasks and even discover hidden objects.
Route planning, time management, and strategic decision making will be key to progressing through the story. As we move forward in our election race, strategic route planning becomes essential.
As night falls, the Gauntlet Runner becomes a haven where we can enjoy moments of camaraderie with our allies, relax in a restorative bath, or even discover lost objects.
Since the first trailer was released Project Re Fantasycode name of this project that we now know as Metaphor: ReFantazioAtlus RPG fans were eager to know the release date. Fortunately, the Japanese developer confirmed that the worldwide release date of Metaphor: ReFantazio It will be on Friday, October 11, 2024 to PS4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|X y PC vía Steam.
Fuente: Atlus official YouTube account
