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Metaphor: ReFantazio
RPG
JRPG
Action
Adventure
Systems
PlayStation-1 Xbox-1 PC-1
Top Critic Avg: 93 /100 Critics Rec: 98%
Released
October 11, 2024
ESRB
T For Teen // Blood, Language, Mild Suggestive Themes, Use of Alcohol, Violence
Developer(s)
Studio Zero
Publisher(s)
Atlus

WHERE TO PLAY

SUBSCRIPTION
DIGITAL

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.

Genre(s)
RPG, JRPG, Action, Adventure

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