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Metaphor ReFantazio director is "delighted to see Japanese-style RPGs being born" around the world as Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 joins the 2024 GOTY in a deep discount Steam bundle

"Expedition 33 is a work that conveys a deep understanding of and sincere dedication to the JRPG genre"

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Metaphor: ReFantazio helped JRPG veterans behind Persona "go back to our basics," and the experience "will really help us for future titles and projects we have coming up"

"It really was the first time in a while that our team built from the ground up"

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Metaphor: ReFantazio devs don't want to "quickly put out" a sequel in response to the JRPG's success: "We want to really give it some thought"

Katsura Hashino doesn't want to rush to make Metaphor 2

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Metaphor: ReFantazio's distinct musical blend of traditional JRPG vibes and contemporary flow continues to live in my head rent-free nearly a year later

It's some of Shoji Meguro's finest work.

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Xbox Game Pass Just Quietly Added One Of The Most Perfect Turn-Based RPGs Ever Made

'Metaphor: ReFantazio' is one of the most revolutionary RPGs of the decade, and it's finally joined the ranks of Xbox Game Pass.

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After nailing his first JRPG, Metaphor: ReFantazio lead UI designer has one piece of advice for his old self: "Your PC is going to break in 2021. Do something about it!"

"I always felt a sense of longing for the gaming industry"

GamesRadar

Love Metaphor: ReFantazio? HYTE has a new PC case and accessories for you.

Metaphor: ReFantazio was a 2024 smash hit, and HYTE is acknowledging its popularity (and awesome artwork) with some new themed hardware and accessories.

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'Metaphor: ReFantazio’s' Composer Reveals How the Game’s Iconic Battle Theme Came to Be

In an exclusive interview, Metaphor: ReFantazio composer, Shoji Meguro, breaks down the fantasy game's epic soundtrack, including the iconic battle theme.

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Metaphor: ReFantazio smashed Atlus' expectations on PC - another reminder that PC gamers really want more JRPGs and Japanese games

Hot off Monster Hunter Wilds and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth's massive releases on the platform

GamesRadar

The Creator Of The World’s Best RPGs Reveals His Secret Formula

In an exclusive interview, Persona and Metaphor director Katsura Hashino talks about his creative process, having mystery in games, and hope for the future.

Inverse

This Mind-Bending Political Thriller Is 2024's Most Important Video Game

With 2024 ending, Metaphor: ReFantazio remains a once-in-a-generation game that pushes the entire medium forward with its ambitious theming and storytelling.

Inverse

Best RPG 2024: Metaphor: ReFantazio

Atlus graduates from high school and brings us its best JRPG yet.

PC Gamer

I saved myself and you $70 by simply modding Skyrim to be indistinguishable from Metaphor: ReFantazio, the year's best RPG

You can't even tell the difference.

PC Gamer

If there's one thing I implore you to do in Metaphor: ReFantazio, it's to play the game in English

A game I already liked became one I loved thanks to its English cast.

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Metaphor: ReFantazio's success is further proof that politics are good in videogames, actually—no matter what reactionaries tell you

Metaphor: ReFantazi-go to the polls.

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Undefeated JPRG grifter Yoko Taro congratulates Metaphor: ReFantazio developer, immediately asks fans to buy Nier Automata too

Yoko Taro has been very forthright in suggesting Metaphor fans' next game

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In a post-Baldur's Gate 3 world, was Metaphor: ReFantazio right to ditch romance?

Opinion | The GamesRadar+ team discuss how romance is only one way to build a strong relationship with your party members in an RPG

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New Metaphor: ReFantazio patch aims to resolve game-breaking progression bugs in the JRPG, with a PC release coming "at a later date"

Patch 1.03 is available now on PlayStation and Xbox

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Lord of the Rings initially inspired Metaphor: ReFantazio, before Atlus "threw out" all its fantasy research to preserve "the originality that defines us"

Katsura Hashino decided that Atlus' own ideas are what makes its games special

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All Metaphor ReFantazio Archetypes requirements, resistances, weaknesses, bonuses and skills

All Metaphor ReFantazio Archetypes requirements, weaknesses, resistances, bonuses and skills

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Metaphor: ReFantazio is the new fastest-selling game in Atlus' history, selling a million copies in its first day

Is this real life? Is this just fantasy?

GamesRadar

New JRPG giant Metaphor: ReFantazio beats all Persona games to become Atlus' fastest-selling title and biggest Steam launch

It's a fantastic start for Atlus' new fantasy JRPG

Inverse

'Metaphor ReFantazio' Game Length: How Long to Beat, Side Content, and How to Max Virtues

Metaphor: ReFantazio isn't quite as long as Persona 5, but it's still an RPG you'll need to clear some calendar space to beat. Here's how many hours it takes.

PC Gamer

Metaphor: ReFantazio's ReViews are in, and the Persona follow-up looks like 2024's unanimous RPG hit

Heartwarming to see it overcome the handicap that is its name.

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Metaphor: ReFantazio review

Atlus Persona-lly reimagines its perfect RPG.

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