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Metaphor: ReFantazio (2024)

Metaphor: ReFantazio cover
Developer
ATLUS
Publisher
SEGA
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, RPG
Rating
4.5 of 5, 41,945 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 80 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A strategic, story-driven fantasy RPG with turn-based combat, vibrant visuals, and time-management mechanics.

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What players say

Players are deeply split on Metaphor. Many praise its art, music, and Archetype job system, calling it a worthy new Atlus fantasy. Others find it a watered-down Persona clone with a preachy story, a sluggish opening, and frustrating bosses that demand specific debuff setups.

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