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Metaphor: ReFantazio

The creative team behind Persona 3, 4, and 5 present Metaphor: ReFantazio, a new fantasy action-adventure RPG game. The game's development team includes the original director, character designer, and composer of the Persona franchise and is as a full fantasy-setting game with modern elements.

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Metaphor: ReFantazio
RPG
JRPG
Action
Adventure
Systems
PC-1
9/10
10.0/10
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
Engine
GFD
Number of Players
1
Steam Deck Compatibility
Playable

ESRB
T For Teen // Blood, Language, Mild Suggestive Themes, Use of Alcohol, Violence
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