Metaphor: ReFantazio’s review scores are in ahead of its launch on October 11, and it’s one of Atlus' most critically acclaimed launches ever. Critics have specifically praised the game’s “epic fantasy” worldbuilding and “expansive combat,” earningAtlus' newest JRPG the highest possible badge of Mighty onOpenCritic, along with an average review score of 94. This ties the score of Persona 5 Royal, widely seen as being among the best games in the genre.
What Critics Are Saying About Metaphor: ReFantazio
In ourfive-star review at TheGamer, executive editor Meg Pelliccio argues that Metaphor: ReFantazio may even surpass Persona, calling it “a new peak for Atlus.” In her view, Metaphor has “refined” the best elements of Persona and thrown them into “an exciting fantasy setting with incredible lore, well-developed characters, and a fresh new battle system.”
Legendary Japanese magazine Famitsuannounced its review score last week. The magazine awarded Metaphor: ReFantazio a 37/40 using its four-reviewer method, meaning three reviewers gave it a 9/10 and one gave it a perfect score.
VGCgave Metaphor: ReFantazio a perfect 5/5 score, saying it “matches fun, expansive combat with an excellent cast of characters that make the near 100-hour journey an unforgettable one.”
OnMetacritic, Metaphor: ReFantazio holds a Metascore of 94, signifying “universal acclaim.”
GamesRadar+awards Metaphor: ReFantazio with a 4.5/5 score, calling it “a triumphant evolution of Atlus' best,” that offers a “gripping new story supplemented by a loveable cast.”
Fans of director Katsura Hashino will be especially pleased to see him expertly leverage his experience directing Persona 5 to create a new critically acclaimed series for Atlus in Metaphor. Metaphor: ReFantazio is tied for the most critically-acclaimed release of the year, alongside Astro Bot.
Metaphor: ReFantazio
WHERE TO PLAY
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.
