Metaphor: ReFantazio Reviews
Refantazio can be considered as one of the best JRPG games of recent years, which shows why Atlus is one of the best studios in this genre and the gaming industry in general.
Review in Persian | Read full review
A huge JRPG that takes Atlus to a new level. A wonderful story, exciting battles, and the same brilliant visual style - almost everything here is done perfectly.
Review in Russian | Read full review
With beautiful, vivid visuals and deep gameplay, Metaphor: Refantazio raises some fundamental philosophical questions and tries to answer them as best it can. It is a big leap forward for Atlus, which gathered all the positives and polished all the negatives from its previous games. If you are a fan of JRPGs or Anime, you should definitely try it.
Review in Persian | Read full review
Metaphor: ReFantazio is fantasy Persona. Familiar mechanics, familiar concepts and familiar design all come together to make something that doesn't escape from the shadow of its predecessor. Almost all of those things are executed extremely well and add creative twists and new ideas to the formula. Even the simple setting change does a lot to keep it feeling fresher. It's a genuinely fun experience, even if it isn't the most distinct one. It isn't Persona 6, but it's a darn good replacement. Every RPG fan should play Metaphor: ReFantazio.
Metaphor: ReFantazio is the team behind the best of the Persona series at the very top of their game. We were a little concerned we were in for a quick reskin of Joker's past glories, if we're being fully honest (we'd probably still have gobbled that up, let's face it), but what we've actually ended up with is a monumental JRPG. This is a coming together of everything that's been learned, honed and perfected over the years, presented through a phenomenal core narrative that's full of emotion and hope, amazing characters, some of the most warped enemy designs we've ever seen, and enough slick combat and style to do us until they make the next one. They better be making the next one already.
Metaphor ReFantazio refined the formula Atlus founded with the Persona games and created one of the best RPG games in history by doing so. It indeed won the race for king of the turn-based RPGs
Review in Arabic | Read full review
Metaphor: ReFantazio is Atlus' new bet to bring us a high quality JRPG. Their experience with the Persona saga is poured into this fantasy world that captures you with its great story. Its political and philosophical load, excellent art direction and simple but deep gameplay mechanics make it one of the best exponents of the genre of the last decade.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Metaphor: ReFantazio is gorgeous, looking every bit as great as Persona 5, with the same ultra-slick presentational and a cracking good score. And, just like Persona 5 you’re also looking at a truly lengthy experience – anyone who finishes it with their play clock in two digits has played through it quickly.
Metaphor: ReFantazio is a deep, stylish, and rewarding adventure, but it’s not for the faint of heart.
Metaphor: ReFantazio is an excellent JRPG with exceptional storytelling, combat, and atmosphere, enhanced by one of the most exquisite graphical styles and soundtracks ever seen. Excellent in every little detail, it is further proof that, when it is at its best, Atlus is incomparable.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
A new world built on familiar foundations. Metaphor: ReFantazio does not revolutionize the genre, but encourages more players to the systems and mechanics offered by the developers of Persona.
Review in Polish | Read full review
Metaphor: ReFantazio is a more mature take on RPGs that delivers something quite different while maintaining enjoyable and somewhat familiar gameplay. Plus, mastering archetypes, exploring dungeons, and fighting for the crown is handled with perfect pacing.
Metaphor: ReFantazio takes a very important step for Atlus, showing that it is possible to do something much more than Persona and Shin Megami Tensei. The entire Studio Zero development team stepping out of their comfort zone and delivering an experience on this level is genuinely incredible.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Metaphor: ReFantazio is a must-play for fans of the genre, offering over 70 hours of engaging gameplay. It's an excellent introduction for newcomers, with a compelling, Westernized narrative and an exciting combat system. Whether you're a seasoned player or a newcomer, this game is highly recommended and won't disappoint.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Metaphor: ReFantazio is a refinement of the Persona formula with the simplicity and virtue of other Atlus titles. By simplifying the social aspect, without neglecting its importance in characterizing this environment, it allows the player to immerse themselves in this world in a more intuitive way. The combination of gameplay elements from Persona, with the Narrative of Shin Megami Tensei, along with an extraordinary soundtrack makes the player stay hooked on this adventure for hours on end. With Metaphor: ReFantazio, Atlus managed to create a brilliant new IP capable of standing out within the genre, not only for old but also new fans. The future is bright and smells like Fantasy!
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Metaphor: ReFantazio is definitely going to be in the game of the year conversation. Time management nuisance aside, the game has it all; great environments/locale, enjoyable cast of characters, addictive combat system thanks to its combination of real-time and turn based; not to mention the Archetypes mechanics. Gamers looking for something diverse that will keep them busy for the foreseeable future absolutely need to get their hands on Atlus’ latest opus.
Despite its outdated and confounding design choices, there's something deeply engaging about Metaphor: ReFantazio. The story pulls you in and the combat is excellent, making for an experience that's highly enjoyable - though at times incredibly frustrating.
Review in Unknown | Read full review
A wonderful game from Atlus, Metaphor: ReFantazio is the perfect start for a new series of high quality JRPG's.
If you're not a fan of Persona, I strongly doubt this title is for you, as it shares the same strengths and weaknesses as the series. But for those who appreciate it, it’s practically a must-have that will not fail to surprise and entertain the player.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Metaphor: ReFantazio is to the Persona series what Elden Ring was to Dark Souls or Pokémon Legends: Arceus was to the classic installments. The skeleton of the gameplay remains virtually the same, with minor changes and setting in a different world and universe. Despite a few flaws and numerous imperfections, I had a great time with this game. It's a title that I can recommend not only to Persona fans. Nevertheless, I can't help feeling that this production was created mainly to satisfy the hunger of the developer's biggest fans in anticipation of the upcoming release of Persona 6.
Review in Polish | Read full review