During the Metaphor: ReFantazio ATLUS Exclusive 2 Showcase livestream, director Katsura Hashino confirmed that the Studio Zero-developed RPG will feature the press turn system from the Shin Megami Tensei series. Most notably, it is an evolution of the system that was introduced with Shin Megami Tensei III: Nocturne.
Once more, Metaphor: ReFantazio players must strike enemy weaknesses to gain additional turns in command battles, similarly to the press turn system in Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance. This may be achieved by equipping one out of 40 Archetypes, analyzing foes, and striking weaknesses to gain additional turn. The Archetypes include the Masked Dancer, the Summoner, and the Berserker. However, the same is true for enemies, as they’re capable of exploiting the party’s weaknesses as well.
Catch up on the the Metaphor: ReFantazio ATLUS Exclusive 2 Showcase livestream below:
A new Metaphor: ReFantazio demo will be available at ATLUS Fes in Akihabara from June 8 to 9. A digital demo was teased as well. However, ATLUS has yet to announce the release of the demo for PlayStation Store, Microsoft Store, and Steam.
During Anime Expo 2024, ATLUS Presents: The World of Metaphor: ReFantazio will be held on July 5, 2024 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:20 a.m. PT at the Petree Hall. Hashino and Soejima will reveal exclusive characters and unseen footage. The panel will also explore game development, character designing, and world-building magic.
Lastly, Metaphor: ReFantazio will launch on October 11 for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and Windows (Microsoft Store). Pre-orders for Metaphor: ReFantazio are available now, and fans may check availability at the game’s official website.
