Metaphor: ReFantazio Releases ‘Explained with Drawings’ Trailer

SEGA has released a new trailer for Metaphor: ReFantazio, titled “Explained with Drawings,” which details the game’s story entirely through art. The drawings in question are by Riyo, a mangaka that has frequently worked on the TYPE-MOON series. 

The trailer covers all of the core characters of Metaphor: ReFantazio, such as Gallica, Louis, Hulkenburg, Heismay, and more. It also highlights the game’s premise as players will need to explore the world and meet characters from numerous tribes in order to progress in the tournament. Check out the Metaphor: ReFantazio “Explained with Drawings” trailer below:

Metaphor: ReFantazio is currently available across Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and Microsoft Store. A Steelbook Edition for the Nintendo Switch 2 version is also available at retail for $49.99 for a limited time. The digital Guidebook Edition is also available $49.99 alongside the digital ATLUS 35th Anniversary Edition for $69.99.

On Nintendo’s platform, Metaphor: ReFantazio features Performance, Balanced, and Graphics modes. Performance lowers the rendering resolution for a more stable frame rate, Balanced offers a balance between visual quality and frame rate, and Graphics prioritizes visual fidelity with potential frame drops. SEGA has also optimized handheld and docked gameplay to deliver a stable 30 FPS or higher.

The Metaphor: ReFantazio “Prologue” demo is available now in the Nintendo eShop worldwide. Save data from the demo carries over to the full game. In terms of content, the demo contains the first four dungeons, the ability to unlock seven of the 40+ Archetypes, and six followers, including party members. The demo features a Balanced graphics pre-set by default without the ability to change to Performance or Graphics modes.

Final Weapon reviewed Metaphor: ReFantazio for Nintendo Switch 2 and gave a 4.5/5 score, noting that the game features an “award-winning story, turn-based gameplay, and dozens of hours of content, all of which is preserved and enjoyable in this portable version.”

SuperGroupies will release new merchandise for Metaphor: ReFantazio, including a custom pocket watch and AirPods Pro 2 case. Pre-orders are now open through December 6.