Metaphor: ReFantazio is one of the games to watch in 2024. After the success of the Persona series, Studio Zero's latest RPG IP received rave reviews, winning awards for Best Narrative, Best Art Direction, and Best RPG at The Game Awards. It secures a nomination for Game of the Year.

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Metaphor, a keen observation of the political system, is suited to the 2024 news cycle like no other.
While the game is receiving a lot of love, fans are already wondering what's next for the Metaphor IP. Considering that the Persona series has received so many installments, will the developers decide to make a sequel or turn it into a long-running series? Studio director Katsura Hashino is currently enjoying the fruits of Studio Zero's labors, and hasn't really thought about what's next.
In an interview with Japanese magazine Famitsu leaked by ryokutya2089 (thanks, VG247), Hashino admitted that while he is not actively working on a sequel to Metaphor: ReFantazio, he does have some ideas about the direction he wants to take it. Consider a case where a studio bases its decision on the success of its game.
We only got a snippet of the interview, so we'll probably know Hashino's full thoughts only after the full interview is published. However, he said that if a sequel were to be developed, he would like to base it on a historical setting. “If we decide that the optimal setting for the future title is the Warring States Period, it may turn into a JRPG with a worldview like the Basara series,” he said with a laugh.
He said, “There are no specific plans to turn Metaphor into a series,” but he also said, “I hope it will become a series someday.”
It is unlikely that Studio Zero will give up on the IP after this, and said, “As we started the project with the goal of creating a third JRPG series along with Shin Megami Tensei and Persona, we would like to develop it as a flagship title.” “I represent our company.”
Meg Pelliccio, in her review of Metaphor: ReFantazio, agreed that the IP needed another installment, saying “Metaphor: ReFantazio is a new high point for Atlus. It takes much of what was great about Persona and improves and innovates on it.” An exciting fantasy environment is enhanced by an incredible story, well-developed characters, and a fresh new combat system.
“Thanks to Metaphor’s undeniable appeal and quality, we’re confident we’ll be seeing a lot more from this series, as Atlus can’t afford to leave this as a one-off deal.”

In Metaphor: ReFantazio, a unique fantasy world created by the creators of Persona 3, 4, and 5, the protagonist sets out on a journey with his fairy companion Gallica to lift the curse of the kingdom's lost prince.
Take control of your destiny, face your fears, and awaken the power of the magical archetypes that lie dormant within your mind. Awakening an archetype unlocks the power to channel and combine the abilities of your unique class class. Strengthen your bonds and form a party to take down powerful enemies and discover the true nature of the kingdom.