Metaphor: ReFantazio Director Teases Potential Sequel Setting

In the bustling world of JRPGs, Metaphor: ReFantazio happened to be that one title in 2024 that really caught player’s attention with its rich storytelling and immersive gameplay. As the game continued to gain popularity, director Katsura Hashino has already set eyes on the future, having revealed some intriguing insights on a possible sequel. The buzz surrounding this beloved title is about to get very interesting!

A Glimpse into the Future

Recently, Hashino spoke with Weekly Famitsu Magazine, speaking about a hypothetical sequel and revealing his aspiration to focus on the Sengoku period in Japan. Such an era of high political intrigue and wars may bring about an interesting contrast between Euchronia in the Metaphor: ReFantazio and the medieval fantasy.

Hashino playfully teased that this could potentially create a scenario akin to the Capcom Sengoku Basara series, but it was he who stressed out the difference in the approach of storytelling and art, which Atlus would potentially bring to the table. Visualize the vibrant environments and deep storytelling capable of happening in a Sengoku-inspired world-enough to make any fan of JRPGs wet with excitement!

The Vision for a New Series

Hashino wanted Metaphor: ReFantazio to be above sequels; he planned it to be a different flagship series for Atlus, next to the franchises of Shin Megami Tensei and Persona. He confirmed that currently no concrete plans exist to convert the Metaphor world into a full-fledged series, but he held onto hope that it should become one in the distant future.

The game’s impressive debut, selling a million copies worldwide on launch day, has put a high bar on its success, and the accolades at The Game Awards 2024 underline its impact. Awards for Best Narrative, Best RPG, and Best Art Direction, along with a nomination for Game of the Year, make it an important entry in the genre.

Why Fans Should Be Excited

With such a great team in place at Atlus and the creative vision of Hashino, a sequel would most certainly have a lot going for it. Historical aspects of the Sengoku period are combined with such intricate world-building and characterization that fans would adore in Metaphor: ReFantazio.

It would be really exciting to see how Hashino’s team would put history together with fantasy in a game that will tell rich stories and has a good, engaging gameplay to appeal both to the new players and to the longtime JRPG enthusiasts.

Conclusion: Future is bright.

As we await further updates from Atlus regarding Metaphor: ReFantazio’s future, one thing is clear: the possibilities are endless. With Hashino’s hints at a Sengoku setting and aspirations for a flagship series, the excitement for what’s to come is undeniable.

What do you think of a sequel set in the Sengoku period? Would you like to see this historical twist in the Metaphor universe? Let me know your thoughts in the comments below!

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