Atlus Breaks Tradition with Original Fantasy in 'Metaphor: ReFantazio'

Director Katsura Hashino emphasizes creative originality over traditional fantasy influences in the new JRPG.

Metaphor: ReFantazio marks a departure from Atlus' usual settings, opting for a unique fantasy world instead of traditional influences like The Lord of the Rings.
Katsura Hashino and his team decided to discard conventional fantasy elements to maintain the originality that defines Atlus' games.
The game is an expansive 80+ hour JRPG, designed to keep players engaged with numerous story twists and turns.
Metaphor: ReFantazio incorporates elements reminiscent of the Persona series, such as a calendar system, while maintaining its distinct identity.
Hashino finds inspiration in games that reflect the creators' personal touch, steering clear of overly polished, corporate-designed games.