"Metaphorical Fantasy: ReFantazio" is a fantasy role-playing game developed by Atlus' Studio Zero, scheduled for release in 2024. The game is created by the team behind "Persona 3", "Persona 4", and "Persona 5", including game director Katsura Hashino.
Set in the fictional "Ukronia United Kingdom", a world inhabited by various races, the game's plot revolves around a grand magical ritual initiated by a deceased king, allowing citizens to vie for the throne through a national vote. The protagonist, belonging to the marginalized "Erdar Tribe" and labeled as heretics by the national religion, embarks on a quest with a fairy companion, "Galica", to lift a death curse from a childhood friend, the prince of Ukronia.
"Metaphorical Fantasy: ReFantazio" features a combat system that blends action with command-based fighting, offering high degrees of freedom and playability. The game's party customization and journey experience build upon the real-life daily mechanics of the "Persona" series.
The character design is by Shigenori Soejima, with music composed by Shoji Meguro. Other key contributors include concept artist Kazuma Koda and the designer of the "Ironclad Tanks", Ikuto Yamashita.
In summary, "Metaphorical Fantasy: ReFantazio" combines a rich narrative setting with innovative gameplay, promising a new gaming experience in 2024