Metaphor: ReFantazio manga launched in English on January 21, letting fans enjoy to the story without playing the game. The RPG developed by Studio Zero and published by Sega was released on October 11, 2024, for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X/S. It is directed by Katsura Hashino, who is well-known for his work on the Persona series.
The manga adaptation of Metaphor: ReFantazio began serialization in Shueisha’s V Jump magazine on January 21, 2025. It is drawn by Yoichi Amano, and the manga is available in English through Shueisha’s Manga Plus website.
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The game is set in the medieval fantasy kingdom of Euchronia. The story begins with the assassination of King Hythlodaeus V, leading to political turmoil and a quest to find his successor. Players follow Will, an orphan from the magic-wielding Elda tribe, on a journey to lift a curse placed on his childhood friend, the prince of Euchronia.
Upon release, the game received acclaim for its narrative, world-building, and gameplay mechanics, achieving one million copies sold on launch day. It was also nominated for Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2024, where it won the awards for Best Narrative, Best Art Direction and Best Role Playing Game.
The Metaphor: ReFantazio manga presents a more comedic take on the story. Will is shown as more expressive and less formal than in the game. Some plot points, such as the king’s funeral, also occur earlier in the manga, which streamlines the story.
Source: MANGA Plus on X
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