Set to be a “culmination of our RPGs”.

Its release marks the 35th anniversary of Atlus' first game.

Hashino explained ’s fantasy setting and election twist on familiar Persona gameplay.

Extreme close up of Metaphor blue haired protagonist’s eyes glowing orange

The story focuses on a young protagonist drawn into a magical election when the world’s king dies.

But is the world worth ruling over?

Of course, turn-based combat remains in which players utilise a job system known as Archetypes.

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Further, environments are far more expansive than in other Atlus games.

Players will then explore multiple dungeons, both main story dungeons and side quest dungeons.

Indeed, there will be more dungeons in this game than in any previous Atlus game.

Metaphor: ReFantazio screenshot of anime sequence showing rich autumnal landscape and icy mountains in the distance

What’s particularly apparent is Metaphor’s presentation.

Plus there’s the expected flashy UI.

The grand orchestrations and choirs certainly fit the game’s aesthetic.

As Atlus' most elaborate and expansive game to date, it’s looking pretty special.

For more information, you canwatch the full livestreamand the latest trailer above.

Further details are on the way, plus hands-on demos will be playable at various global events from June.

Metaphor: ReFantazio will release on 11th October across PC and Xbox Series X/S.