Weekly Famitsu October 24 2024 No. 1869 - Metaphor: ReFantazio Cover

Metaphor: ReFantazio takes center stage in Weekly Famitsu's October 24, 2024 issue, No. 1869. The launch feature introduces Atlus's fantasy world, its characters and distinctive combat systems, then offers practical guidance on progression and challenging enemies. A three-way conversation brings together director Katsura Hashino, character designer Shigenori Soejima and design collaborator Yuji Himukai, whose work includes the game's Archetypes.

Alongside this detailed RPG feature, the issue marks thirty years of the Neo Romance series with an anniversary interview. Reporting from Tokyo Game Show 2024 broadens the focus to the wider gaming scene. The result is a Japanese-language issue combining a substantial guide to a major new adventure with firsthand creative discussion and event coverage.