Summary
- Metaphor: ReFantazio Update 1.11 introduces new menu options for easier navigation across all platforms.
- The update also includes bug fixes specifically for the PC version.
- While there are no current plans for a sequel, the game's director, Katsura Hashino, expresses hope for a future installment.
Atlus has rolled out a fresh update for Metaphor: ReFantazio, enhancing the user experience with new menu options and addressing some bugs for all console and PC players. Launched in October 2024, Metaphor: ReFantazio has garnered impressive sales and numerous accolades, cementing its status as one of the standout RPGs in recent times.
Initially announced by Atlus in 2016 as Project Re:Fantasy, Metaphor: ReFantazio achieved a milestone by selling one million copies worldwide on its debut day, marking the most successful launch in the studio's history. The game, which chronicles a young protagonist's journey to ascend to the throne of the medieval fantasy realm of Euchronia, has continued to receive both commercial and critical acclaim. It has won multiple Game of the Year awards and holds a perfect player rating of 100 on OpenCritic. With the release of Version 1.11, Atlus demonstrates its ongoing commitment to enhancing the game across all platforms.
Version 1.11 of Metaphor: ReFantazio introduces several enhancements to the game's menu system, making it more user-friendly. Players on all platforms can now adjust their battle formation and swap party members directly from the main menu and the EQUIP screen. Additionally, a new category jump function has been added to the main menu and ITEM screen, streamlining navigation and reducing time spent on menu operations. For PC users, this update also includes fixes for camera movement, frame rate, and controller inputs, ensuring a smoother gameplay experience. Atlus's dedication to refining Metaphor: ReFantazio through these updates underscores their commitment to delivering the best possible gaming experience.
Given the overwhelmingly positive response to Metaphor: ReFantazio, fans are naturally curious about the possibility of a sequel. In a recent interview with Weekly Famitsu, the game's director, Katsura Hashino, shared that while no concrete plans for a sequel exist at the moment, he hopes to expand the game into a series that can stand alongside Persona and Shin Megami Tensei as a prominent JRPG franchise.
While a sequel to Metaphor: ReFantazio remains on the horizon, fans eagerly await further announcements from Atlus. With 2025 marking the ninth anniversary of Persona 5, speculation about the reveal of Persona 6 is rife. The success of Metaphor: ReFantazio has propelled Atlus to new heights, and many believe that announcing a new entry in their flagship series could maintain this momentum.
Metaphor: ReFantazio Update 1.11 Patch Notes
All Platforms
- Players can now change formations and swap party members on the main menu and EQUIP screen.
- Added a category jump function to navigate to specific locations on the main menu and ITEM screen.
- Fixed a bug that halted progress during certain operations on the main menu.
- Implemented other minor fixes to enhance overall gameplay.
Windows and Steam versions
- Improved analog stick responsiveness for character and cursor movement.
- Addressed an issue where camera movement with the mouse was sluggish in certain scenarios.
- Corrected a problem where the frame rate was locked during specific operations.
- Resolved an issue that prevented progress during certain command battles.
- Fixed a glitch that blocked progress in Magura Hole.
- Corrected an issue where controller input was unresponsive under certain conditions on Windows 11.
