Revolutionary is an interesting word when it comes to video games — what does it mean exactly? Is a game revolutionary if it creates something new that inspires others to follow, or can it earn that title by being the best version of what already exists? Metaphor: ReFantazio would argue it’s to perfect what came before, as an RPG that masterfully builds on decades of expertise — while telling one of the most impactful stories the genre has ever seen. Metaphor is a game all about the nature of storytelling and how art can inspire meaningful social change. It’s one of the few RPGs that feels necessary to this moment in time, and now it’s easier to play than ever, as it’s joined the lineup on Xbox Game Pass.
Metaphor comes from the same team behind the Persona franchise, including the renowned creator Katsura Hashino — director of Persona 3-5. It’s easy to see the DNA of Persona in every facet of Metaphor, from the calendar system to the stylish turn-based combat. But Metaphor has a way of deliberately building on the Persona formula to create something entirely distinct and unforgettable.
