The Latest Breaking News from Katsura Hashino

Persona director says ‘network intrusion’ led to recent leaks of next franchise entry

A bummer.

Destructoid · Jun 4

Metaphor ReFantazio director is "delighted to see Japanese-style RPGs being born" around the world as Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 joins the 2024 GOTY in a deep discount Steam bundle

"Expedition 33 is a work that conveys a deep understanding of and sincere dedication to the JRPG genre"

GamesRadar · Feb 12

JRPG maestro behind Persona and Metaphor ReFantazio has been playing Clair Obscur Expedition 33, says "there's a lot of careful love that's gone into it" and it's "very well made"

Game recognizes game

GamesRadar · Jan 13

Metaphor: ReFantazio and Persona 5 director wants to usher in the age of 'JRPG 3.0', which will change 'the genre's structure and presentation at a fundamental level'

Can't wait for the patch notes.

PC Gamer · Nov 24, 2025

Fan theory that links Metaphor: ReFantazio, the modern Persona games, and Catherine together is correct but completely unintentional, says director: "I didn't plan it at all"

The connection between all of Hashino's games are in the heart of the cards

GamesRadar · Nov 17, 2025

Persona and Metaphor: ReFantazio creator says he wants to create "JRPG 3.0," fundamentally changing the genre's "structure and presentation"

JRPGs could see a complete overhaul in the near future

GamesRadar · Nov 17, 2025

Metaphor: ReFantazio did surprisingly well on PC, says director, and that the number of desktop-based JRPG enjoyers is on the rise: 'The trend is evident'

Katsura Hashino was impressed with Metaphor's PC sales.

PC Gamer · Apr 25, 2025

Metaphor: ReFantazio smashed Atlus' expectations on PC - another reminder that PC gamers really want more JRPGs and Japanese games

Hot off Monster Hunter Wilds and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth's massive releases on the platform

GamesRadar · Apr 24, 2025

After 31 years in games, Persona director Katsura Hashino just got a 'Newcomer Award' and $5,000 from the Japanese government

Maybe time works differently in Japan.

PC Gamer · Mar 6, 2025

The Creator Of The World’s Best RPGs Reveals His Secret Formula

In an exclusive interview, Persona and Metaphor director Katsura Hashino talks about his creative process, having mystery in games, and hope for the future.

Inverse · Feb 12, 2025