Metaphor: ReFantazio Manga Releases First Chapter

Metaphor: ReFantazio Manga Chapter 1 Now Available!

Dive into the world of Metaphor: ReFantazio like never before! The first chapter of the official manga adaptation is now available to read for free on MANGA Plus. Atlus and Shueisha have teamed up to bring you this exciting new chapter, illustrated by the talented Yōichi Amano (known for Akaboshi: Ibun Suikoden and Stealth Symphony).

While faithful to the spirit of the game, the manga takes some creative liberties, altering the opening storyline significantly. Expect to see some familiar locations and characters, but with new twists and turns that weren't in the original game. The first chapter introduces new events and reshapes existing ones, even changing how the protagonist meets his allies. Interestingly, the manga officially confirms the protagonist's name as Will, aligning with the game's default name.

The next chapter is scheduled for release on February 19th, simultaneously with the Japanese release.

Metaphor: ReFantazio: Critical Acclaim and Awards

From Atlus and Studio Zero (headed by Katsura Hashino, the visionary behind the Persona series), comes Metaphor: ReFantazio. Follow protagonist Will and his fairy companion, Gallica, as they journey through the Kingdom of Euchronia to save the prince from a deadly curse. But when the king is assassinated, the kingdom plunges into chaos, leaving the fate of Euchronia in the hands of a leader chosen by the people. Will finds himself thrust into a conflict far larger than he ever imagined.

Metaphor: ReFantazio achieved phenomenal success, selling over one million copies worldwide on its launch day—making it Atlus' fastest-selling title, surpassing even Persona 3: Reload. The game has received widespread critical acclaim, earning numerous awards, including Best RPG, Best Art Direction, and Best Narrative at the 2024 Game Awards.

Play Metaphor: ReFantazio now on PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Xbox Series X|S.