Can you play Metaphor: ReFantazio on PS4, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch?

Metaphor: ReFantazio will arrive soon on modern platforms as the latest and greatest JRPG from developer ATLUS. That said, what about last-gen? Publisher SEGA has been ensuring that games from the Japanese developer, like Soul Hackers 2, Persona 5 Royal, and Persona 3 Reload arrive on as many platforms as possible to expand their reach. However, players might miss out this time around, since the PS4 is the only last-gen platform that will support Metaphor: ReFantazio.

Let's delve into the details about Metaphor: ReFantazio's support on last-gen hardware, shall we?

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Metaphor: ReFantazio is only coming to the last-gen PS4 in addition to current-gen systems

PS4 fans can look forward to playing the game soon (Image via SEGA)

ATLUS' new fantasy adventure is available on current-gen console and PC platforms, so PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S users have nothing to worry about. The only exception to this rule is PS4. So while PlayStation users will not need to upgrade to a modern platform, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch owners will miss out unless they move to a current-gen device.

With the declining popularity of the Xbox One, especially in the Japanese market, the game not launching on it makes sense. However, the title skipping the Switch is surprising since Nintendo's console is perhaps the hottest gaming platform in Japan right now. The game also utilizes the in-house Persona 5 Royal engine so a Switch port should be feasible on paper as that game was ported to the hybrid system.

Well, with the Nintendo Switch 2 on the horizon, publisher SEGA may just have deemed it better to allocate resources to the next-gen platform instead of the current one. While we'll need to wait for a confirmation to find out for real, we have our fingers crossed given the publisher's history of supporting Nintendo platforms.

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What is Metaphor: ReFantazio about?

Get ready for a fresh yet familiar tale of bravery and unity (Image via SEGA)

Metaphor: ReFantazio is set in a fantasy realm where various races mingle together. As a young boy belonging to the discriminated Elda race, the hero must embark on a journey to save the kingdom by lifting the curse upon the young prince and bringing the culprit behind the king's murder to light.

This politically charged tale has the player gather allies and compete in an election to the kingdom's throne. Using the newfound powers of Archetypes in engaging turn-based battles, the protagonist must bring justice to the realm in an adventure that will be familiar to ATLUS JRPG fans.

Check out our full review of the game to know why it is one of the best RPGs of this year.

Metaphor: ReFantazio arrives on PC, PS4, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S on October 11, 2024