ReFantazio Hits 1 Million Sales in Just 24 Hours

Atlus’ new role-playing game, Metaphor: ReFantazio, has achieved remarkable success by selling over one million copies within just one day of its release on October 11, 2024. This feat makes it the fastest-selling Atlus game, surpassing the previous record held by Persona 3 Reload. With a peak of nearly 43,000 concurrent players on Steam, Metaphor: ReFantazio shows immense popularity across platforms including PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. Critics have lauded the game, giving it high scores on Metacritic, especially the PS5 version with a score of 93. The game invites players to navigate a detailed medieval fantasy world, embracing both engaging combat and social simulation elements.

Metaphor: ReFantazio is a role-playing game where you step into the shoes of an orphaned boy on a quest for the throne in the medieval fantasy realm of Euchronia, which reflects elements of the real world. The game intertwines challenging turn-based battles with rich storytelling and political drama, typical of Atlus’ celebrated game design.

Metaphor: ReFantazio is inspired by the successes of the Persona series, known for its unique blend of RPG mechanics and social simulation. The game aims to refine these concepts while delivering a compelling narrative and immersive gameplay, akin to the beloved Persona titles, making it a highly anticipated addition to Atlus' lineup.