Metaphor: ReFantazio receives Update 1.11, enhancing menu navigation and addressing PC-specific bugs. This follows the game's incredibly successful launch in October 2024, achieving record-breaking sales and critical acclaim.
Initially unveiled in 2016 as "Project Re:Fantasy," Metaphor: ReFantazio's debut marked Atlus's most successful launch ever, selling one million copies globally on its first day. The game, set in the medieval fantasy world of Euchronia and focusing on a boy's quest to become king, has garnered numerous Game of the Year awards and a perfect 100 score on OpenCritic.
Update 1.11 introduces improved menu navigation across all platforms. Players can now adjust battle formations and swap party members from both the main menu and equipment screen. A new "jump to category" function on the item screen streamlines gameplay. The update also includes several bug fixes for the PC version, addressing issues with camera control, frame rate, and controller responsiveness.
Speculation about a sequel is growing, fueled by the game's overwhelming success. While director Katsura Hashino confirms no concrete plans currently exist, he expresses his desire to establish Metaphor: ReFantazio as a major JRPG franchise alongside Persona and Shin Megami Tensei.
With Atlus's success reaching new heights, anticipation for future announcements is high, particularly concerning Persona 6, as 2025 marks the ninth anniversary of Persona 5.
Metaphor: ReFantazio Update 1.11 Patch Notes
All Platforms:
- Enhanced party management: Formation changes and party member swaps are now possible from the main menu and equipment screen.
- Improved item screen navigation: A category jump function allows quicker access to specific items.
- Resolved a menu-related bug that prevented progression.
- Minor bug fixes implemented.
Windows and Steam Versions:
- Analog stick controls refined for characters and cursors.
- Mouse-controlled camera movement optimized for smoother operation.
- Frame rate stabilization implemented to address performance issues.
- Resolved command battle progression-blocking bugs.
- Fixed progression-blocking bugs within Magura Hole.
- Controller input issues on Windows 11 addressed.
