Summary
- Metaphor: ReFantazio is rumored to be coming to the Nintendo Switch 2 during its launch window.
- Multiple leaks suggest that Metaphor: ReFantazio will be available on the new console.
- Persona 3 Reload is also rumored to be in development for the Switch 2.
A new rumor has surfaced suggesting that 2024's critically acclaimed game, Metaphor: ReFantazio, could be making its way to the Nintendo Switch 2 during the console's launch window. Although Nintendo has yet to officially announce the Nintendo Switch 2, leaks about the next-generation system continue to circulate widely.
The Switch 2 is rumored to be an enhanced version of the original Switch, featuring improved hardware and quality of life upgrades. Recent leaks indicate that the Switch 2 could be revealed soon, with a potential launch expected in May or June of this year. While these rumors remain unconfirmed, the buzz around the new console is undeniable.
One of the latest leaks comes from well-known leaker PH Brazil, who suggests that while Metaphor: ReFantazio may not be a launch title for the Switch 2, it is expected to release within the system's "launch window." Historically, Nintendo's "launch window" spans from the console's release date to the end of the year.
Metaphor: ReFantazio Rumored for Switch 2
For those unfamiliar, Metaphor: ReFantazio has garnered significant acclaim, being one of the highest-rated new releases of 2024. The game received multiple nominations at The Game Awards 2024, including Game of the Year, and won awards for Best Narrative and Best Art Direction. Given the strong partnership between Nintendo and Metaphor's publisher, Sega, it's a logical step to bring the game to the Switch 2.
This isn't the first time Metaphor: ReFantazio has been linked to the Switch 2. A previous leak last year also mentioned that not only Metaphor: ReFantazio but also Persona 3 Reload are in development for the console. This news is exciting, as it indicates robust third-party support for Nintendo's upcoming console.
Beyond Metaphor: ReFantazio, other games are rumored to be in the works for the Switch 2 launch window. Ubisoft is reportedly developing over half a dozen titles for the console, while companies like Konami and Microsoft are also said to be preparing releases. There are also rumors of a new Mario Kart game as a launch title and a new 3D Super Mario game within the launch window, though these claims await confirmation.
