Summary
Metaphor: ReFantazio Update 1.11 streamlines navigation across all platforms with new menu options and addresses several PC-specific bugs. While a sequel isn't currently planned, the director expresses hope for future development.
Atlus has released a new patch for Metaphor: ReFantazio, enhancing menu navigation and fixing bugs on all platforms. Released in October 2024, this critically acclaimed RPG continues to enjoy immense popularity, cementing its place as a leading title in the genre.
Initially unveiled in 2016 as Project Re:Fantasy, Metaphor: ReFantazio achieved a record-breaking one million global sales on its launch day, becoming Atlus's most successful debut. The game, following a young boy's quest to become King of Euchronia, has garnered widespread critical acclaim, winning numerous Game of the Year awards and boasting a perfect 100 score on OpenCritic. This latest update demonstrates Atlus's ongoing commitment to enhancing the player experience.
Version 1.11 introduces improved menu navigation, allowing players to adjust battle formations and swap party members from both the main menu and the equip screen. A new jump function on the item screen facilitates quicker access to specific locations. PC players benefit from numerous bug fixes addressing issues with camera movement, frame rate, and controller input. Atlus's dedication to post-launch support is evident in these consistent updates.
The game's overwhelmingly positive reception has naturally sparked discussions about a potential sequel. Director Katsura Hashino, while confirming no concrete plans, expressed his ambition to establish Metaphor: ReFantazio as a standalone JRPG series alongside Persona and Shin Megami Tensei.
Although a sequel remains unannounced, anticipation remains high among fans. With 2025 marking the ninth anniversary of Persona 5, speculation around Persona 6 is intensifying. Metaphor: ReFantazio's success has elevated Atlus to new heights, leading many to believe that a new entry in the Persona series would be a strategic move to maintain this momentum.
Metaphor: ReFantazio Update 1.11 Patch Notes
All Platforms
- Formation and party member swapping now available from the main menu and EQUIP screen.
- Added a category jump function for quick access to specific locations on the main menu and ITEM screen.
- Fixed a bug preventing progress during certain main menu operations.
- Other minor bug fixes.
Windows and Steam Versions
- Adjusted analog stick operation for characters and cursors.
- Resolved an issue causing slow camera movement with mouse input in some instances.
- Fixed a frame rate issue triggered by specific operations.
- Addressed bugs preventing progress during command battles and in Magura Hole.
- Fixed an issue with controller input on Windows 11 under specific conditions.
