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 for all console and PC players. Released in October 2024, Metaphor: ReFantazio continues its impressive sales and critical acclaim, solidifying its position as a leading RPG.
Initially announced 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 commercial and critical success, 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 equip screen. A new function enables quick jumps to specific locations within the item screen, streamlining gameplay. The update also includes numerous bug fixes for the PC version, addressing issues related to camera movement, frame rate, and controller inputs. Atlus's dedication to post-launch support is evident in these ongoing refinements.
The game's overwhelmingly positive reception has naturally sparked discussions about a potential sequel. Director Katsura Hashino, while confirming no concrete plans currently exist, expressed his hope to eventually develop a sequel. In an interview with Weekly Famitsu, Hashino revealed his ambition for Metaphor: ReFantazio to evolve into a fully-fledged JRPG series alongside Persona and Shin Megami Tensei.
Although a sequel remains unannounced, anticipation for future news from Atlus is high. With 2025 marking the ninth anniversary of Persona 5, speculation surrounding Persona 6 is intensifying. Given Metaphor: ReFantazio's remarkable success, many believe that announcing a new entry in the flagship Persona series would be a strategic move to maintain the studio's 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 category jump function for specific locations on the main menu and ITEM screen.
- Fixed a bug preventing progress during certain main menu operations.
- Other minor fixes.
Windows and Steam versions
- Adjusted analog stick operation for characters and cursors.
- Fixed slow mouse-controlled camera movement in certain instances.
- Resolved frame rate issues associated with specific operations.
- Fixed bugs preventing progress during command battles and in Magura Hole.
- Addressed controller input issues on Windows 11.
