Metaphor: ReFantazio

Metaphor: ReFantazio is an outstanding game, offering a gripping narrative, memorable characters, and a lively adventure filled with excitement and intense battles. Even its somewhat dated visuals and unconventional game design don't significantly detract from the overall experience. The story maintains a steady pace, avoiding the slow buildup seen in earlier titles like Persona 3, where the plot dragged for months with minimal progression. Fans of the series will undoubtedly find this game appealing. Atlus has always walked a fine line between awkwardness and brilliance, between mediocrity and innovation. With Metaphor: ReFantazio, it feels like they've struck the perfect balance between these extremes. It also serves as the perfect introduction to the Persona-like JRPG genre. While the developers aimed to move away from the Persona formula, they ended up crafting what feels like the most quintessential Persona game yet.