The spiritual successor to Atlus' 'Persona' series isn't subtle, but hits like a sledgehammer just when we need it most

ReFantazio is out today, October 11. The game’s turn-based battle system is similar to those in the studio’s past work like Shin Megami Tensei and Persona, but is built around Archetypes, which are classes that have different proficiencies and roles to take on in combat.

ReFantazio, you have the option to go around again, but keeping some of the power you gained the first time around. Every game does things a little differently though, with different choices over what carries over and what has to be re-unlocked in your new adventure.

Metaphor: ReFantazio is one of October's hottest new games and according to early reviews, is a great JRPG. Atlus' latest title borrows heavily from its Persona series but is set against a fantasy backdrop.

More than just a Persona or Shin Megami Tensei clone, Metaphor: ReFantazio does a lot things differently than its predecessors. Here’s a guide to 17 things we wish we knew sooner about Atlus’s newest RPG.

So, in order to help you get the most out of your time in the Kingdom of Euchronia, we’ve put together a list of tips and tricks to keep in mind as you first strike out in Grand Trad. Here are 13 beginner’s tips you need to know before starting Metaphor: ReFantazio.

If your strategy is debuffing and hindering your opponents, you must learn How To Unlock The Faker Archetype in Metaphor: ReFantazio.

The short answer is yes, potentially, but your playtime will vary significantly depending on how much side content you decide to do in Metaphor: ReFantazio, as well as what diffic