Exciting news for fans of Metaphor: ReFantazio! The eagerly awaited manga adaptation has officially launched, and you can dive into the first chapter for free. Here's everything you need to know about the manga and where to enjoy it!
Metaphor: ReFantazio Manga Chapter 1 Out Now!
View Will’s Story Drawn In Manga Form
Metaphor enthusiasts are in for a special treat as the inaugural chapter of the official Metaphor: ReFantazio manga has made its debut on the MANGA Plus website, available for free. Atlus has teamed up with the renowned manga publisher Shueisha to bring this adaptation to life, illustrated by the talented Japanese manga author Yōichi Amano, known for works like Akaboshi: Ibun Suikoden and Stealth Symphony.
While the manga takes inspiration from the video game, it introduces creative liberties that significantly alter the opening timeline. Key changes in the first chapter include the omission of a certain beginning story area and the introduction of new events not seen in the game. The way the protagonist, now canonically named Will, encounters his allies is also restructured. The next installment of the manga is set to release on February 19th, aligning with its Japanese counterpart.
Metaphor: ReFantazio Receives Immense Praise And Awards
Metaphor: ReFantazio marks Atlus' latest intellectual property, developed by Studio Zero under the leadership of Katsura Hashino, the mastermind behind Persona 3, Persona 4, and Persona 5. The story follows the protagonist, Will, and his fairy companion Gallica, as they embark on a quest to save the prince of the United Kingdom of Euchronia from a cursed fate.
The narrative takes a dramatic turn with the king's assassination, plunging the kingdom into chaos without a ruler. In his final act, the king wishes for the people to choose their leader, drawing Will into a grander, more complex struggle than he could have imagined.
The game achieved phenomenal success, selling over one million copies worldwide on its launch day, surpassing Atlus' previous record holder, Persona 3: Reload, released earlier in 2024. Metaphor: ReFantazio has garnered widespread acclaim, earning high scores and prestigious awards, including Best RPG, Best Art Direction, and Best Narrative at the 2024 The Game Awards.
You can experience Metaphor: ReFantazio on PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Xbox Series X|S.
