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10 Japanese games the world is playing right now (2024–2026)
Metaphor: ReFantazio
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Released on October 11, 2024, this is a new fantasy RPG from the Atlus team behind the Persona series.
ReleaseOct 11, 2024 (Fri)
PlatformsPlayStation 5 / PlayStation 4 / Xbox Series X|S / PC (Steam)
PublisherAtlus
GenreRPG
What is it?
In a kingdom whose king has died, you set out on a journey through an election to choose the next ruler. You tour towns with companions, plan your days, and fight with careful strategy.
Why it matters
Atlus grew a large overseas fan base through Persona, so its brand-new game was anticipated abroad well before release.
The numbers abroad
Atlus reports 1 million units on launch day, and it passed 2 million worldwide on July 16, 2025. A Nintendo Switch 2 version is scheduled for November 2026.