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Time of India
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Things You Need to Know Before Playing Metaphor: ReFantazio in Xbox Game Pass 2025
Metaphor ReFantazio is one of the most anticipated RPGs of 2025, coming soon on Xbox Game Pass, right at launch. Atlus, the popular studio behind the Persona series, developed the game. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now This game takes players into a rich fantasy world filled with political intrigue and strategic battles. As one of the most anticipated games of the year, it offers a new experience to both new and long-term RPG fans. This article highlights the important things to keep in mind before playing Metaphor ReFantazio on Xbox Game Pass. What you should know before playing Metaphor ReFantazio on Xbox Game Pass AVOID WASTING TIME! Know 22 Essential Tips Before Starting Metaphor Refantazio - Beginner Guide Metaphor ReFantazio introduced some fresh ideas that may feel new, especially if you are playing the game through Xbox Game Pass. Here are some essential tips for you to help get started smoothly. 1. The archetype system is central to gameplay. Rather than being locked to a single role, Metaphor ReFantazio lets you switch between 'Archetypes,' each of which has specific abilities and roles in a fight. Players can flexibly unlock and switch between multiple archetypes, and you can adapt your strategy depending on the situation. Experimenting with different archetype combinations is the reward for overcoming strategic challenges. 2. Prepare for strategic combat. Battles are turn-based but include real-time elements like positioning and timing special movements. Maintaining a good synergy with your team and planning moves carefully is important for success. Get ready to adjust your tactics as enemies evolve throughout the night. 3. A story driven by politics and choices The story concentrates on a royal election where your decisions shape the league and your reputation. Decisions and dialogue choices have an important impact on reputation, so think about how you want to grow your character. This story explores the themes of trust, identity, and leadership. 4. Make the most of Xbox Game Pass features. Game Pass Ultimate users can get access to cloud gaming, playing through the consoles, PCs, or even mobile devices. Be sure to check for the latest updates and be up-to-date on additional content that may come along with your subscription. Your content progress is saved across devices, so you can pick up wherever you left off. 5. Benefit from Atlus' signature features
Engadget
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Engadget
May's Game Pass additions include the brilliant Metaphor: ReFantazio and The Division 2
This is a big month for Xbox Game Pass, as there are some real standout titles hitting the service. Upcoming games include the sublime Metaphor ReFantazio , Tales of Kenzera: Zau and The Division 2 , among others. Let's get to the games. You likely heard a whole lot about Metaphor ReFantazio last year. The JRPG was a bona-fide phenomenon, and it actually grabbed a nomination for game of the year. It also easily made our list of the best games of 2024 . It's developed by Atlus and the game improves on the formula behind the Persona and Shin Megami Tensei franchises in nearly every way. To view this content, you'll need to update your privacy settings. Please click here and view the "Content and social-media partners" setting to do so. The characters are great. The dungeons aren't procedurally generated. The world feels alive, with quests and objectives in nearly every nook and cranny. The story is perhaps the biggest reason why the game became such a sensation. It's grounded and feels like it was plucked from today's news, despite being set in a fantasy-laden kingdom. It'll be playable on May 29. To view this content, you'll need to update your privacy settings. Please click here and view the "Content and social-media partners" setting to do so. Tales of Kenzera: Zau is a Metroidvania platformer that wears its heart on its sleeve. The story is extremely emotional and engaging, particularly for this genre. The graphics are lovely and the gameplay is fluid, with plenty of nifty upgrades as you advance. What's not to like? The game arrives on May 22. To view this content, you'll need to update your privacy settings. Please click here and view the "Content and social-media partners" setting to do so. Tom Clancy's The Division 2 is something of a hybrid, with plenty of both tactical shooter and RPG mechanics. The game is set in an open world version of Washington DC, which is a pretty cool location. It's online-only, so there's a deep emphasis on multiplayer. It can be played solo, but you have to be connected to the game's servers. It'll be available on May 27. Other forthcoming games include Spray Paint Simulator (May 29) and Stalker 2 (May 22.) The deckbuilding roguelike Monster Train 2 is available right now.
The Verge
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Verge
The best rpg of 2024 heads to Game Pass this month
Ash Parrish is a reporter who covers the business, culture, and communities of video games, with a focus on marginalized gamers and the quirky, horny culture of video game communities. Metaphor ReFantazio — a game that combines innovative turn-based combat with a story timely for our current political moment — is coming to Xbox Game Pass later this month. In fact, the Game Pass line up for the rest of May is actually pretty sweet. Metaphor, Atlus' best RPG since Persona 5, arrives on Game Pass next week on May 29th. Another fave, Tales of Kenzera: ZAU, an afro-futuristic metroidvania that deals with grief and loss and a heaping helping of African folklore, is also heading to Game Pass tomorrow on May 22nd. I'm also really excited to see that To a T, the quirky and cute new game from Katamari Damacy creator Keita Takahashi, is launching day and date on Game Pass on May 28th. Venturing outside the realm of RPGs, Tom Clancy's The Division 2 arrives on Game Pass on May 27th and if you just gotta have something new to play today, there's Monster Train 2, a deckbuilding roguelike from Devolver Digital, out right now. Check out the full list of late May Game Pass additions here and there's also a list of games coming to the Cloud Gaming Beta too so may be something will catch your interest.
