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SEGA's RPG Sales Update: Persona Dominates, Like a Dragon's Momentum Mixed
gaming22 days ago

SEGA's RPG Sales Update: Persona Dominates, Like a Dragon's Momentum Mixed

SEGA’s annual business update lists lifetime sales for its RPG-heavy portfolio, led by Persona 5 Royal at 8.66M (not counting the original Persona 5). In descending totals, Yakuza: Like a Dragon reaches 3.12M, Persona 3 Reload 2.97M, Metaphor: ReFantazio 2.46M, Shin Megami Tensei V 2.44M, Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth 2.05M, and Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name 1.01M. The data underscore Persona’s enduring strength and suggest mixed momentum for the Like a Dragon line, with Persona 6 and Persona 4 Revival on the horizon.

Sega Reveals Fresh 2026 Sales Milestones for Atlus Titles
business22 days ago

Sega Reveals Fresh 2026 Sales Milestones for Atlus Titles

Sega's 2026 management meeting presentation updates sales for Atlus titles: Metaphor: ReFantazio at 2.46M, Persona 3 Reload at 2.97M, Shin Megami Tensei V and Vengeance at 2.44M, and Persona 5 Royal at 8.66M (all figures up to end of March 2026). The Switch edition of P3 Reload released Oct 23, 2025. Persona series has reached 30M total sales worldwide. The deck also covers reception of Persona 4 Revival and Persona 6, noting strong interest with ~140M trailer views in the first two days after Xbox Games Showcase.

Metaphor: ReFantazio Gets a Digital Guidebook Edition with an Upgrade Path
gaming6 months ago

Metaphor: ReFantazio Gets a Digital Guidebook Edition with an Upgrade Path

Metaphor: ReFantazio's digital 'Guidebook Edition' is now available on PS5 and PS4, bundling a 55-page strategy guide, soundtrack, art book, and two sets of DLC costumes. It costs $79.99 / £65.99 as a standalone, with a $14.99 upgrade for players who already own the base game digitally; Digital Anniversary Edition owners can access the Guidebook content for free.

Metaphor: ReFantazio Celebrates Anniversary with Guidebook and Karaoke Soundtracks
gaming9 months ago

Metaphor: ReFantazio Celebrates Anniversary with Guidebook and Karaoke Soundtracks

ATLUS and Studio Zero announced the Metaphor: ReFantazio 'Guidebook Edition' digital bundle set for early 2026, which includes the base game, a new English-only strategy guide, digital art book, soundtrack, and two costume DLC sets. Existing owners of the ATLUS 35th Digital Anniversary Edition will receive the strategy guide for free. The game is available now on multiple platforms including PS4, PS5, Xbox Series, and PC.

Metaphor: ReFantazio - The Unrestrained JRPG Bridging Persona and Shin Megami Tensei
gaming2 years ago

Metaphor: ReFantazio - The Unrestrained JRPG Bridging Persona and Shin Megami Tensei

Metaphor: ReFantazio, a new RPG from Atlus' Studio Zero, offers a medieval fantasy twist on the Persona formula with flashy turn-based combat, deep character interactions, and a visually stunning presentation. The game, set in the kingdom of Euchronia amidst a succession crisis, features a mix of real-time action and turn-based encounters, and emphasizes exploration and relationship-building. It releases on October 11 for PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.

"Unveiling Metaphor: ReFantazio - A Persona-Inspired JRPG with a Twist"
gaming2 years ago

"Unveiling Metaphor: ReFantazio - A Persona-Inspired JRPG with a Twist"

Metaphor: ReFantazio is an upcoming dark medieval fantasy RPG developed by Katsura Hashino's team at Atlus, featuring traditional fantasy tropes with modern aesthetics and a release date set for fall 2024 on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC. The game will include turn-based combat, relationship simulation systems, and non-linear plot progression, with a focus on rallying votes and popularity in a royal tournament setting. The team behind the game includes veterans from the Persona series, and the game is highly anticipated by fans of RPGs.

"Unveiling the Intriguing World of Metaphor: ReFantazio RPG"
gaming2 years ago

"Unveiling the Intriguing World of Metaphor: ReFantazio RPG"

Atlus has revealed the gameplay loop for Metaphor: ReFantazio on the PSN Store, showcasing a unique fantasy world where players journey alongside a fairy companion to lift a curse from the kingdom’s lost prince. The game features day-time quests and night-time relationship building, reminiscent of the Persona series, and a combination of turn-based and real-time action in battles. With a Cero C rating in Japan, it's set for release in Fall 2024 on PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X, and Windows PC.

"Rumor: Persona 3 Reload and Metaphor: ReFantazio Headed to Nintendo Switch 2"
gaming2 years ago

"Rumor: Persona 3 Reload and Metaphor: ReFantazio Headed to Nintendo Switch 2"

Atlus insider claims that Persona 3 Reload and Metaphor: ReFantazio are coming to the Nintendo Switch's successor, with Persona 3 Reload set for release on February 2 on various platforms and Metaphor: ReFantazio planned for later this year. The insider's previous leaks have been accurate, and Atlus is now considering fan demand for a Switch version of Persona 3 Reload. The games offer modernized remakes and original RPG content, with significant involvement from key developers of the Megami Tensei franchise. Additionally, a recent survey suggests that a notable percentage of developers are already working on titles for the upcoming Nintendo Switch successor.

"Metaphor: ReFantazio Unveils Exciting Updates and Japanese Voice Actors at Live Broadcast"
gaming2 years ago

"Metaphor: ReFantazio Unveils Exciting Updates and Japanese Voice Actors at Live Broadcast"

The new Atlus IP, Metaphor: ReFantazio, will be showcased at The Game Awards tomorrow. Developed by the team behind Persona 3, Persona 4, and Persona 5, this next-generation JRPG draws inspiration from the Shin Megami Tensei series. Directed by Katsura Hashino and featuring a score inspired by hymns and Buddhist prayers, the game aims to provide a third pillar for Atlus. Metaphor: ReFantazio is set to launch worldwide in 2024 for various platforms including PlayStation, Xbox, Steam, and Windows.

Top Gaming Announcements and Updates to Look Out for in 2023
gaming3 years ago

Top Gaming Announcements and Updates to Look Out for in 2023

The Xbox Games Showcase 2023 featured a plethora of exciting games, but Starfield emerged as the "Best in Show" due to its unprecedented scope and scale. Other notable games include Avowed, South of Midnight, and Metaphor: ReFantazio. The showcase also demonstrated Microsoft's commitment to the video games industry and presented both near-term and longer-term titles worth getting excited about.