Persona director Katsura Hashino has hinted at Metaphor: ReFantazio getting a sequel and becoming the latest franchise for developer Atlus. Over the years, the studio has spun the Shin Megami Tensei series into the even more popular Persona series, and took the mechanics from that and created its fastest-selling game ever with Metaphor.

Metaphor: ReFantazio is one of the standout games of 2024. After the success of the Persona series, Studio Zero's newest RPG IP was received very well, bagging the best narrative, best art direction,

Metaphor: ReFantazio was, by many accounts, one of the best games of 2024. But it may or may not kick off its own series at Studio Zero.

Metaphor: ReFantazio's success demands a sequel after receiving critical acclaim, record-breaking sales, and Game Awards wins. A sequel to Metaphor: ReFantazio appears almost inevitable given its success and potential to become a defining franchise for Atlus.

Metaphor: ReFantazio director Katsura Hashino has declared that Atlus currently has no plans to turn the JRPG hit into a series.

Metaphor: ReFantazio was developer Atlus' first original game since 2011's twisted love triangle Catherine, but its world might extend further than just a single game as director Katsura Hashino hopes it can become a series.

Metaphor: ReFantazio garnered critical acclaim and won awards, potentially paving the way for a sequel or series. Director Hashino hopes to establish Metaphor: ReFantazio as a flagship RPG series, akin to Shin Megami Tensei and Persona.