Atlus has acknowledged performance issues affecting the PC version of Metaphor: ReFantazio, particularly in the Prologue demo, which serves as an introduction to the game’s extensive 100-hour runtime. Players have reported frequent stuttering and framerate drops, especially in more densely populated areas. This is surprising given that Atlus’ previous release, Persona 3 Reload, performed exceptionally well on PC. The issues have raised concerns among fans eager to experience the game.
In response to the community’s feedback, Atlus took to social media to assure players that they are aware of the optimization challenges on Steam. They expressed gratitude to those who have downloaded and played the Prologue demo and confirmed they are actively working on addressing the performance problems. Atlus promised to provide updates and patch release information through their official channels as it becomes available, demonstrating their commitment to improving the player experience.
The full game of Metaphor: ReFantazio is set to launch on October 11, 2024, for multiple platforms including PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Game Pass. The game continues Atlus’ tradition of turn-based gameplay in a fresh fantasy setting while still containing references to the Shin Megami Tensei series. This new narrative involves a kingdom grappling with leadership issues, adding to the depth of the storyline that fans of Atlus games have come to expect.
Despite the demo’s performance hiccups, it offers a substantial amount of content, featuring the first four dungeons and seven character classes. Players can start their journey to lift a curse affecting the protagonist’s best friend, who is also a prince. Notably, all progress made in the Prologue will carry over to the main game, providing players with an advantage as they delve deeper into the adventure.
While the technical issues are disappointing, Atlus’ proactive approach to addressing them and the promising content of the Prologue demo has generated excitement. Fans are hopeful that the developers will resolve the performance problems before the game’s official release, allowing them to fully enjoy Metaphor: ReFantazio.
