October 13, 2026 – SEGA is commemorating the 2nd anniversary of Metaphor: ReFantazio, the latest RPG from ATLUS’s Studio Zero, with the release of a Prologue Demo for the Nintendo Switch™ 2 version, available on 12 November 2026. Play through the game’s opening section, then carry over your save data to the full game to continue the adventure. Now’s the perfect chance to begin your ascent to the throne in Metaphor: ReFantazio.
Demo content may slightly differ from that of the full version.
You can play the demo as many times as you like.
Metaphor: ReFantazio for Nintendo Switch™ 2
Metaphor: ReFantazio – Nintendo Switch 2｜ATLUS
Play Trials of the Blade
Trials of the Blade, a new minigame, has launched on Metaphor: ReFantazio’s official website.
Highlighting the game’s blend of real-time and turn-based combat, swipe the screen to swing your sword and cut down enemies. Reach the end to take a photo with a custom frame.
This content requires a smartphone.
Minigame differs from actual gameplay of Metaphor: ReFantazio.
*Metaphor: ReFantazio’s Nintendo Switch™ 2 version does not support Joy-Con™ 2 motion controls.
Digital Frame
*Image is for illustrative purposes only.
We are holding a social media giveaway to celebrate the release of this new minigame. Be sure to enter by 10:59 PM on 31 October 2026 (UTC+8). For more details, visit ATLUS’s official social media accounts.
ATLUS Asia official Facebook page
Metaphor: ReFantazio Orchestra Concert World Tour Asia
Announced earlier this year and following the success of the sold-out 2025 premiere in Japan, the official concert tour of Metaphor: ReFantazio embarks on a world tour spanning 3 continents, 6 countries and 8 cities across the globe. Featuring a full live orchestra, choir, original vocalists, and synced gameplay footage, the concert features music composed by Shoji Meguro and the Atlus Sound Team from the game’s soundtrack.
Celebrate Metaphor: ReFantazio’s official orchestra concert world tour with these exclusive goods and collectibles, available only at the concerts. Merchandise will be available at all concerts while supplies last.
<Metaphor: ReFantazio Orchestra Concert World Tour Asia Dates>
Oct 31, 2026 Kaohsiung – Kaohsiung Cultural Center Jhihde Hall
- Tickes go on sale June 24th 12:00 PM (local time)
Nov 21, 2026 Singapore – Espalande Theatre
- Tickes go on sale June 12th 10:00 AM (local time)
Nov 28, 2026 Bangkok – Prince Mahidol Hall
- Tickes go on sale June 14th 12:00 PM (local time)
For info including tour dates and locations, visit the Metaphor Concert website.
Metaphor: ReFantazio Atlus 35th Digital Anniversary Edition
A Digital Deluxe Edition will also be available on Nintendo Switch™ 2, including the digital base game, digital art book and soundtrack apps, as well as DLC.
Early Purchase Bonus
Archetype EXP Chest Set
- 10x Hero’s Incenses (Increases Archetype Experiences by 100)
- 5x Hero’s Fruits (Increases Archetype Experiences by 500)
Adventurer’s Journey Pack
Contents
-30,000 Reeve (In-game currency)
-3x Magical Breads (Gradually recover MP while in dungeon)
-5x Expensive Medicines (Recovers 200 HP)
-2x Stale Blackbreads (Deals 300 Almighty damage to one enemy)
– 5x Revival Medicines (Revives one ally from KO)
Physical version bonus available while stocks last.
To obtain the digital version bonus, pre-order by 10:59 PM on 11 November 2026 (UTC+8).