Atlus Prepares Big New Episode With Metaphor: ReFantazio and Classic Revivals

In the background, Atlus is getting ready for a big new episode. Recent polls from the publisher show that they want to expand beyond the well-known Persona world. Shin Megami Tensei, Unicorn Overlord, and the mysterious Metaphor: ReFantazio are all mentioned more than once.

More than 2 million copies of the second one have been sold in less than a year, making it a clear breakout hit. This is more than just a sales number for Atlus. It's a clear sign that people want something new, maybe even something bigger.

There are rumors that Atlus is looking into making a straight follow-up to Metaphor: ReFantazio. Usually, new IPs from the company don't get follow-ups right away. If this move is true, it would be a rare change.

Still, the positive reviews and sales make it almost certain that the show will continue. The first game had a lot of allegories and political drama. A sequel could add to that, giving fans an even deeper story to figure out. It is not a question of whether Atlus will come back to this world or not. The question is how much it will change its myths.

At the same time, Atlus seems to be going back to its old games with new eyes. People are wondering what will happen next since Raidou Kuzunoha vs. The Soulless Army Remaster was just revealed. A remake of Devil Summoner 2: Raidou Kuzunoha vs. King Abaddon is not only possible, but very likely, based on what has happened in the past. These games have been considered cult classics for a long time, and they could still appeal to people today who like the unique stories that Atlus is known for.

You can do even more with these options. Long-abandoned series like Digital Devil Saga and Etrian Odyssey are often brought up by fans, and Atlus hasn't been afraid to hint that they might be back. These series might fit in with the studio's new design theory after a remaster, a revival, or even a full reimagining. Every year, Atlus shows that Persona will not be the only thing that shapes its future. Instead, it is pulling from its vast creative well to bring back long-lost worlds and map out new ones that haven't been explored yet.

This is a rare and exciting time for fans. Atlus is both looking ahead and backward. They are combining old and new ideas in ways that make me think of a renaissance for the company. There may be more to a sequel to Metaphor, a return to Raidou Kuzunoha, or the return of Digital Devil Saga than meets the eye. The sky is big, and Atlus looks like it's ready to fill it.

The studio will open one door at a time, and that's the only secret left.