Metaphor: ReFantazio

Metaphor: ReFantazio is another strong work from Atlus following P5's success, though it performs excellently overall, it also exposes some issues with insufficient innovation. As a "reskinned Persona," this work continues the successful formula of the P series in core gameplay, but lacks sufficient innovation to justify the necessity of a new IP. Dungeon design has regressed compared to P5, lacking the imaginative concepts of inner worlds. Technical performance is generally stable, but the PC version has resolution issues, which is a common phenomenon. Visual design maintains Atlus's high standards, with the "instantly recognizable Atlus" style. The designs of the Humans, the game's monsters, though some say they're sanity-draining, are actually directly taken from Hieronymus Bosch's classic paintings. Music production is excellent and grand, with classical style fitting the story background, but there are issues with scene matching - the same piece is overused across too many scenes, sometimes even degrading the gaming experience. UI design is overly flashy, feeling like trying too hard. The story has surprising plot twists, with the restoration setting being novel, but character development still has shortcomings. The protagonist's idealistic image is too thin, and the main villain's stubborn ideals also lack depth. The production team's deliberate avoidance of romantic elements makes the affection system tedious. World-building is complete and interesting, with the balance between different races, royalty, state religion and other forces handled well. Content richness maintains Atlus's consistent standards, worth exploring everywhere. Overall, this is a high-quality work, with the 92.5-point rating reflecting its excellent quality, but it still has some distance from true innovative breakthrough.