@@ThwipThwipBoom If only the game understood this nuance. In this game the main characters are always right and the bad guys are always wrong...no nuance.
What a year Atlus have had! Persona 3 Reload, Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance & Metaphor: ReFantazio! Unicorn Overlord as well seen as they published that and we know Vanillaware are basically unofficially part of the Atlus family!
@@leroiarouf1142 Astor it is great. But it’s not better than Metaphor. And it copied almost all game mechanics from Mario Oddysey and Galaxy. And there is a video to prove it
it's hard to really dig into why this game's narrative and messages are so poignant and profound without spoiling the whole thing, but you did as good a job as one can do great review
Louis is unironically the good guy in this story as far as I'm concerned. They're gonna have an uphill battle to convince me why I should think otherwise.
GOTY contender. Felt it before I played the demo, confirmed it for sure after finishing the demo. Got this bad boy pre-ordered (physical collector's edition by the way) which I normally don't do but I know a gem of a game when I see/play it. Hope this game does EXTREMELY well across all platforms!
@@shakaj1525 it about 3-4 hours if you rush, enjoy the contents and harder difficult may even longer, it a really long demo compare to any games just now.
I heard about this game but had no intention of buying it. Then I played the demo on a whim and it truly blew me away! The level of ambition and quality on display is stunning! After finishing the demo I immediately bought the collector's edition! I really feel this is going to be considered an all-time great game and easily a GOTY contender! I feel like with this release Atlus has elevated JRPGs to the next level! The 11th can't get here fast enough!
@saulgoodmansfingerr8527 Exactly! Also talk about having confidence in your product! I believe they've just released a new demo for the new Shin Megami Tensei Vengeance. Which I'm going to check out because Metaphor was so good!
Sega been killing it with the publish rpgs this year. Shin megami vegence, persona 3, Metaphor refantazio, unicorn overlord n of course the beloved like a dragon infinite wealth. All in one year n extremely high metcritic
I had a similar thought while playing the demo as well. In the middle of a boss/mini-boss on this demo it almost felt like I was kid again playing FFX for the first time. Knowing within the first hour or so that the game you're playing just might be a gem. Still hyped for Dragon Quest III next month but the Metaphor demo really exceeded my expectations
Sega taking Atlus under its wing pushed the company to new levels. They’re moving onto films now thanks to Atlus and the Yakuza games, as well as the revival of the Sonic IP.
@@hectorirene763now if only they would revive Phantasy Star instead of letting the series rot while NGS remains on life support like a half dead, over-abused, cash cow.
Absolutely fantastic review jessica. Talked about everything i wanted to know without spoiling much and still managed to get me evej more hyped for the game than i previously was after playing the demo. Kudos
DBZ isn't worth it... The game looks and plays really well but i wont spend money on a game I'm gonna bored of in 3 days... All sparking zero has is a story mode, arena, what ifs and online which all play the same (arena fighter)
What an incredibly moving review by Jessica during times like this. I'm glad there are stories and fictional worlds like Metaphor's and Persona's to help us escape reality and am looking forward to more Atlus JRPGs this year.
This game takes everything I like about Persona and _discards_ everything I dislike about Persona. Just from playing the demo, this is already better than any Persona game.
@@AZ23MJ If you've got the bandwidth, I recommend you check out Persona 5 at some point. Might as well play Metaphor first, but P5 is well worth playing. A lot of fun, great social system, and fantastic music
@@AZ23MJ i personally love the persona games, especially 5. I actually just finished it not too long ago. I know you didnt ask my opinion but I adore the turn based combat of p5, but metaphor brings it up to a new level with having all different mechanics from all the games atlus has released. From what ive played from the demo, the combat is WAY harder and more challenging, which is the one thing i dont like about persona. I believe this game is going to be insane, so I would recommend trying metaphor but youll love both!
@@garythebardNot the OP, but the battle system of SMT is far more fun and that might be the only dissappointment in Persona series for me. SMT battle system with persona daily life and social link is just a no brainer.
Amazing review. I personally wasn't super sold on Louis but he's a better ultimate protagonist than we've had from JRPGs for awhile. I'm honestly surprised by how little fanfare this game is getting, the story made me cry multiple times and the overall theme/story is incredible.
They should optimize their game better and improve the engine... aliasing, shimmering, jagged edges and tons of performance issues and FPS drops is unacceptable
@@SlayerSeraph*sigh* people complaining about technical stuffs like you is the reason why so many studios nowadays chasing after that "visual perfection", while the story and gameplays, the souls of the game, becoming an afterthought. Also, I don't know on what platform you played this, but saying that its issues are "unacceptable" is a huge exaggeration *smh.
Been a Persona fan since P3 and never played a SMT game because they always felt intimidating, but I'll definitely check this out. I haven't been keeping up with gaming news so I literally learned about this game a couple days ago and it looks like everything I love about RPGs.
After hearing about the score this game got, I was wondering if I should buy it or not. Even though the reviews are showing how great it is, I still wasn't sure if it would be worth the money since it would be my first ever Atlus game. But after watching your review I made up my mind to buy it instantly. Thank you for the very well written review!
MRF is definitely Atlus’ best game and I have only played the demo. I’ve been an SMT and Persona fan since the early 00s and this game is a beautiful culmination of everything they’ve done so far. It’s the perfect anniversary game.
Same both of these games are going to be peak!! And definitely GOTY contender same with Astro bot and many others this year has been stacked with amazing games
Jessica reviewing anything is always a masterclass. In a very calming, thorough way she deconstructs the beauty of Atlus latest masterpiece is amazing fashion. Bravo Jessica : )
This seems super interesting and something right out of my alley, and I hope there's an option for people like me with SCT (sluggish cognitive tempo) to calm the UI and particles a bit.
“Giving into despair and fear serves no one myself included reminded me that fantasy and fiction have power “ wow loved the review made me tear up a little now I’m for sure getting the game
After finishing the game and coming back to this review. This game truly does mean a lot to me as I can tell it was created by people who genuinely want a better world. The world is scary and change is hard but without hope for a better world we're no better off. I think this game should be played by a lot more people just for the messages and themes alone but overall still one of Atlus' finest achievements.
I knew I was gonna buy it. Should've grabbed it when in was on sale last week. Alas, I was broke. Bought it yesterday instead. Still Broke, but Stoked :) Fantastic Review!
The comfort factor you mentioned is such a good personal touch in the review and thats actually something that will make me pick up the game for sure now! (I was already kinda sold on it but this seals the deal for me)
Wow. I haven't paid much attention to Gamespot since the website days. I have been drawn more to IGN due to the higher amount of content. However, this review is so profound, honest and insightful, I will be consuming Gamespoy content over IGN from now on. Hats off to the review writer.
Jessica this was an AMAZING review. Very well written and presented. I’m not just saying this cause you gave the game a 10 I sincerely mean it.
She has such a soothing voice.
I have been listening to reviews all day and this one’s script stood out without a doubt. Unbelievable work!!
Great review
I agree. Not familiar with her work but this was very well written
Stop simping
“The good in the world can be us and that’s a good place to start.”
The problem is that there are so many groups of people on the planet and they all think their definition of good is the correct one.
@@ThwipThwipBoom If only the game understood this nuance. In this game the main characters are always right and the bad guys are always wrong...no nuance.
Bring heaven to earth, if we try, it will make things better. Just have to keep trying
@@ThwipThwipBoomwell, most people agree that war, greed, inequality and discrimination are bad. and i guess that's what the game is about
@@landis9767 Thankfully yes
What a year Atlus have had! Persona 3 Reload, Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance & Metaphor: ReFantazio! Unicorn Overlord as well seen as they published that and we know Vanillaware are basically unofficially part of the Atlus family!
Unicorn overlord is so good
We've been eating well this year.
Atlus been cooking this year!
the entrire year is a loud march to the goty!
If Unicorn Overload was available for PC :(
I’ve been a firm believer Metaphor was gonna be a GOTY contender for months, now I’m happy learning I wasn’t wrong
Astro bot is the GOTY
@@leroiarouf1142 PS5 GOTY. Metaphor will sweep
Astro bot is up there for sure but it may go to Metaphor
Concord would like a word
@@leroiarouf1142
Astor it is great. But it’s not better than Metaphor.
And it copied almost all game mechanics from Mario Oddysey and Galaxy.
And there is a video to prove it
This isn’t just a review. It’s a love letter.
This was incredibly well-written. More from this reviewer in the future Gamespot.
The score aside, this was a great review, really well written and an entertaining listen. Well done the reviewer.
Hire this person to do more reviews. Well thought out, can tell she actually played the game, solid script, relaxing voice.
An insane review. I think that's the best review I've ever seen. Tells you the right amount without telling too much.
AtLUS STRIKES AGAIN
Yeah, Persona 3 Reload was Fire too
We never saw it coming
they were too fast for our eyes@@Pajarocaro
Unicorn overlord and Metaphor are some of my favorite games oat.
it's hard to really dig into why this game's narrative and messages are so poignant and profound without spoiling the whole thing, but you did as good a job as one can do
great review
Louis has those Griffith vibes, and just for that, I’m hyped.
Thought the exact same thing
read this as Lois Griffin
Feels a bit Griffith ripoff tbfh ... Wish he was voiced by Kevin T Collins though (Griffith VA)
Louis is unironically the good guy in this story as far as I'm concerned. They're gonna have an uphill battle to convince me why I should think otherwise.
@@PettyCrow-n9c Louis did nothing wrong!
Here we go!!!! I will be there no matter what. Day one collectors edition all the way!!!!!
A Gamespot 10/10 is a once in a decade feat.
Lol they gave Deathloop a 10/10
what are you talking about, they gave 10/10 to 7 games in the last year
Its just a single reviewer. A different reviewer on the same site could have given it a 9 or and 8
Last year was lit tho in term of games 🎮🔥@@PSdualwielder
To be fair, they've been handing out 10's pretty often compared to how they used to
GOTY contender. Felt it before I played the demo, confirmed it for sure after finishing the demo. Got this bad boy pre-ordered (physical collector's edition by the way) which I normally don't do but I know a gem of a game when I see/play it. Hope this game does EXTREMELY well across all platforms!
How long is the demo?
@@shakaj1525I played it 9 hours before it stopped me
@@shakaj1525 Played for 10 hours+. Hard mode, no guides. It’s the prologue + two days in-game for exploration. Pretty cool.
@@shakaj1525 it about 3-4 hours if you rush, enjoy the contents and harder difficult may even longer, it a really long demo compare to any games just now.
ATLUS snuck into my top 5 developers over night im so glad this game will be a success
My top 5
1. Capcom
2. Fromsoft
3. Atlus
4. Not sure
5. Not sure
I heard about this game but had no intention of buying it. Then I played the demo on a whim and it truly blew me away! The level of ambition and quality on display is stunning! After finishing the demo I immediately bought the collector's edition! I really feel this is going to be considered an all-time great game and easily a GOTY contender! I feel like with this release Atlus has elevated JRPGs to the next level! The 11th can't get here fast enough!
Demo feels like a whole game i like how it doesn't restrict anything and just gives you the first few hours
@saulgoodmansfingerr8527 Exactly! Also talk about having confidence in your product! I believe they've just released a new demo for the new Shin Megami Tensei Vengeance. Which I'm going to check out because Metaphor was so good!
An excellently written review and having played the demo all your points put what I thought about the game in the best way possible, well done
This is the Final Fantasy 17 we’ve all been waiting for
I like that hack and slash option for some enemies and some options to transition from that to turn based
I genuinely think this might be the best written review I've listened to in awhile.
This was a very well written and narrated review. Can’t wait for the game !
Dang, I'm playing the demo. A 10 🤯
The demo is a 10/10
The full game is 11/10
This was an outstandingly written and narrated review. Kudos, Jessica!
Now this is how you review a game. Great one!
Atlus have outdone themselves this year. Bravo!
I sincerely hope this makes it to the mainstream GOTY lists alongside P3 Reload & Unicorn.
Sega been killing it with the publish rpgs this year. Shin megami vegence, persona 3, Metaphor refantazio, unicorn overlord n of course the beloved like a dragon infinite wealth. All in one year n extremely high metcritic
Me who grew up with Final Fantasy: "who would thought Sega would actually become a god of turn based RPGs huh?"
I had a similar thought while playing the demo as well. In the middle of a boss/mini-boss on this demo it almost felt like I was kid again playing FFX for the first time. Knowing within the first hour or so that the game you're playing just might be a gem. Still hyped for Dragon Quest III next month but the Metaphor demo really exceeded my expectations
Sega taking Atlus under its wing pushed the company to new levels. They’re moving onto films now thanks to Atlus and the Yakuza games, as well as the revival of the Sonic IP.
@@hectorirene763now if only they would revive Phantasy Star instead of letting the series rot while NGS remains on life support like a half dead, over-abused, cash cow.
What a brilliantly written and presented review. Can't wait to play the game myself once I finished P3R.
The Resistance
Based Muse enjoyer. Absolution is my favorite album.
Absolutely fantastic review jessica. Talked about everything i wanted to know without spoiling much and still managed to get me evej more hyped for the game than i previously was after playing the demo. Kudos
DBZ gotta wait until next month. I refuse to spend that 140+ this week. Metaphor it is!!!
Same
Thats what im sayinnnn
You need a friend you can download it from his account lol
DBZ isn't worth it... The game looks and plays really well but i wont spend money on a game I'm gonna bored of in 3 days... All sparking zero has is a story mode, arena, what ifs and online which all play the same (arena fighter)
What an incredibly moving review by Jessica during times like this. I'm glad there are stories and fictional worlds like Metaphor's and Persona's to help us escape reality and am looking forward to more Atlus JRPGs this year.
Its a 10 I suppose
Rezero's Beatrice Reference?
Re zero reference ?
kashira
Beako
Really great review! My favorite I've seen or read so far, very well-considered thoughts in the intro too
This game takes everything I like about Persona and _discards_ everything I dislike about Persona. Just from playing the demo, this is already better than any Persona game.
Just curious here, what do you dislike about Persona? I'm super pumped for Metaphor, but really enjoyed Persona 5.
Also curious what you disliked, but because I am thinking of playing persona 5 but maybe should just play this instead.
@@AZ23MJ If you've got the bandwidth, I recommend you check out Persona 5 at some point. Might as well play Metaphor first, but P5 is well worth playing. A lot of fun, great social system, and fantastic music
@@AZ23MJ i personally love the persona games, especially 5. I actually just finished it not too long ago. I know you didnt ask my opinion but I adore the turn based combat of p5, but metaphor brings it up to a new level with having all different mechanics from all the games atlus has released. From what ive played from the demo, the combat is WAY harder and more challenging, which is the one thing i dont like about persona. I believe this game is going to be insane, so I would recommend trying metaphor but youll love both!
@@garythebardNot the OP, but the battle system of SMT is far more fun and that might be the only dissappointment in Persona series for me. SMT battle system with persona daily life and social link is just a no brainer.
Amazing review. I personally wasn't super sold on Louis but he's a better ultimate protagonist than we've had from JRPGs for awhile. I'm honestly surprised by how little fanfare this game is getting, the story made me cry multiple times and the overall theme/story is incredible.
This was a fantastically written summary
ATLUS, you've done it again! They're truly one of the industries' darlings.
They should optimize their game better and improve the engine... aliasing, shimmering, jagged edges and tons of performance issues and FPS drops is unacceptable
@@SlayerSeraph*sigh* people complaining about technical stuffs like you is the reason why so many studios nowadays chasing after that "visual perfection", while the story and gameplays, the souls of the game, becoming an afterthought.
Also, I don't know on what platform you played this, but saying that its issues are "unacceptable" is a huge exaggeration *smh.
New challenger GoTY
Only a handful of rpg games really gripped me this year this is one of them looking forward to this on the 11th.
Your review gave me goosebumps
What a great review. You can feel the attention to detail. Great job.
Excellent review! Thoroughly enjoyed it all the way through 😀
It got a 10/10, let’s go!
Great review, thanks for sharing your thoughts so eloquently
This review is top notch. Great job!
Excellent review!
I really liked this review. It struck the perfect balance between personal and objective. I can't wait to play it
Nice!! Let’s go Metaphor!
This review was incredible. Your word description blew me away. So well done. Kudos to you.
You are overreacting, was a good review though, but the throaty speaking method style is little annoying
Been a Persona fan since P3 and never played a SMT game because they always felt intimidating, but I'll definitely check this out. I haven't been keeping up with gaming news so I literally learned about this game a couple days ago and it looks like everything I love about RPGs.
Jessica, you are a superlative writer. Thank you for this review. You just sold me this game :)
She’s the reason I’m buying this game today.
After hearing about the score this game got, I was wondering if I should buy it or not. Even though the reviews are showing how great it is, I still wasn't sure if it would be worth the money since it would be my first ever Atlus game. But after watching your review I made up my mind to buy it instantly. Thank you for the very well written review!
Well written and spoken review
Had this game on my radar, but after this review it looks like it will be a must play! Thanks for the HYPE
beautifully written review
Atlus absolutely cooked this entire year! Never expected a 10 from gamespot. Really excited to play this game!
Why did this review give me goosebumps, so good
Amazing review Jessica! All different kinds of happy that we all get to enjoy your work
The review is so well written...I am glad to see this level of quality. You are an asset to GameSpot for sure.
great review, can't wait to play it. I have been milking the demo, but not grinding
I love your calm voice and articulation nice work.
Society: try avoid talking about politics and religion
Atlus: So 100 hours later..
Good grief the writing in this review is fantastic. Well done!
I'm so excited to play this. Atlus is an amazing developer and deserves so much success.
MRF is definitely Atlus’ best game and I have only played the demo. I’ve been an SMT and Persona fan since the early 00s and this game is a beautiful culmination of everything they’ve done so far. It’s the perfect anniversary game.
10/10 wow now I’m even more excited hurry up Friday
10/10 from GameSpot?! Oh man, I'm beyond hyped!
Beautiful review thank you! Instantly bought it on ps5 after watching your review! Cant wait to get off work and play!! So excited! Haha
Can’t wait to jump into this. Gotta finish Silent Hill 2 first.. which is absolutely amazing too
Ok. You convinced me, Jessica. I'll give it a try. Great review.
This game and dragon ball sparking zero with a hot coco …yea im all in fr 😎
Same both of these games are going to be peak!! And definitely GOTY contender same with Astro bot and many others this year has been stacked with amazing games
Jessica reviewing anything is always a masterclass. In a very calming, thorough way she deconstructs the beauty of Atlus latest masterpiece is amazing fashion. Bravo Jessica : )
This seems super interesting and something right out of my alley, and I hope there's an option for people like me with SCT (sluggish cognitive tempo) to calm the UI and particles a bit.
Incredible review
“Giving into despair and fear serves no one myself included reminded me that fantasy and fiction have power “ wow loved the review made me tear up a little now I’m for sure getting the game
This review is so soothing
Aweeee man. I can already tell im going to finally scratch that persona 5 royal itch ive had for years
Amazing review! I must also say, Jessica’s voice is a delight. Such a beautiful voice.
She has a decent voice but her deliberate throaty speaking style/method feels jarring and forced, making it distracting and less pleasant imo
Can't wait to play
Great commentary, thanks for the review.
After finishing the game and coming back to this review. This game truly does mean a lot to me as I can tell it was created by people who genuinely want a better world. The world is scary and change is hard but without hope for a better world we're no better off. I think this game should be played by a lot more people just for the messages and themes alone but overall still one of Atlus' finest achievements.
Great review
Great review. You cover everything and explain your points very well. Top notch work.
When you enjoy both RPG's and Anime: all roads lead to Atlus.
Really articulate and heartfelt review. Love to see it.
I'll definitely buy it next year when it releases for the Switch 2! I'll come back here and say how it plays!
I knew I was gonna buy it.
Should've grabbed it when in was on sale last week.
Alas, I was broke.
Bought it yesterday instead.
Still Broke, but Stoked :)
Fantastic Review!
Wow, a big game news company actually putting out a super great review! Cheers!
The comfort factor you mentioned is such a good personal touch in the review and thats actually something that will make me pick up the game for sure now! (I was already kinda sold on it but this seals the deal for me)
GOTY (though I want my beloved UNICORN OVERLORD to win too) I am convinced Metaphor is a cleverly hidden P6! ❤❤❤
I thought it was my beloved like a dragon infinite wealth for game of the year. What a great year for sega n jrpgs
Played 13 hours of the amazing demo. It's true inherehitor of turn based after final fantasy had its identity crisis.
Will wait for F.E.S., Golden, Royal, or whatever they're gonna call it version.
Atlus just dont miss😤
Wow. I haven't paid much attention to Gamespot since the website days. I have been drawn more to IGN due to the higher amount of content.
However, this review is so profound, honest and insightful, I will be consuming Gamespoy content over IGN from now on.
Hats off to the review writer.
A++ review
So based on Gamespots true rating system this is actually an 11/10?
they gave Deathloop a 10/10 lolo
Really good review! Can’t wait for this game.
I can’t wait to grab this Friday
this is a lovely poem from the heart from a gamer to another. awesome review. ❤️✨