Taking cues from the likes of Hollow Knight and Ori, this punishing platforming and exploration game is well worth your time if you're up for a big challenge.
Like the blood and guts that fuse to create the unholy monsters that fill its action-heavy moments, that story and combat come together to deliver a catharsis of destruction I was delighted to be part of.
We caught up with Metaphor: ReFantazio director Katsura Hashino more than a year following his latest hit to further explore the themes of the sweeping adventure, discuss his involvement with Persona, and learn more about what’s next.
What could the future of Jackie look like? We've got an idea! For those worried about potential spoilers, we've blocked out all story details. Simply click on the text to reveal the full interview.