Metaphor is a game that is hard to forget, putting you in a world, however fantasy, much more like our own, where however, we culturally advanced “world” appears as a utopia to be pursued, but in reality, viewed from the outside is only misleading.

This game in my opinion needs an in-depth analysis, because there is much to talk about.

Story:
The game begins with our protagonist having a simple mission to execute, “kill the regicide and probable next king.” This, of course, does not happen, and our protagonist will embark on an adventure in which he will discover places, people, cultures, religions, and the truth behind the entire world he inhabits. In fact, what they consider utopia, our world, is nothing more than an echo of what used to be their world, which was destroyed by the war for the conquest of the power that now drives this fantasy world, magic.

Meaning:
In my opinion the meaning this game is very important, it goes from racism to the meaning of justness, to which means believing in a utopia, almost a fantasy. It's hard to put into words what a game can convey, but in my opinion this one has great power, talking about what it can make you feel. For example, to me in the ending sequences it gave me goosebumps to see our friends joking lightheartedly and setting off on a new adventure.

“In your eyes, I know that our journey is nothing but fantasy”
“Fantasy will live forever.”

These two sentences encapsulate the entire game, it is not true that it will be nothing but a fantasy, as this game in my opinion is capable of changing a person and giving them new insights to enrich their daily life. The characters are impeccable and well-written, and it will be almost impossible not to become attached to them.

Technical side:
The technical side is almost flawless, I am not in the business so I will simply make a list of things appreciated. The music is incredible, the songs (and the story in some ways) are very reminiscent of Nier, which is much appreciated. being able to do some hack & slash before fighing is a gimmick that adds depth to the gameplay which is very enjoyable and challenging throughout. As freusting as it is to farm it becomes not too difficult as time goes on. I did notice a strong spike in difficulty once you get close to the ending, which puts a little spice to the whole thing. I am glad that the game gives you the opportunity to bring bonds and assignments to completion before the true ending of the game.

In conclusion this is a game that I will forever remember and it gave me a great desire to replay it and try the NG+ already knowing my way around the world and try to platinum it.

GOTY 10/10 (I played it for 70+, mostly in offline mode)