Sucker Punch, the developers behind Ghost of Yōtei, explain why Hokkaido was selected as the game's primary setting. Discover how they bring Hokkaido to life in the game and their insights from resear
Author: NovaReading:0
According to recent rumors, the highly acclaimed 2024 game, *Metaphor: ReFantazio*, is poised to make its way to the Nintendo Switch 2 during the console's launch window. While Nintendo has yet to officially unveil the Nintendo Switch 2, leaks about the next-generation system continue to surface. The Switch 2 is rumored to be a more powerful iteration of the original Switch, boasting various quality-of-life enhancements. Speculation suggests that the console might be revealed soon, with a potential launch slated for May or June of this year.
Leaker PH Brazil has hinted that *Metaphor: ReFantazio* might not be a launch title for the Switch 2 but could be released within the system's "launch window," which typically spans from the console's release date to the end of the year. *Metaphor: ReFantazio*, a standout JRPG that garnered widespread acclaim and multiple nominations at The Game Awards 2024—including Game of the Year, Best Narrative, and Best Art Direction—seems a perfect fit for the Switch 2, especially given the strong partnership between Nintendo and the game's publisher, Sega.
This isn't the first time we've heard whispers about *Metaphor: ReFantazio* coming to the Switch 2. A previous leak also mentioned that *Persona 3 Reload* is being developed for the new console. It's encouraging to see Nintendo potentially securing robust third-party support for its next-generation platform.
Beyond *Metaphor: ReFantazio*, the Switch 2 launch window is rumored to be packed with other titles. Ubisoft is reportedly working on over half a dozen games for the Switch 2, while Konami and Microsoft are also said to be preparing releases for the device. There are whispers of a new *Mario Kart* game being a launch title, with a new 3D *Super Mario* game expected within the launch window. Fans eagerly await official confirmation to see which of these exciting rumors will come to fruition.