Metaphor: ReFantazio vs Rise Eterna
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Metaphor: ReFantazio wins 10 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Rise Eterna is $25.29 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Metaphor: ReFantazio | Rise Eterna |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Maybe | 74 | 58 |
| Quality | 91 | 37 |
| Value | 74 | 95 |
| Popularity | 36 | 37 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $25.98 | $0.69 |
| Steam Review Score | 89.7% positive | 40.6% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 1.6K | 0 |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | Metaphor: ReFantazio | Rise Eterna |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 10, 2024 | June 9, 2021 |
| Developers | ATLUS | Forever Entertainment S. A., Makee |
| Publishers | SEGA | Forever Entertainment S. A. |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-7600 or Ryzen 5 2600 | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970, 4GB or AMD Radeon RX 480, 4GB or Intel Arc A380, 6GB | — |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 93 GB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Metaphor: ReFantazio or Rise Eterna?
Metaphor: ReFantazio won the comparison against Rise Eterna based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is Metaphor: ReFantazio worth buying over Rise Eterna?
Based on the metrics, Metaphor: ReFantazio won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. Rise Eterna currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 04:32 PM UTC