Persona and Metaphor: ReFantazio Composer’s New Turn-Based JRPG Gets A Free Steam Demo

The renowned composer of the Persona series is spearheading a new tactical stealth RPG, Guns Undarkness, launching a free Steam demo. Read on for details about the game and its release.

Guns Undarkness: A Tactical Stealth RPG from a Persona Legend

Get ready for Guns Undarkness, a tactical stealth RPG hitting Steam Next Fest with a free demo. This exciting project unites the talents of Shoji Meguro, composer for the Persona series and Metaphor: ReFantazio; Ilya Kuvshinov, character artist known for Ghost in the Shell; and rapper Lotus Juice, a prominent figure in the Persona 3 soundtrack.

Meguro, a veteran composer at Atlus since 1995, boasts an impressive portfolio including the Shin Megami Tensei and Persona franchises. Transitioning to indie development in 2021, while continuing his work with Atlus, he now presents Guns Undarkness, a sci-fi stealth action JRPG published by Kodansha Game Creators Lab.

Initially unveiled at Indie Live Expo Winter 2021 and successfully funded via a Kickstarter campaign in 2022, Guns Undarkness is poised for its free demo launch during Steam Next Fest on February 24, 2025, with early access planned for later in the year.

Inspired by Metal Gear Solid and Persona

Drawing inspiration from classics like Metal Gear Solid and Persona, Guns Undarkness is a turn-based tactical JRPG set in a dystopian 2045. Players assume the role of a private military company operative, embarking on perilous missions alongside allies, uncovering global secrets, and fighting to save humanity.

Gameplay seamlessly blends stealth and turn-based combat. Utilize stealth mechanics to navigate environments undetected, gaining a crucial advantage in subsequent encounters. Battles unfold in a turn-based system, demanding strategic command of your squad and skillful use of firearms.

The demo offers approximately 20 minutes of gameplay, guiding players through tutorials covering basic controls, the battle system, weapons, and early-game strategies. Early Access release is slated for Spring 2025 on PC, promising around 10 hours of gameplay. A specific release date is yet to be announced.