Whenever I delve into Kemco's offerings, I'm met with a blend of comfort and predictability. Their JRPGs from Japan are consistently high-quality, often hitting familiar high-fantasy and melodramatic themes. However, their latest upcoming release, Metro Quester, breaks from these conventions, and it's slated for release on April 21st with pre-registration now open.
In Metro Quester, players are thrown into a unique dungeon-crawling RPG experience. Instead of the typical above-ground adventures into ruins, you'll navigate a post-apocalyptic world reminiscent of Glukhovsky's works, trapped underground within the ancient metro lines of a bygone civilization.
The game features character designs by Kazushi Hagiwara, known for his work on Bastard!! The Dark God of Destruction, along with contributions from other talented artists. This collaboration promises a high-quality yet dark and gloomy world for players to explore.
Kemco stands out with Metro Quester, and I was genuinely thrilled to find it in my inbox. This title is poised to be a standout in Kemco's lineup, merging a dark atmosphere with retro top-down dungeon crawling. With an expansive roster of 24 characters, 8 classes, customizable weapons, a detailed bestiary, and more, there's plenty of content to dive into.
While Metro Quester retains that familiar anime style, it's unlikely to be a point of contention for most fans. If you're seeking something novel and intriguing to add to your JRPG collection, mark your calendar for April 21st when Metro Quester hits the storefronts.
In the meantime, if you're eager for more JRPG action, why not explore our curated list of the top 25 best JRPGs on iOS and RPGs on Android? It's packed with a variety of role-playing experiences, from light-hearted fun to dark and intense narratives.
