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

Get ready for Guns Undarkness, a new tactical stealth RPG spearheaded by Shoji Meguro, the composer behind the beloved Persona series and Metaphor: ReFantazio. A free Steam demo is on its way!

Guns Undarkness Demo Arrives at Steam Next Fest

Mark your calendars! Guns Undarkness will launch a free demo during the upcoming Steam Next Fest. This exciting project brings together a stellar team, including Shoji Meguro, Ilya Kuvshinov (character artist known for Ghost in the Shell), and rapper Lotus Juice (renowned for his work on Persona 3).

Meguro, a veteran composer at Atlus since 1995, has contributed to iconic titles like the Shin Megami Tensei and Persona series. Transitioning to indie development in 2021 while continuing his work with Atlus, he's now bringing his unique musical style to Guns Undarkness, published under Kodansha Game Creators Lab.

Initially unveiled at Indie Live Expo Winter 2021 and successfully funded via Kickstarter in 2022 (reaching all stretch goals!), Guns Undarkness is poised for its demo debut. Get ready to experience the game firsthand during Steam Next Fest, starting February 24, 2025, with early access planned for later this year.

Inspired by Metal Gear Solid and Persona

Blending the tactical stealth of Metal Gear Solid with the JRPG charm of Persona, Guns Undarkness throws you into a dystopian 2045. As a member of a private military company, you'll embark on critical missions, forge alliances, and unravel the mysteries threatening humanity's survival.

Gameplay seamlessly integrates stealth and turn-based combat. Utilize the environment to your advantage, remaining undetected to gain a crucial edge in battles. Command your squad, strategically deploy your firearms, and outwit your enemies in tense, turn-based encounters.

The demo offers approximately 20 minutes of gameplay, guiding you through tutorials covering controls, combat, weapons, and essential strategies. Expect around 10 hours of playtime in the Early Access release, slated for Spring 2025 on PC. While a precise release date remains unannounced, the wait will soon be over.