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Metaphor: ReFantazio has very similar gameplay to the Persona series, so if you’re a fan of those games you may think you know everything going into Metaphor, but that’s not necessarily the case. While there are plenty of similarities, Metaphor has plenty of unique mechanics that could catch you out if you’re not paying attention, which is why we’re here to help. We’ve put together this guide to let you know the little tips and tricks that can make a big difference as you progress the story, giving you a much smoother experience. Something that often catches people out in the distinction between physical and magical attacks. The game can make it seem like the three types of weapon damage – Slash, Pierce, and Smash – are always physical, while elemental damage is always magical, but this isn’t the case. While they’re not super common, you can have attacks that deal physical elemental damage or magical weapon damage. Make sure you read the description of your skills carefully as it will specify which one the a

This article first appeared on Video Games on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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