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

Experience the tactical stealth RPG, Guns Undarkness, a new title spearheaded by Shoji Meguro, the renowned composer behind the Persona series and Metaphor: ReFantazio. A free demo will be available during the upcoming Steam Next Fest.

Steam Next Fest Demo Launch

Guns Undarkness, featuring the artistic talents of Ilya Kuvshinov (Ghost in the Shell) and the musical contributions of rapper Lotus Juice (known for his work on Persona 3), will debut a free demo during the Steam Next Fest.

Meguro, a veteran composer at Atlus since 1995 (working on titles like Shin Megami Tensei and Persona), transitioned to indie development in 2021 while maintaining his involvement with Atlus. Guns Undarkness, a sci-fi stealth action JRPG published by Kodansha Game Creators Lab, was initially unveiled at Indie Live Expo Winter 2021 and successfully concluded its Kickstarter campaign in 2022.

The demo, launching February 24th, 2025, offers approximately 20 minutes of gameplay, encompassing tutorials on controls, the battle system, weaponry, and early-game strategies. Early Access is planned for Spring 2025 on PC, with roughly 10 hours of gameplay expected at launch. A precise release date is yet to be announced.

Metal Gear Solid and Persona Inspiration

Guns Undarkness blends turn-based tactical combat with stealth mechanics, drawing inspiration from Metal Gear Solid and the Persona series. Set in a dystopian 2045, players assume the role of a private military contractor, undertaking missions alongside allies to unravel the world's mysteries and avert a catastrophic future. The gameplay seamlessly integrates stealth sections, where undetected movement grants combat advantages, with turn-based battles utilizing firearms.