"Metro Quester: Kemco's Newest Release Breaks the Mold"

When it comes to Kemco, their releases of JRPGs from across the pond are always welcome, yet often predictable, hitting those high-fantasy, melodramatic notes with high quality. However, their upcoming title, Metro Quester, caught my attention by breaking away from these conventions. Developed by Thousand Games, this game is set to launch on April 21st, and pre-registration is now open!

Metro Quester offers a unique dungeon-crawling RPG experience set in a post-apocalyptic future. Unlike traditional RPGs where you explore ruins from above ground, in Metro Quester, you're trapped underground, navigating the ancient metro lines of a bygone era. This setting evokes a Glukhovky-esque atmosphere, immersing players in a dark and gripping world.

The game boasts character designs by Kazushi Hagiwara, known for works like Bastard!! The Dark God of Destruction, along with other talented artists. This ensures a high-quality, albeit dark and gloomy, world for players to explore.

Kemco stands out with Metro Quester, promising to be a standout in their catalogue. The game combines a dark world with retro top-down dungeon crawling, and offers a rich content package including 24 characters, 8 classes, customizable weapons, a comprehensive bestiary, and more.

While Metro Quester retains the familiar anime style typical of Kemco's games, it's unlikely to be a deterrent for fans. If you're seeking a fresh and intriguing addition to your JRPG collection, mark your calendar for Metro Quester's release on April 21st.

In the meantime, if you're looking for something to keep you occupied, why not explore our list of the top 25 best JRPGs on iOS and RPGs on Android? These titles offer a range of roleplaying experiences from casual and fun to dark and gritty.