"Metro Quester: Kemco's Fresh Release Diverges from Norm"

Whenever I write about Kemco, I find it both invariably welcome and fairly predictable. Their releases of JRPGs from across the pond tend to be high-quality, yet they invariably hit those high-fantasy, melodramatic notes. However, their latest upcoming release, Metro Quester, caught my eye for how it defies all those conventions. This game is set to launch on April 21st, and pre-registration is now open!

In Metro Quester, you'll delve into a dungeon-crawling RPG with a unique twist. Instead of exploring ruins from above ground, you'll navigate a post-apocalyptic, Glukhovky-esque future, trapped underground, roaming the ancient metro lines of a bygone era.

With character designs by Kazushi Hagiwara, known for works like Bastard!! The Dark God of Destruction, and other talented artists, you can expect a high-quality, albeit dark and gloomy world to explore.

Kemco stands outIndeed, I was genuinely pleased to see Metro Quester in my inbox. This game promises to be a standout offering in Kemco's catalogue, thanks to its blend of a dark world and retro top-down dungeon crawling. If you're concerned about content, rest assured: Metro Quester offers 24 characters, 8 classes, customizable weapons, a comprehensive bestiary, and much more.

Admittedly, Metro Quester still retains that familiar anime style. However, I believe many of you won't find this objectionable. So, if you're looking for something new and intriguing to enhance your JRPG obsession, keep an eye out for Metro Quester when it hits storefronts on April 21st!

And if you need something to tide you over in the meantime, why not explore our list of the top 25 best JRPGs on iOS and RPGs on Android? You'll find a wide range of top role-playing experiences, from casual and fun to dark and gritty.