Shoji Meguro, renowned composer of the Persona series and Metaphor: ReFantazio, unveils his latest creation: Guns Undarkness, a tactical stealth RPG. A free demo will be available during the upcoming Steam Next Fest.

Steam Next Fest Demo Launch

Guns Undarkness, a project spearheaded by Meguro, alongside Ilya Kuvshinov (Ghost in the Shell character artist) and rapper Lotus Juice (known for his Persona 3 contributions), will debut a free demo during Steam Next Fest.

Meguro, a veteran Atlus composer since 1995 (working on titles like Shin Megami Tensei and Persona), transitioned to indie development in 2021. Guns Undarkness, initially showcased at Indie Live Expo Winter 2021 and successfully funded via Kickstarter in 2022, will launch its demo on February 24, 2025, with early access planned for later this year.

Metal Gear Solid and Persona Influences

Described as a turn-based tactical JRPG blending elements of Metal Gear Solid and Persona, Guns Undarkness is set in a dystopian 2045. Players assume the role of a private military company operative, undertaking missions, forging alliances, and unraveling global mysteries to save humanity.

Gameplay hinges on stealth and turn-based combat. Successful stealth maneuvers grant combat advantages. Battles utilize firearms and strategic character commands.

The demo offers roughly 20 minutes of gameplay, covering tutorials for controls, combat, weapons, and early-game strategies. The full early access release, slated for Spring 2025, is expected to provide around 10 hours of PC gameplay. A precise release date remains unannounced.