PLATFORM: XBOX ONE/SERIES, PS4/5 (REVIEWED) | RELEASE DATE: OUT NOW
For decades, Atlus has been one of the top RPG developers in the gaming industry, with 2006’s classic Shin Megami Tensei: Persona 3 being one of the company’s most iconic titles. So now in 2024, this legendary title finally has the remake treatment with Persona 3 Reload. But is it worth the price of re-admission to the group known as SEES?
The simple and quick answer is absolutely YES. This is the quintessential version of this timeless story for new and old fans alike. The themes of death, courage and friendship that are explored in the narrative are beautifully realised with a crisp and 4k visual overhaul, with the characters, personas, enemies and environments looking the best in the series. Adding new activities, such as cooking, and extra social links that are all fully voiced and animated adds a breath of fresh air, meaning there is so much more to explore, even if you have played the original countless times. The new voice cast does an incredible job in bringing these characters to life once again, and the subtle but meaningful changes to quality of life, the combat, and fluidity of progression make this a definitive JRPG for all skill levels and appreciation for this sub-genre of gaming that is so important.
Whether you have played a Persona game before, or if this is your first venture into the crazy world of Persona, Persona 3 Reload is a must-play for fans of video games in general, with bucketloads of content and plenty of replayability. No matter your experience with RPGs or Japanese culture, there is so much to love and adore in this title – get it in your collection now!
PERSONA 3 RELOAD is out now.
