Starting from the demo until the last moments of this game, it really is a masterpiece.

Story is very engaging, main and side characters are rarely one-dimensional, and even dialogue from random npcs feel natural and they actually acknowledge you along with changes to the world state.

Combat mechanics are on point and although sharing roots with the other atlus games is still unique all on its own.

As with other reviews though,the last stretch really does feel some changes were made last minute causing some pacing issues. Post-completion activities are non-existent similar to the previous persona games which is still a bummer. Was hoping for a change in this aspect but we can't have it all.

Playing this on Steam Deck fully was a blast, even with the performance issues. Being able to put the deck on sleep always makes a better experience for these atlus games.

Other than that, a definite recommend from me for anyone who wants a unique and truly genre defining jrpg. Absolutely game of the year 2024 in my view. 👍

Starting from the demo until the last moments of this game, it really is a masterpiece. Story is very engaging, main and side characters are rarely one-dimensional, and even dialogue from random npcs feel natural and they actually acknowledge you along with changes to the world state. Combat mechanics are on point and although sharing roots with the other atlus games is still unique all on its own. As with other reviews though,the last stretch really does feel some changes were made last minute causing some pacing issues. Post-completion activities are non-existent similar to the previous persona games which is still a bummer. Was hoping for a change in this aspect but we can't have it all. Playing this on Steam Deck fully was a blast, even with the performance issues. Being able to put the deck on sleep always makes a better experience for these atlus games. Other than that, a definite recommend from me for anyone who wants a unique and truly genre defining jrpg. Absolutely game of the year 2024 in my view. 👍