Atlus has struck gold with Persona 3 Reload, reimagining this cult 2000s RPG after the fourth, and especially the fifth, Persona games have skyrocketed the series to a level of popularity that Persona 3 never quite enjoyed.
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PostsThe lavish presentation and bevy of fresh features make Reload an intriguing return trip for those of us who have experienced Tartarus previously, as well as an ample entry point for newcomers to the seminal RPG. We'll go over the most common questions about Persona 3 Reload, so that you can get a good idea of what you're getting yourself into if you grab the game.
What Comes With The Different Versions Of Persona 3 Reload?
It's virtually a given these days, but there are multiple 'tiers' of Persona 3 Reload for purchase, so to speak. There's the base game, which is available both physically and digitally. There are also Digital Deluxe, Digital Premium, and Aigis Editions.
The Deluxe and Premium offerings are both, as the name implies, restricted to digital storefronts. The Aigis Edition is a luxurious physical edition package with several fine extras, including a statue of the titular Aigis character herself.
Both the Digital Premium and Aigis versions include the launch day DLC.
Edition
Base Edition (Physical or Digital)
Digital Deluxe Edition
Digital Premium Edition
Aigis Edition (Physical Only)
Price
PS4 and PS5: $69.99
Xbox One and Xbox Series: $69.99
Steam: $69.99
PS4 and PS5: $79.99
Xbox One and Xbox Series: $79.99
Steam: $79.99
PS4 and PS5: $99.99
Xbox One and Xbox Series: $99.99
Steam: $99.99
PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series: $199.99
Persona 3 Reload
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Artbook
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Soundtrack
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Persona 3 Reload DLC Pack
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Pre-ordering any version nets you the Persona 4 Golden BGM DLC. It may be available for separate purchase at some later date - we just don't know yet!
Is Persona 3 Reload On Xbox Game Pass?
It is - at least, as of this writing. At launch, Persona 3 Reload will be available at no extra charge on Xbox Game Pass; it will be playable on Xbox One, Xbox Series S and X, and PC. That said, few third-party games stick around on Game Pass forever.
When Persona 3 Portable, Persona 4 Golden, and Persona 5 Royal all came to Microsoft's suite, they were on Game Pass as well, but - again, as of this writing - they're no longer there. They might return, and similarly, Persona 3 Reload might leave only to come back years later.
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PostsWhat Is - And Isn't - Persona 3 Reload?
Persona 3 Reload is a from-the-ground-up remake of the original Persona 3, which launched in 2006 for PlayStation 2. The classic Persona 3 was given an enhanced version, Persona 3 FES, which added an epilogue chapter to the game.
This epilogue chapter, a lengthy dungeon-crawler called 'The Answer', is not in Persona 3 Reload.
There's also a PlayStation Portable version of Persona 3 called Persona 3 Portable, which you may be familiar with either as someone who played it back in the day or via its own recent remaster for various consoles and PC.
Unfortunately, the fan-favorite option to play through the story as a female protagonistremains exclusive to Persona 3 Portable.
If you're beginning to feel more 'bummed out' about Persona 3 Reload than excited, don't worry; there is plenty of new content in the remake, from the Theurgy system to increased chances to bond with teammates and plenty of quality of life improvements.
Tartarus, the game-wide dungeon sometimes critiqued as somewhat of a slog, receives plenty of improvements which make ascending the tower far less tedious.
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PostsShould I Play Other Persona Games Before Persona 3 Reload?
You sure can - they're great games, too! - but you won't miss out on any story understanding if you play Persona 3 Reload first. The Persona series is all set in the same universe, but connections are slim, and few characters pop up in multiple installments.
It's pretty hard to get your hands on copies of Persona and the Persona 2 duology these days, and you may well find certain aspects of them rather dated. Persona 3 introduced many things common in its sequels that aren't in its predecessors, too, so expect something quite different!
But again, they're all worth playing. Persona 5 Royal is commonly cited as one of the greatest role-playing games of all time, and Persona 4 Golden has darn near just as many fans.
What Is Theurgy In Persona 3 Reload?
Theurgy is one of several major additions to Persona 3 via this remake. It's a new battle mechanic that can be thought of, to tap into an arguably-overused shorthand, like the Limit Breaks from Final Fantasy games. Each party member has a Theurgy gauge, and once it's full, they can use a unique attack.
Interestingly, each character's Theurgy gauge fills in a method which reflects their personality; for instance, Yukari's gauge fills as she heals her comrades, while Akihiko's gauge is dependent upon raising his attack.
Theurgy is situational insofar as you can keep your gauge maxed-out, holding the attack in reserve for when it will be most needed, as with boss fights and powerful Shadows.
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PostsWhy Won't My Party Members Give Me Items For Elizabeth's Quests?
Velvet Room denizen Elizabeth will provide the protagonist with myriad side quests throughout the course of Persona 3 Reload. Various tasks are involved; among the most common of which is item retrieval. Elizabeth wants to see something, so you fetch it. Easy stuff.
Sometimes, Elizabeth will suggest that a fellow SEES teammate has the item she wants. Typically, these quests also feature deadlines, so it's possible to lock yourself out of ever finishing them.
Naturally, we need to chat up our party members in the dorm for them, but, and this befuddled us aplenty, you must set these quests as active in order for the character to offer you what Elizabeth has requested.
If the character in question still isn't giving you the thing you need, check back with them on future evenings and they will.
Which Social Stats Matter The Most In Persona 3 Reload?
If you've played Persona 4 and/or Persona 5, you'll be acquainted with the five Social Stats and their respective purpose for unlocking content in the form of new Social Links, rare items, and more. And if you've previously played Persona 3, you'll know there are only three in this game.
Academics, Charm, and Courage are Persona 3's trio of Social Stats, and they each have six ranks. You should dedicate many nighttime actions to ranking up all three, but if we're forced to choose which one is the most critical, we'd say Academics.
A high Academics score means similarly high scores on school exams, which will get you a handful of things you simply can't acquire elsewhere.
That said, there are Social Link unlocks at Rank Two, Rank Four, and Rank Max (Six) for every Social Stat. If you want to build relationships with every character (and achieve more during Persona fusions with their respective Arcana), don't neglect any Social Stat.
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