Released way back in 2006 for the PS2, Devil Summoner: Raidou Kuzunoha vs. The Soulless Army was one of the exceptionally rare Action RPGs by developer Atlus. As a spinoff to the broader Shin Megami Tensei series, it followed the exploits of the Raidou, whom some might recognize for his appearance in some versions of […]
Expectations were high for Metaphor: ReFantazio, even before release. It was developed by Atlus’s Studio Zero, with prominent staff who have worked on the Persona series behind it. It’s no surprise that people would have high hopes, despite it being a new IP. It’s time to find out if the game lived up to them. […]
Acting as the final chapter of Persona 3 Reload, Anti-Shadow Suppression Weapon (and adorable android) Aigis takes the lead in a new mission in Persona 3 Reload Episode Aigis: The Answer. This DLC content comes as part of the Persona 3 Reload: Expansion Pass and is a remake of The Answer from Persona 3 FES. […]
Persona 3 Reload is a complete remake of the 2006 PlayStation 2 title, Persona 3. Modern gamers now have the chance to experience this piece of gaming history in a new form. This version made in Unreal Engine certainly looks as new as any recent game. Does it otherwise stand the test of time with […]
Persona 5 Tactica was an unexpected game, at least for me. I suspected the Phantom Thieves would return once again after Persona 5 Strikers, but a tactics RPG in the vein of Valkyria Chronicles or XCOM wouldn’t have been my first guess. It’s not a bad idea though, and I was as excited going into […]
Atlus is mostly known for their work on the Shin Megami Tensei and Persona franchises, but during the mid-2000s, one humble series was born. The Etrian Odyssey games are a series of dungeon-crawling RPGs harkening back to the days of playing computer RPGs with pen and paper. The series has spawned many games since then, all for the DS […]
Persona has turned into one of the most widely celebrated JRPG franchises of all time, and for good reason. Its eclectic blend of tight turn-based gameplay, dungeon-crawling, and social simulation can’t be found elsewhere. The series as we know it now owes much of its current identity to Persona 3, released 16 years ago. Today, […]
Vanillaware is one of those rare developers that seem to constantly produce gold but with a real niche appeal. Ranging from RPGs to beat ’em ups, Vanillaware has now shown their hand with a real-time strategy meets visual novel title. Ladies and gentlemen, it’s time to look at 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim. All Equal Measures […]
Anime, JRPG, and fighting game fans can rejoice. The P-1 tournament is back. Grab your tarot card or evoker, strengthen your social links, and have a great day at your Junes. It’s time for Persona 4 Arena Ultimax. Persona has become a little bit of a household name since Atlus released the enhanced port of […]
Shin Megami Tensei is a long-running franchise. It saw a big win with the success of the spin-off title Persona. What most people don’t know is that it’s a Spin-off of a Spin-off. But this isn’t about Persona – It’s time to duel with Shin Megami Tensei V. 5ive Will Make You Get Down Despite […]