Summary
Set to launch early next month,Persona 3 Reloadis updating the classicShin Megami Tenseispin-off title into a modern era that has seen influence from the series’ more recent success. By taking influence from the gameplay changes found in the popularPersona 5, Atlus seems poised to bring new appreciation to the original through a remake likePersona 3 Reload.
Several features are already set to be adapted intoP3R, but bringing one aspect ofP5Rover in particular has the potential to strengthen the connections between the series. While it’s unknown if there could be a properPersona 5cameo inPersona 3 Reloaddue to discrepancies between the timelines of the two games, there is still one bit of crossover potential in the form of a special challenge battle that would please fans of the franchise if it makes a return.
The Persona 3 Protagonist’s Challenge Battle in Persona 5 Royal
Makoto Yuki is One of P5R’s Most Memorable Encounters
Available as an encounter via DLC, thefan-favorite player character ofPersona 3can be fought inPersona 5as a special encounter in the Velvet Room. Makoto can offer an exceptionally strong resistance with this trial’s level of 50, but beating him directly is not even the most difficult aspect of this fight. There are rewards offered by meeting certain conditions throughout the battle, mainly defeating “S.E.E.S. Boy” within 20 turns. Considering he brings back some of the most iconic personas from his original game, this boss battle has the potential to be one of the most memorable in the game for players of the greaterPersonaseries.
Full Moon and Persona 4’s Foggy Day Battle
In a trend that has established a level of consistent connection between the Soejima-directed Persona titles, Makoto wasn’t the only previous protagonist to appear as an optional boss inP5R.Yu Narukami ofPersona 4is similarly available in his own challenge battle, now dubbed “Investigation Team Boy.” This “Foggy Day” encounter exists oppositePersona 3’s “Full Moon,” leading some fans to theorize what Joker’s battle could be named inPersona 6. WithP3Rannounced and already coming soon instead, however, there’s a good chance thatP5will be able to return the favor with its own guest appearance sooner than expected.
Persona 5’s Own Challenge Battle Potential
With the originalPersona 3having marked the beginning of a style that would continue to evolve into the modern series, it makes sense that its upcoming remake seems to be paying homage to the latest mainline game that has also becomeAtlus’ most successful release. With itsP5-inspired updates to a turn-based combat system and presentation in mind already, a challenge battle encounter with Joker may even find itself in the base game ofReload.
Joker Can Outclass Persona’s Typical Secret Bosses
It remains to be seen ifP5’s player character will make it into the next Persona in any form, but it’s almost certain that a Velvet Room attendant will appear as a challenge battle for the late game. In the case ofP3, it’s likely to be Elizabeth who will serve a similar role as an extremely powerful hidden boss as she once did alongside her male counterpart, Theodore. With the success ofPersona 5and its own DLC cameos behind Atlus now, however, there’s still a decent chance that the studio will cash in on Joker’s popularity and also feature him as the “Ultimate Opponent” ofPersona 3 Reload’s Tartarus.
Persona 3 Reload
WHERE TO PLAY
Step into the shoes of a transfer student thrust into an unexpected fate when entering the hour “hidden” between one day and the next. Awaken an incredible power and chase the mysteries of the Dark Hour, fight for your friends, and leave a mark on their memories forever.Persona 3 Reload is a captivating reimagining of the genre-defining RPG, reborn for the modern era.Experience the pivotal game of the Persona series faithfully remade with cutting-edge graphics, modernized quality-of-life features, and signature stylish UI. Fully immerse yourself in an emotional, gripping journey with new scenes, character interactions, and additional voiceover. Choose how to meaningfully spend each day through various activities from exploring the Port Island to forging genuine bonds with beloved characters. Build and command your optimal team to take down otherworldly Shadows and climb closer to the truth.
