Persona 3 Reload gets a trailer that features its new English cast, which debuted in the Anime Expo 2023 showcase.
ATLUS has recently revealed the English trailer forPersona 3remake, known as Persona 3 Reload, which is set to release in early 2024 worldwide. The footage was shown off at this year’s Anime Expo. This is the first time the new English cast gets to show off their stuff on a global scale.
Step into the shoes of a transfer student thrust into an unexpected fate when entering the enigmatic hour that lies “hidden” between one day and the next. Unleash an extraordinary power as you delve into the mysteries of the Dark Hour. Meet new friends, fight beside them, and create lasting memories.
Persona 3 Reload presents a fan favorite in the Persona series. It is reimagined with cutting-edge graphics, modernized quality-of-life features, and an expectedly stylish user interface. Players will get to revisit the emotional and gripping journey, enriched with new scenes, character interactions, and additional voiceovers.
Embrace the freedom to shape your destiny by thoughtfully allocating your time to a range of activities, from exploring the vibrant Port Island to nurturing genuine connections with beloved characters. Assemble and lead your ideal team, strategizing to overcome otherworldly Shadows and unravel the truth that lies beneath.
Persona 3 Perfected
2023 has been quite the year for remakes, in fact, considering we have had heavy hitters such asDead SpaceandResident Evil 4grace our consoles and PCs. Of course, this Remake wouldn’t gain that title without substantial changes. Here are some of the more notable ones.
As expected, the graphics and aesthetics get the biggest change from the original. Everything has been enhanced with overhauled character designs, sprites, GUI, and immersive map models. Graphics will support up to 4k resolution, though it seems like the framerate will be limited to only 60 fps. Other noteworthy additions include a minimap, an objectives bar, and even more NPCs within Gekkoukan High School.
Next are some enhancements to the story. Some characters will be getting new side stories, fleshing out their personalities, and offering more time with us to bond. These are separate from the already existing Social Link in-game mechanics.
Last is the entirely new English voice-acting cast alongside some re-recorded Japanese voices. Old characters get new life with the talents of notable names in the industry. Some include Aleks Le (The Callisto Protocol,Cyberpunk: Edgerunners), Heather Gonzales (Octopath Traveler II,Honkai Star Rail,Diablo IV, andTears of the Kingdom), and Allegra Clark (Redemption Reapers,Fire Emblem: Three Houses,Scarlet Nexus), to name a few.
Persona 3 Reload is helmed by a new generation of talented developers at ATLUS. Takuya Yamaguchi as the director and Ryota Niitsuma as the producer, taking over from Katsura Hashino. Their focus during development was on deepening the game’s already solid foundation instead of drastically evolving the title.
Development of the remake started in late 2019. Their aim was to create a game on a similar scale to Persona 5, which had become the benchmark for fans of the series in Japan and abroad.
Drawing inspiration from the abbreviation “R,” similar toPersona 5 Royal, the developers opted for the subtitle “Reload” in Persona 3 Reload. This choice makes it stand out from the original while capturing more intrigue than a straightforward “Persona 3 Remake” title. The selection of “Reload” was additionally influenced by the Evoker’s visual resemblance to a gun, aligning with the aesthetics of the Persona series. Although “Reloaded” would have sounded better (like The Matrix: Reloaded), that would have focused too much on the firearm side. Reload matches the video game nature of the… game.
Waiting for the Persona
Persona 3 Reload promises to exhilarate both existing fans and newcomers alike. It will offer a fresh and modernized experience that celebrates the legacy of the original game while introducing a much-needed facelift. Prepare to immerse yourself in a compelling journey through the Dark Hour, where bonds are forged, mysteries unravel, and memories are etched forever.
Developed and published by ATLUS, Persona 3 Reload is a turn-based role-playing video game that reimagines the genre-defining RPG, originally released asPersona 3.
The game will be available on various platforms. This includes PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC via Steam and Microsoft Store. Additionally, players will have the opportunity to enjoy Persona 3 Reload on Day 1 through Xbox Game Pass. It is planned to release “sometime” in2024.
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