Dipping his toes into the intriguing world of the Persona game series, user ‘Jokerchyld’ recently shared a post detailing his nuanced, albeit unexpected, experience with the series. Despite having initial apprehensions about the game’s peculiar mix of dating simulation and RPG elements, he admits that he was rapidly won over.
Summary
- Preconceived notions about the game’s ‘dating sim’ elements initially turned the user away.
- The ‘addictive gameplay loop’ and the surprising depth of the in-game mechanics were key factors in changing their mind.
- The user also praised the game for its ‘mature storytelling’ and ‘world-building’.
First Impressions and Transformations
When ‘Jokerchyld’ first installed Persona, he expected to merely rush through the ‘dating stuff’ and spend his time grinding in the RPG. Yet, 30 hours later, he found himself ‘rushing through Tartarus’ just so he could virtually charm a character, Yukari Takeba. As he states, ‘ATLUS is sneaky. This game creeps up on you…’
Tactical Decisions and Gameplay
What captivated our gaming neophyte wasn’t just the romantic adventure, it was the link between character interactions and RPG mechanics. ‘CowardlyMaya_’ in the comments diverts the focus from the dating aspect, elaborating that the social link actions are more like ‘substories’ that contribute to one’s persona, employed in battles.
A Change of Heart
As ‘Jokerchyld’ puts it, the game was a ‘master class in world-building and mature storytelling.’ Taking a step back, he marvels at how he transformed from reluctant beginner to an ardent explorer of the game’s intricacies. Another commenter,’ShanghaiS’, resonates with this metamorphosis, congratulating the rookie for getting ‘sucked into the gameplay loop’ and expressing hopes he enjoys the rest of the game.
Ultimately, this newbie’s journey into the depths of Persona serves as a reminder of the profound impact video games can have, how it’s possible to surprise ourselves when we decide to set preconceptions aside and embrace the unexpected.
