The return of the Phantom Thieves of Hearts!
I really enjoyed Strikers, the main reason is just seeing all the characters again and finding out what they have been up to. This is very much a game in which you need to play the original Persona 5 as this is a direct sequel and many references will be completely lost. (It doesn't acknowledge Persona 5 Royale).
The story is surprisingly good actually, leading the Phantom Thieves on a road trip across Japan seeing loads of different locations. The localization and writing is spot on and the voice actors all return for their respective roles if you choose the English voice over option. The new characters introduced here are also really great and fit in perfectly.
I think that's what makes the game so good that despite the change in the action combat system, the lack of social links and made by a different developer (Omega Force, Tecmo Koei's team know for Dynasty Warriors titles) they absolutely nailed the feel of Persona 5 from the characters, writing, bosses and even just small things like camera angles and visual design. This game oozes all the style and charm that it's predecessor was known for and then some including the soundtrack. It's fantastic with a mix of new tracks, old tracks and some remixes. (Life will Change kicking in will never not give me goosebumps)
All that said I never truly warmed up to the combat system. It's just fine. Much like Persona 5 you hit enemies on the map to engage in battle and then it becomes a free for all. The elements are all there, baton passing, using Persona spells, guns, elemental weaknesses etc. They certainly did their best to incorporate every aspect into it but it just comes across as a bit of a mess with too much going on and too many trash mob type enemies. Bosses are still pretty fun to fight using a bit more strategy but overall, and I say this as a Dynasty Warrior and spin off fan of Omega Force the combat here just didn't quite work.
All said and done though getting the platinum took me about 90 hours with all Persona, side quests, skills etc. Beating the game gives you extra bosses, and access to NG+ with a way harder difficulty for those that want it. It's good value for money, nails the experience of a Persona title and still provides those great character moments.
It's more than just a Dynasty Warriors skin. Recommended.
+ Great to see the cast again.
+ Absolutely nails the Persona 5 atmosphere.
+ Story, locations and new cast are great.
+ Excellent soundtrack.
- Combat is functional if not brilliant.
I really enjoyed Strikers, the main reason is just seeing all the characters again and finding out what they have been up to. This is very much a game in which you need to play the original Persona 5 as this is a direct sequel and many references will be completely lost. (It doesn't acknowledge Persona 5 Royale).
The story is surprisingly good actually, leading the Phantom Thieves on a road trip across Japan seeing loads of different locations. The localization and writing is spot on and the voice actors all return for their respective roles if you choose the English voice over option. The new characters introduced here are also really great and fit in perfectly.
I think that's what makes the game so good that despite the change in the action combat system, the lack of social links and made by a different developer (Omega Force, Tecmo Koei's team know for Dynasty Warriors titles) they absolutely nailed the feel of Persona 5 from the characters, writing, bosses and even just small things like camera angles and visual design. This game oozes all the style and charm that it's predecessor was known for and then some including the soundtrack. It's fantastic with a mix of new tracks, old tracks and some remixes. (Life will Change kicking in will never not give me goosebumps)
All that said I never truly warmed up to the combat system. It's just fine. Much like Persona 5 you hit enemies on the map to engage in battle and then it becomes a free for all. The elements are all there, baton passing, using Persona spells, guns, elemental weaknesses etc. They certainly did their best to incorporate every aspect into it but it just comes across as a bit of a mess with too much going on and too many trash mob type enemies. Bosses are still pretty fun to fight using a bit more strategy but overall, and I say this as a Dynasty Warrior and spin off fan of Omega Force the combat here just didn't quite work.
All said and done though getting the platinum took me about 90 hours with all Persona, side quests, skills etc. Beating the game gives you extra bosses, and access to NG+ with a way harder difficulty for those that want it. It's good value for money, nails the experience of a Persona title and still provides those great character moments.
It's more than just a Dynasty Warriors skin. Recommended.
+ Great to see the cast again.
+ Absolutely nails the Persona 5 atmosphere.
+ Story, locations and new cast are great.
+ Excellent soundtrack.
- Combat is functional if not brilliant.