SEES fromPersona 3 Reloadhas a unique trait among the series' other protagonist groups thatPersona 6could take a chance on repeating. Since the protagonists will play a major role in setting the tone for the game, it’s natural for fans to have high expectations in that regard. In that sense,Persona 3tried something that none of the subsequent games have attempted to recreate. WhenPersona 6comes out, it could be the time for the developers to give the concept another shot. Considering howPersona 3 Reloadbrought it back into the spotlight, it’s worth considering.
Theparty ofPersona 6will be the characters that the player will spend the most time with, so the developers will need to take extra care when creating them. Not only are they going to be present for the majority of the player’s battles, but they’ll be the biggest characters in the storyline as well. Aside from the protagonist and the main villain, the party are the characters who will need the most intricate development and design applied to them. A good party can make a strong game even better, which is whatPersona 6’s new Persona users should strive for.
SEES' Party Dynamic Is Still Rather Unique For the Persona Series
Early inPersona 3 Reload’s story, the protagonist is recruited into SEES, an organization that is dedicated to researching Tartarus and the Dark Hour. It is through their work with SEES that the party discovers the secrets behind the Dark Hour, as well as the plans of the game’s antagonists. SEES consists primarily of students from Gekkoukan High School, with a few exceptions such as dropout Shinjiro and loyal dog Koromaru. SEES is backed by the Kirijo Group, the massive corporation owned by the family of party leader Mitsuru Kirijo. This dynamic sets SEES apart from the protagonist groups of later games.
Other Persona Games Have More Independent Party Dynamics
In comparison, later groups likePersona 5’s Phantom ThievesandPersona 4’s Investigation Team are less organized groups that work independently. In addition, the protagonist was involved in establishing these groups, rather than being recruited into a pre-existing team. The difference in dynamic is clear when comparing the games. InPersona 3, the protagonist is SEES' best fighter, but the actual leadership of the group is always in someone else’s hands. Meanwhile,Persona 4and5’s protagonists are treated like the team leader, even with the navigators usually providing direction. The dynamicPersona 6uses will likely have a major influence on the story.
Persona 6’s Party Could Have Dark Secrets if They Follow SEES' Footsteps
Another organization like SEES would have major implications forPersona 6’s setting and party. Putting another character or group in charge would once again put the protagonists in a position of following orders rather than being a fully independent unit. In addition, it would also open the door to plenty of story potential, similar to the secrets surrounding the Kirijo Group inPersona 3. The party’s mission could change on a dime depending on what happens, or their initial patrons could turn out to be the true villains. The potential for story revelations would be the biggest opportunity for a SEES-like group inPersona 6.
InPersona 3, the protagonist is SEES' best fighter, but the actual leadership of the group is always in someone else’s hands.
SEES hasn’t been recreated sincePersona 3, andPersona 6may consider trying to do so.Persona 6can take plenty from past games, from mechanics to story beats. Forming another party dynamic similar to whatPersona 3 Reloadhad would be one of many ways for the game to find its own path. After the last two numbered games, a shake-up of the status quo could be in order.Persona 6’s party could very well end up in the vein ofPersona 3 Reload’s SEES.
Persona 3 Reload
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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.
