Persona 6 Should Dismantle Several Franchise Traditions
Since Persona 3 hit shelves in 2006 the franchise has been on an upward trend that has shown no signs of stopping. Traveling though the PS2, PS3, and even PlayStation Vita before it arrived on the PS4, Persona has solidified its place amongst the best in the JRPG genre. As such, anticipation has built massively for the announcement and subsequent release of Persona 6 that will likely take players on yet another journey into the hearts of not only its fans, but its characters as well. The Atlus-developed series is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2022, and so its popularity seems to be at an all-time high.
However, quarter of a century on the market and in the homes of millions means that there are plenty of mechanics and features that feel outdated or are in desperate need of change. Persona fans are passionate about the franchise they love, but with JRPG powerhouses like Final Fantasy, Dragon Quest, and Tales all evolving with the times, it's becoming harder to stay modern. Persona 6 has the opportunity to once again prove it is deserving of the adoration it so frequently receives, but this may depend on its willingness to set aside some of its otherwise stalwart traditions in search of true innovation.
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To dismantle something doesn't mean to lose it entirely. Sometimes mechanics must be tweaked and philosophies have to be reconsidered in order to facilitate positive change. It's rare to come across a high budget, AAA role-playing franchise that still uses a somewhat simplistic turn-based combat system, but Persona has remained largely unchanged for years. There are a handful of presentational flourishes and minor additions to make it more fun than ever, but comparing it to other
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