Emma Ward
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Some of its best moments can only be appreciated by those willing to put in the extra time, which is both a rewarding and unfortunate reality, as not everyone will be able to experience the best the game offers with a single playthrough. But if you have the patience to persevere through some minor shortcomings and a couple of playthroughs, your understanding and appreciation for this game will no doubt mature from a freshly sprouted sapling to a towering conifer.
Persona 5 was my first venture into the series and really set the bar high. Although Persona 3 Reload can’t compare to the depth and detail found in Persona 5, missing some valuable puzzle and stealth elements—as well as the temple-like Mind Palaces connected to each main boss—it also never feels bloated with extra content it really didn’t need (something Persona 5 was guilty of). Persona 3 Reload is a fantastic game that every JRPG fan should experience. I was fully immersed and engaged from start to finish, and ultimately was sad when it finally ended. And with only half of the Personas unlocked on my first playthrough and some storylines left unfinished, I just might take the plunge and play through the new game + before I finally say goodbye to this instant classic.
Having played several Elder Scrolls and Fallout games, I can confidently say that Starfield is Bethesda's biggest achievement yet. It's a triumph for Bethesda, but even more so for every human who ever dreamt of a destiny born in the stars.
The team at Gust did a great job of taking all the elements that worked in the prior two games and adding to them. Sometimes these new features are too frequently thrown at you or are not highly valuable to engage with, such as the excessive dialogue moments or Random Quests. Still, the added layer of detail and complexity they bring to the game just makes the overall experience feel that much more robust. As I watched the countless interactions between Ryza and her friends, it reminded me of who they were at the beginning of the trilogy, and how different they are now. It is truly charming to see them all grow up and come into themselves over the course of the three games. By the time the credits finally rolled, I was sad to know this was the last time I’d see them all, while still feeling a sense of closure to their story.