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About Persona 3 FES
Atlus released Persona 3 FES back in April 2007 as an enhanced version of their original PlayStation 2 hit. This add-on disc includes the base game alongside a new chapter called The Answer where you play as Aigis. It is available on both PS2 and PS3 systems. The story follows high schoolers who battle supernatural forces in the Dark Hour while managing daily life. You spend your days attending classes and building relationships with classmates before heading to Tartarus to fight shadows. This edition adds significant depth to the narrative and expands the playable roster for the final act of the tale.
Gameplay
Your day consists of a tight loop where you choose how to spend time slots between school, part-time jobs, or hanging out with friends. Each activity boosts different stats that influence combat performance later. When night falls, you enter Tartarus, a tower filled with enemies. Combat uses a turn-based system where you switch between party members and exploit elemental weaknesses to stagger foes. The real time clock keeps moving forward even during battles, so you must plan your movements carefully. The Answer chapter shifts perspective to Aigis, offering new mechanics and a fresh look at the story conclusion without changing the core simulation loop.
What Players Think
Players and critics have rated this title highly with an IGDB score of 89.8 out of 100 based on 145 ratings. Most users spend around 75 hours to complete the main story, while those chasing 100% finish it in roughly 120 hours. Community mood leans heavily toward nostalgic appreciation for the writing and character depth. Review snippets frequently mention the emotional weight of The Answer as a standout feature. Achievement completion rates sit near 68% among active players on PlayPile. The social simulation elements consistently draw positive feedback for making relationships feel genuine rather than just stat checks.
PlayPile's Take
Persona 3 FES costs around $20 on secondary markets and remains a strong entry point for the series. It offers over 100 achievements to hunt down if you enjoy grinding for completion. This is best suited for players who like slow-burn narratives and don't mind managing a calendar system alongside dungeon crawling. The added epilogue justifies the extra time investment compared to the original release. Skip this only if you hate turn-based combat or prefer faster-paced action games. The final chapter delivers a definitive conclusion that makes the long journey worth the price of admission.
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Single player
IGDB Rating
89.8
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