Summary
Aigis' role inPersona 3 Reloadcould end up being a precursor forPersona 6to debut a new AI character of its own. As the latest entry in the series,Persona 3 Reloadcan easily be looked to as a blueprint to follow in some ways when it comes to designing the next game. With Aigis as a character coming further into focus as of late, it’s not hard to predict that the team behindPersona 6could use her as an inspiration. Some of the latest news surrounding thePersonaseries only furthers this impression.
Every playable character, fromPersona’s hardest-hitting party membersto more specialized characters, has their place in the game. In addition to their utility in battle, they also have their own storyline reasons for being involved in the game’s events. Since the player spends so much time with their party members, it’s important that each of them is likable and interesting and feels like a meaningful addition to the game, from SEES inPersona 3to the Phantom Thieves ofPersona 5.Persona 6’s party will need to reach a similar level of quality.
Aigis Was a Memorable Member of Persona 3’s Cast
Among characters in the series,Aigis inPersona 3 Reloadis a unique party member for a few reasons. The most obvious reason for this is that Aigis is a robot, a trait shared by no other party member aside from Metis, who is exclusive to The Answer. This gives her a gimmick that makes her stand out among the cast. Her other unique quality furthers this, as she inherits the protagonist role in The Answer when the original hero is unavailable. Seeing Aigis' development makes her one of the most interesting characters found inPersona 3.
Remakes of Aigis' Starring Roles Are On the Way
Aigis' profile has been getting a major boost as of late.Persona 3 Reload’s Episode Aigis DLCis a remake of The Answer, the postgame arc starring her as the protagonist.
In addition, a remake of the mobile gameAegis: The First Mission, which also starred Aigis, was announced in April, although only a Japanese release has been confirmed thus far.
With revitalizations of both of Aigis' starring roles on the horizon, she’s going to get a lot of spotlight in the near future. It wouldn’t be surprising if she ends up being just as prominent asPersona 3’s original protagonist.
Aigis Could Inspire an AI Ally in Persona 6
The recent rise of Aigis could be a hint toward the future ofPersona 6. There’s precedent for anon-human party member inPersona 6thanks to characters like Koromaru and Morgana. Aigis and the focus on her role is likewise making an argument for another AI party member in the next game. While it could depend on what themePersona 6ends up using, a robotic party member is an interesting idea that the series has handled well once, and it could likely do so again. It’s not unfair to think that all of Aigis' recent focus could be a good omen.
Persona 6could follow inPersona 3 Reload’s footsteps with its own party member in Aigis' mold. Whatever Atlus decides to do with theprotagonist ofPersona 6, the party is going to play just as important a role. Taking that into account, a new AI party member could explore new territory. Aigis is getting her time in the sun, and it could be a good inspiration forPersona 6.
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.
