95% dialogue

[Chrisern]

I've played for 3 hours now, and 95% of the game is dialogue. It's like reading a comic book, not playing a game.

Will the world open up into an open world soon, or will I continue to be railroaded like this for many hours still? I find it boring, and so far this game doesn't warrant all the positive reviews, in my opinion.

[Minora]

Like what the others have said in this thread, there are choices matter in this game (not a whole ton, but when it gets to the specific part then yes) that both not only affect the story endings but also your confidants, the characters in this game. Not only does choices matter but managing your time in this game as the days pass by closer to the deadline or doing things. There's a lot of information to take in, which is why we mention that the tutorial of the game is lengthy, but after that you'll be on your own, sure, throughout the game, you will still get tutorial tips but that's really how the game is automated to do, slowly but surely everything does unlock-- (but it's pretty important to understand and remember, whether or not you find yourself knowing it, you will eventually find yourself googling something in the end for tips/etc.)-- assuming that this is probably you're first time playing Persona series (if it isn't, then I;m unsure of what you're trying to say).

You aren't wrong, it is like reading a comic, because well, yes, simply it is a story-driven, visual novel game after all to begin with (excluding the RPG/fighting aspects), the story is what builds up the game and the characters in it. Like what some have said, if you don't like story games or games with too much dialogue, it's basically a no for you in this case, which is why you found it boring. Probably should've done some research before purchasing at the very least to see if it fits up to your expectations, but what's done is done, I still suggest that you should try to play a little more since you're only 3 hours in, but up to you!

Sorry for the explanations, but last but not least, open world. Is it open world? Yes, but also no. If we were to compare Yakuza or FF series and Persona, they do not operate open worlds the same. The most open worldy thing you will get from Persona is traversing through Mementos, Palaces, Parts of Japan-- but they serve a purpose of things like upgrading gear, leveling up social stats, confidants, purchasing items, and so forth, but do keep in mind, time passes by when you do some of these specific things (which I explained in the beginning).

Anyhow, I apologize for the long response, but if you did take the time to read it then I appreciate that xD. Once again, it is your opinion and decision after all, but as a Persona gamer, I do suggest you giving it a try again, otherwise, sorry to hear that it wasn't your cup of tea.

[Chrisern]

Originally posted by Minch:

Like what the others have said in this thread, there are choices matter in this game (not a whole ton, but when it gets to the specific part then yes) that both not only affect the story endings but also your confidants, the characters in this game. Not only does choices matter but managing your time in this game as the days pass by closer to the deadline or doing things. There's a lot of information to take in, which is why we mention that the tutorial of the game is lengthy, but after that you'll be on your own, sure, throughout the game, you will still get tutorial tips but that's really how the game is automated to do, slowly but surely everything does unlock-- (but it's pretty important to understand and remember, whether or not you find yourself knowing it, you will eventually find yourself googling something in the end for tips/etc.)-- assuming that this is probably you're first time playing Persona series (if it isn't, then I;m unsure of what you're trying to say).

You aren't wrong, it is like reading a comic, because well, yes, simply it is a story-driven, visual novel game after all to begin with (excluding the RPG/fighting aspects), the story is what builds up the game and the characters in it. Like what some have said, if you don't like story games or games with too much dialogue, it's basically a no for you in this case, which is why you found it boring. Probably should've done some research before purchasing at the very least to see if it fits up to your expectations, but what's done is done, I still suggest that you should try to play a little more since you're only 3 hours in, but up to you!

Sorry for the explanations, but last but not least, open world. Is it open world? Yes, but also no. If we were to compare Yakuza or FF series and Persona, they do not operate open worlds the same. The most open worldy thing you will get from Persona is traversing through Mementos, Palaces, Parts of Japan-- but they serve a purpose of things like upgrading gear, leveling up social stats, confidants, purchasing items, and so forth, but do keep in mind, time passes by when you do some of these specific things (which I explained in the beginning).

Anyhow, I apologize for the long response, but if you did take the time to read it then I appreciate that xD. Once again, it is your opinion and decision after all, but as a Persona gamer, I do suggest you giving it a try again, otherwise, sorry to hear that it wasn't your cup of tea. :Mask3:

No need to apologize for a lengthy reply! I'll definitely play more, but I didn't realize it was a cross between graphic novel and game. I like story driven games, such as The Witcher 3. But this is my first Persona game ever. I was surprised at how linear it starts out, but hopefully I'll get more immersed as time goes along. Not a bad game, for sure, but a bit too railroady and narrative-driven so far.

[[$$$] Swarm & Scrap Solutions]

Originally posted by Rance:

Most JRPGs do this. Nothing new

Naaa Parsona is A LOT of reading.

[Rhapsody]

Originally posted by h8me No Game:

Originally posted by Rance:

Most JRPGs do this. Nothing new

Naaa Parsona is A LOT of reading.

The difference is in that most JRPGs you can just ignore what is being said, but not in Persona. :V

[The Dogfather]

I struggled with all the hours of dialog and cutscenes initially too, and the fact that it can sometimes be like up to an hour before the game will allow you to save (which honestly nearly killed it for me as I was ready to drop it but a good friend told me to stick with it).

I am seriously glad I did because yes there will still be long ass dialog scenes but the game does open up and once you understand the full mechanics behind almost everything from the social to the dungeon crawling it becomes a blast to play.

It's now one of my favourite games ever. I would suggest sticking with it. At least until you get to second dungeon (because that is kind of where it sunk its hooks into me).

[Delita]

3 hours is about 1/33rd of this game. Which means you haven't even scratched the surface yet. Why would you judge such an enormous game off such a insignificant amount of time with it?

[Arifufu]

u can make it 100% battle once u are able go to palace/mementos

[slvrr]

Just keep playing, it gets better trust me

[Zero, Dark Knight]

(Nintendo Switch P5R owner.)
I'm finding myself frustrated by the constant dialogue and frustration of Morgana deciding what my character can or can't do, just beat a major boss. and then some story plots happened and it's like, wow I've stood around all day inside, bet I can go outside now to get more reputation with someone..
"Morgana: Oh wow i'm tired, we should rest."
- yeah so tiring.. and it feels like it's every day, reading massive automatic dramafests and internal character breaking.
"We all need to agree on a target!"
- well I never agreed to the last target I took down, I actively tried to say no.
- and yes, the days where you get "skip multiple days in a row" and huge dialogue dumps in each day which take 10-15 minutes, leading to an hour or so of dialogue before you can save..? like, let me just start each day individually, please, let the characters meet up and then when I talk to them the dialogue.

Other than wishing Morgana wasn't in the game and caring absolutely nothing for the character because of how annoying he is, and that I could save more often even on "Dud" days, I'm really enjoying P5R even with the fact it seems a "comic book" as OP put it.

but I definitely wouldn't want a repeat of this style on P6.

[fuggles2k]

Abandon ship now OP.

It's a long game 100-150 hours. It's a game about socialising and sometimes fighting. The choices come in who you talk to basically. There are linear good/bad/best endings basically.

It's a persona game. I'm part way through the second castle and I still feel mostly railroaded by the game. I'm fighting that a little bit constricting but know I'm here for a long haul.

[ZippoIII]

Originally posted by chrisern:

Will the world open up into an open world soon

I don't think you know what kind of game this is...

[Rikuto01]

Originally posted by chrisern:

Originally posted by Frey:

I'm curious as to what you expected though.

I expected a game, not a comic book. A game is signified that choices matter. No choices here.

I really hope you get the bad ending.

[Rialm]

The game is more or less: 3 hours of dialogues, 3 or 4 hours of dungeon, 7 hours of fulling around, every chapter.
It manages well the passing, except the beginning and some heavy story moments.
But yeah, the beginning drags a lot but in a good way because we are talking about a game of 130 hours more or less. They want to build the mystery around Persona.

[aseinsha]

Oh no, some story ei?

[Chrisern]

Originally posted by Rikuto01:

Originally posted by chrisern:

I expected a game, not a comic book. A game is signified that choices matter. No choices here.

I really hope you get the bad ending.

Why do you say that?