PERSONA 3 Reload DLC Episode Aigis Exclusive to Expansion Pass

Atlus has announced that the much-discussed Episode Aigis DLC for Persona 3 Reload will only be available through the game's $35 expansion pass, sparking controversy among the gaming community. Notably, this expansion, which provides about 30 hours of extra gameplay, was referred to as the "final chapter" of the game, contradicting previous statements about the base game offering a complete experience. Xbox Game Pass subscribers will receive the expansion pass at no extra cost, whereas PlayStation and PC gamers will need to purchase the full pass to access the new content. This decision has been met with backlash from fans, especially those who purchased premium versions of the game, expecting all future content to be included. The episode is already causing dissatisfaction on Steam, where it holds a "mostly negative" rating. Despite these issues, Persona 3 Reload has received praise for its remastered gameplay and emotional storytelling.

The expansion pass for Persona 3 Reload includes the Episode Aigis DLC, additional background music tracks from Persona 4 Golden and Persona 5 Royal, extra costumes, and more. However, it does not encompass previously released downloadable content such as launch costumes and content.

Persona 3 Reload is a remastered version of the original Persona 3 game, which has been a beloved title in the Persona series. Originally released for the PlayStation 2, the game introduced many innovative features, including the integration of social interactions with dungeon crawling, which later became a staple for the series. The game's impact is not only seen in the RPG genre but has also significantly influenced gaming culture, inspiring a variety of spin-off titles, merchandise, and adaptations. The controversy surrounding its DLC is particularly notable given the franchise's loyal fanbase and their high expectations for the treatment of such a cherished title.