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Review of Persona 2: Innocent Sin on PlayStation

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Jun 1999
Cover image of Persona 2: Innocent Sin on PlayStation
Gamefings Score: 8.5
Platform: PlayStation PlayStation logo
Released: 24 Jun 1999
Genre: Role-playing
Developer: Atlus
Publisher: Atlus

Introduction

Welcome to the world where rumors are not just the stuff of gossip! Persona 2: Innocent Sin gives you high school drama, existential crises, and a party of quirky teens battling for their lives. What's even better? You get to summon hilarious and often ridiculous manifestations of their inner psyches, known as Personas. Buckle up and prepare to dive into a plot thicker than your mom's lasagna!

Gameplay

Innocent Sin is a classic turn-based RPG, and you're in control of a gang of misfits attempting to grapple with their demons-figuratively and literally. The game kicks off in the vibrant yet ominous Sumaru City, where innocent rumors begin to warp reality. Sure, you could ignore the neighborhood gossip, but who wouldn't want to spread a rumor about that guy who can never seem to wash his gym socks? As you engage with NPCs, beloved Persona summoning mechanics come into play. You can chat up your enemies, potentially convincing them to drop loot or leave tarot cards-grandma's bingo night just got ramped up to level 11! The auto-map function makes it easy to navigate dungeons, but be prepared for a few random encounters that are as common as a cold in December.

Graphics

For a 1999 release, the visuals are surprisingly stylish-think of them as a cross between an anime episode and a pop art gallery. Patterns and colors pop from the screen, the characters presented with a flair that screams individuality amidst the crowd of teenage angst. Sure, we might see a few pixelated backgrounds that remind us that 'Hey, this is an old game!', but it's absolutely charming in the most nostalgic way. The Personas themselves are often outlandish and creative, like if Tim Burton directed a high school musical.

Conclusion

Persona 2: Innocent Sin wasn't just a game; it was a signal that Atlus was serious about diving into the darker, weirder aspects of storytelling. While it might not appeal to everyone-especially those yearning for a straightforward Knight-in-Shining-Armor story-it offers rich character development, humorous dialogue, and philosophical themes buried beneath layers of teenage drama. So grab your game gear, summon your inner Persona, and face the madness that is Innocent Sin. Just remember: the next time you hear a rumor, it might just come true and manifest as a demon wearing a fluffy pink tutu. Enjoy the psychological chaos and good luck navigating those high school halls!

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