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“Persona is a story about growing up,” says the producer (translated viaGoogle, DeepL).

“Such a setting can be most effectively used with students on the verge of becoming adults.”

Persona 3 Reload Episode Aigis screenshot showing Aigis, a young woman with short blonde hair, standing against a tiled blue backdrop

That’s not the only reason behind Atlus' decision to feature young men, however.

“As for gender, this has to do with mental age.

“However, we don’t necessarily think that adults or women are unacceptable.”

Metaphor: ReFantazio anime cutscene screenshot shows Strohl, the protagonist, Gallica, and Hulkenberg looking ahead with shocked expressions.

Persona 3 Portable was unique, too, allowing players to choose between a male and female protagonist.

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