Engine: Unity Genre: Action RPG Mode: 1 player Developer: Atlus 1st Production
RAIDOU Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army is a stylish resurrection of a cult classic from Atlus' Shin Megami Tensei universe, and it's more than just a visual facelift-it's a full-blown revival that modernizes gameplay while preserving the soul of the original.
Launch Trailer
Story & Characters
Set in an alternate 1930s Taisho-era Tokyo, you play as Raidou Kuzunoha XIV, a Devil Summoner tasked with protecting the Capital from supernatural threats. The game kicks off with a chilling request from a young woman- I want you to kill me - before she's abducted by mysterious red-armored soldiers. What follows is a noir-tinged occult detective story that blends political intrigue, family curses, and demonic conspiracies.
The narrative is rich with melancholy and mystery, but it also knows when to be playful-like when you fist fight yakuza in a bathhouse or chase side quests involving your grumpy feline mentor.
Announcement Trailer
Game Play
The remaster overhauls the original's clunky combat into a fluid real-time action system. Think Dynasty Warriors meets demon summoning: Raidou can slash with a sword, shoot with a revolver, cast spells, and summon up to two demons to fight alongside him. The revamped system introduces teleport dodges, auto-lock targeting, and a mana regeneration mechanic that encourages aggressive play.
Demon fusion and negotiation-hallmarks of the SMT series-are back, but with added depth. Demons now have Investigation Skills like Read Mind or Fly, which are essential for solving cases and exploring hidden areas.
Enhancements & Visuals
RAIDOU Remastered adds quicksave, autosave, fast travel, a mini-map, and a streamlined quest system. These tweaks make the game far more accessible without compromising its challenge.
Visually, while the character models still show their PS2 roots, the art direction is striking, and the voice acting (in both English and Japanese) adds emotional weight to the story. The soundtrack is a standout, with jazzy noir themes and intense battle music that elevate every scene.
Conclusion
RAIDOU Remastered is a love letter to fans of occult mysteries and action RPGs. It's not just a nostalgia trip-it's a thoughtful reimagining that makes a once-niche title feel fresh and relevant. Whether you're a longtime SMT fan or a newcomer curious about demon-summoning detectives, this remaster is well worth your time.
If you're into games that blend mythology, mystery, and mayhem, this one's got your name written in summoning circles. Want to dive deeper into the mechanics or lore? I'd be thrilled to explore it with you.
