The expansion pass for Persona 3 Reload has been revealed to be already completed before the game's release, according to a well-known Sega leaker. This leak also sheds light on other unexpected details regarding the Persona 3 Reload project, challenging what fans previously thought about its development.

At the Xbox Games Showcase in June 2023, Atlus unveiled the long-awaited remake of Persona 3. This remake is not based on the later versions P3 FES or Portable, but is a fresh take on the original 2006 game. The absence of a remake of The Answer, an important epilogue from P3 FES, has sparked mixed reactions among fans who consider it a crucial part of the experience.

Surprising Completion of The Answer Remake

Months after the initial announcement, Atlus introduced the Persona 3 Reload expansion pass, priced at $34.99, which includes Episode Aigis: The Answer. Despite expectations of ongoing development, the leaker Midori suggests that the entire expansion pass was finished before the February 2 release of Persona 3 Reload.

Unexpectedly Early Development Wrap-Up

Midori's leaks not only imply that The Answer was excluded from the base game but also reveal that Persona 3 Reload was completed almost two years before its launch in spring 2022. This timeline contradicts earlier assumptions about the project's development, indicating a surprisingly short production period of around three years.

While these revelations are unofficial, Midori has a strong track record in leaking accurate information related to Atlus and Sega. The recent confirmation of their leaked details about the Persona 3 Reload expansion pass and its DLC timing adds credibility to their claims. Midori also hinted at Atlus' strategy to enhance game longevity through DLC, drawing parallels to other successful game expansions like those for Lost Judgment.

Additionally, the leaker clarified that Persona 3 Reload will not feature the female protagonist from P3 Portable, aligning with Atlus' current plans for the game's content.