RAIDOU Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army Reviews
The remaster nails the technical aspects but holds your hand too much, making detective work less engaging. While real-time combat is smoother, it lacks the depth of other Megami Tensei games. In total RAIDOU Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army offers an intriguing story but ultimately falls short in gameplay potential.
Review in German | Read full review
RAIDOU Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army is a bold and bizarre return for one of ATLUS’s most intriguing offshoots. While a few dated quirks linger, its stylish presentation, satisfying combat loop, and supernatural storytelling make it an essential pick for fans of demon fusion, detective intrigue, and underappreciated gems. Whether on the go or with headphones cranked up at home, this remaster delivers devilishly good value.
This is not a game without a handful of flaws, namely its underwhelming story and really ugly (human) character models. That being said, consider me a brand new fan of Raidou Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army, and the Devil Summoner subseries as a whole. I really enjoyed it being a faster-paced, action-oriented take on the Shin Megami Tensei formula, in an episodic format that makes it highly enjoyable in smaller sessions. It may have aged visually, but mechanically-wise, it still holds the hell (pun intended) up.
RAIDOU Remastered is what a detective noir JRPG should be: strange, stylish, and loaded with secrets. It’s a cult classic polished to a modern shine, one that drags you into its smoky streets and refuses to let go until the last case is closed. Whether you’re a long-time fan or totally new to the Devil Summoner series, this is one case you don’t want to leave unsolved. Step into the fedora, summon a demon or two, and prepare to lose yourself in a murder mystery with a pulse made of thunder and shadows.
RAIDOU Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army is an unexpected move by Sega and Atlus, who finally bring back to our screens the mysterious Japanese demon summoner from the 1930s. This is more than just a remaster, but not quite a remake either. The improvements mainly concern the combat system and some quality of life elements, but in general, what captivates us about Raidou is its unusual and fascinating atmosphere, the result of a combination of esotericism and Taishō-era Japan.
Review in Italian | Read full review
The Devil Summoner’s journey is far from over—and we’re more than ready for the next case, because RAIDOU Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army is an absolute masterclass in how to reintroduce a cult classic. It doesn’t just preserve the soul of the original—it enhances it in every way, breathing new life into one of ATLUS’ most stylish and underrated titles.
If you give Raidou Remastered 15 minutes of your time, you will probably be hooked if you’re an RPG fan. That first episode takes you right into your job as an apprentice detective at Narumi Detective Agency, and you start to meet some interesting characters while uncovering mysteries and a grand conspiracy. There are twists and turns to be experienced, and you certainly get the first glimpses of that when the young girl you meet at the beginning of Episode 1 gets kidnapped right in front of you.
RAIDOU Remastered takes the original Demon Summoner and gives it a plethora of quality-of-life improvements, creating what I would consider an essentially new experience. While the story is the same, engaging combat and a voiced cast help modernise what could have otherwise been a dated PlayStation 2 title. It’s fun, it’s frantic, and it’s unique. This is not only an ode to RPGs past, but proof that ATLAS can and will deliver on its projects.
RAIDOU Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army is a great little gem for the contemporary audiences. If being able to get your hands on this installment of the Devil Summoner series is a real surprise today, it is even more so to note the work done by ATLUS, which has not only significantly modernized the presentation, but has profoundly tweaked the content and combat system. Halfway between remastering and remake (but paradoxically more skewed toward the latter), Raidou Kuzunoha's return nevertheless remains a product for true connoisseurs, appealing to the most ardent fans of the genre and the Megami Tensei franchise.
Review in Italian | Read full review
RAIDOU Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army is an absolutely fantastic RPG with a compelling core loop, much improved combat over the original and some smart, clever ideas that still translate well years later. Despite some age-old backtracking, this is a must-play if you love the Shin Megami Tensei franchise or are looking for your next great RPG hit.
RAIDOU Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army is definitely one of the better RPGs to (re)release this year. Easy to pick up and play, but still challenging, demon fusioning is a fun and addictive mechanic; trying to make your perfect crew. But some quality of life improvement do make the experience a bit irritating. The forced auto-targeting causing headaches during boss battles, the constant hand holding can feel like a detriment. On the good/bad side of things, it’s shorter than most RPGs, clocking in at around 20-ish hours, story only. If you don’t explore and rely on the handholding, it can be ever lower. As a die-hard fan of the original, and the SMT universe as a whole, I still enjoyed my time with RAIDOU Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army despite its shortcomings and I strongly recommend it,
Raidou Remastered is a way to experience a fun piece of SMT history, and it’s another example of Atlus going above and beyond for a remaster.
Raidou Remastered is a faithful revival of a cult classic, enhanced with modern features that make it welcoming even for newcomers to the Shin Megami Tensei universe. The combat remains engaging, elevated by strategic demon management and the addictive fusion system. For collectors, the thrill of assembling a diverse roster of demons is as compelling as ever, especially with skill inheritance playing a crucial role.
While it’s a bit on the shorter side, the distinctive setting and endearing story make for a fun, decently sized adventure, even if the game is still a bit rough around the edges in other regards. For RPGamers looking for a good action RPG, or especially for SMT fans interested in something different from the series’ typical elements, Raidou Remastered is an experience worth picking up.
Raidou Remastered is a fine remake of an underrated PlayStation 2 action title involving the Shin Megami Tensei demon-summoning brand. New players will enjoy what's in store though they shouldn't expect a Persona game. Veterans will appreciate the many, many changes that make the combat challenging and fun, as well as the new look and voice acting. Consider this case solved and filed under "well-deserved", even if some of its fighting can get spotty in the latter half.
RAIDOU Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army is a wonderful time that I found myself enjoying, despite some aspects that make it feel a little dated. The tug-of-war combat mixed with ATLUS' established mechanics and great story make this a worthwhile experience to see through to the end. I enjoyed the fictional time period that it takes place in, and while some of the menus and fixed camera angles make the game feel dated, it still succeeds in what it sets out to do, with great quality of life features that enhance the gameplay in necessary ways. On top of that, it does run on the Steam Deck, but it isn't perfect. It's still very playable, and I would recommend playing it on the go, but just be prepared for some odd framerate issues here and there. I believe these will be fixed sooner or later, but for now, they are infrequent enough to just push through them.
RAIDOU Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army delivers an experience that deeply respects its roots while implementing key improvements to make it more accessible today. Its immersive setting, stylized characters, and agile combat with strategic elements enhance the charm of the title, while the supernatural story keeps interest from start to finish. The addition of new content and customization features also extends the journey's duration and appeal. On the other hand, some limitations from the original still linger. The linear structure, unintuitive exploration, and shallow use of investigation show that the game could have taken more risks in certain aspects. Nonetheless, the balance between nostalgia and renewal works: RAIDOU Remastered is a great opportunity to revisit — or experience for the first time — a unique and intriguing chapter of the Shin Megami Tensei universe.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
RAIDOU Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army is an absolutely first class re-do of what was an already excellent game.
RAIDOU Remastered: The Mystery of The Soulless Army succeeds in staying true to the original 2005 game, bringing some quality-of-life improvements and new content without significantly altering the original experience. Although combat remains the weakest aspect of the paranormal detective’s first solo adventure, RAIDOU Remastered does a great job of introducing the franchise to a new generation of fans while welcoming back longtime followers who have been waiting for the series return.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Raidou Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army combines a unique setting with a good mix of action and exploration thrown in. If you want something different from the Persona series without worrying about a timer and trying to cram as much activity into a day as possible then Raidou Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army could be the game you are looking for to take off the edge.