Celebrated 2024 JRPG Releases Free Demo on PS5 & PS4 via PS Store

The PlayStation Store is brimming with demos for PS4 and PS5, but only a few have earned high marks from critics. Now, Atlus, the esteemed developer and publisher, is offering something special—a demo for one of its celebrated JRPGs that originally debuted last year: Persona 3 Reload.

Atlus recently announced the release of the demo for Persona 3 Reload on both PS4 and PS5, one year after its initial launch in 2024. This trial version gives players a feel for the game without the fear of wasting their money on something they might not like. The best part? If you decide to buy the game, all your progress from the demo smoothly transitions into the full version, so you won’t have to start from scratch.

According to the demo’s enticing overview, you’ll “step into the shoes of a transfer student caught in a twist of fate.” You’ll awaken extraordinary abilities, uncover the secrets of the Dark Hour, and forge lasting bonds with your companions. The demo invites you to experience the opening of the story, culminating in an epic encounter with a formidable Shadow boss.

Upon its release, Persona 3 Reload was met with significant acclaim. Metacritic, the popular review aggregation site, recorded an impressive average score of 87 from 68 reviews. That alone makes this demo worth a look, even for those who don’t usually delve into the realm of JRPGs.

As for the current pricing, Persona 3 Reload is available on the PS Store for $69.99. But savvy shoppers know that Atlus games often go on sale. Just this past February, the price dropped to $34.99—a great bargain for such a highly regarded title.

But Persona 3 Reload isn’t the only new demo turning heads. Players can also check out the free demo for Metal Edan, an exciting sci-fi shooter from developers Reikon Games and publishers Deep Silver. This game received attention during the February 2025 PlayStation State of Play, alongside many other anticipated games.