Step back into Taishō-era Tokyo with a fresh coat of 4K paint, audio enhancements, combat changes, and enough quality-of-life tweaks to make this 2006 cult classic feel genuinely modern. Here's everything you need to know before you step back into 1930s Tokyo, including the Raidou Remastered platforms, edition differences, the biggest gameplay changes, as well as a few tips for how to deal with those demons at the start of the game.
What Is Raidou Remastered?
Raidou Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army is Atlus’ new remaster of the iconic game from 2006 Devil Summoner: Raidou Kuzunoha vs. the Soulless Army. The Taishō-period detective hook remains intact: you’re Raidou Kuzunoha XIV, a Devil Summoner charged with unraveling an army of steam‑punk supersoldiers threatening 1930s Tokyo. The game stays faithful to its origins, but it's also gotten a full visual, audio and combat revamp more fitting to our times.
Release Details & Editions
| Edition | Price | Contents |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | USD 49.99 | Base game + launch-week 10 % discount on Steam and Xbox. |
| Digital Deluxe | USD 69.99 | OST (20 tracks), Taishō Detective costume pack, three “Retro Lens” screen filters. |
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Collector’s Edition (Limited Run) |
USD 249.99 | Physical switchable cover, art book, Raidou figurine, OST on vinyl. |
Launch: 19 June 2025 on PC (Steam), PS5/PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Switch and Switch 2. Pre‑loading opened 48 hours early on PlayStation and Xbox storefronts.
Ten Biggest Upgrades Over the 2006 PS2 Original
| Upgrade | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| 4K/60 FPS visuals + HDR | Crisp image quality, zero lag. |
| Completely re‑timed real‑time combat engine | Summon up to two demons to fight at your side, learn special abilities and forge better swords. |
| Demon Fusion | Demons transfer skills when fused, meaning you can craft and get the best combos available. |
| Premium Devil Chart | Register multiple versions of the same demon, especially useful if they have different stats and bonuses. |
| Stealth Strike | Gain a bonus when entering into battles. |
| Express Streetcars | Hop between districts instantly. |
| Auto‑save + manual quick‑save | Safety net before boss gauntlets. |
| Accessibility | Added lock-on mode for easier combat. |
| Minimap & quest pins | Tracks side cases in each ward. |
| Party‑wide EXP | No more bench‑warming demons. |
| Sleuth Difficulty | A special game mode with no game over |
Hands‑On Performance & Accessibility
• Steam Deck runs a perfect 60 FPS at Medium presets; battery drain averages 12 W—about four hours of play.
• ASUS ROG Ally runs natively thanks to Atlus’ Windows build, with gyro aiming mapped to the right stick by default.
Critical Reception Snapshot
| Outlet | Verdict |
|---|---|
| Checkpoint Gaming | “Textbook remaster… feels like a modern SMT.” |
| RPG Site | Praises QoL but notes combat plateau late‑game. |
| DualShockers | Welcomes autosave & fast travel, calls story timeless. |
| TheGamer | Criticises pacing; says the remaster “wastes potential” despite strong soundtrack. |
FAQ
Yes—Raidou’s timeline sits adjacent to the main SMT continuity, similar to the Persona series.
No. Progression and demon compendium formats changed, so old saves are incompatible.
It remains a single‑player detective RPG; the new features are quality‑of‑life upgrades only.
Steam Deck: 60 FPS at Medium;
ROG Ally: 60 FPS on High with FSR 2.1.
Between the fancy new visuals, a new Demon Fusion system, a rework of plenty of systems and UIs, this is shaping up to be a great remaster. If you missed Raidou back in the PS2 era, this is the time to step into Raidou's shoes and investigate Tokyo. Happy summoning, detectives! Make sure to check out our Shin Megami Tensei V weakness for all enemy types here on Pro Game Guides before you go.
