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Persona 4 Arena Ultimax

PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, Xbox 360, Arcade, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 3 • 2022

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Quick resume

A Persona 4 Smackdown!

Global score

88/100

Genres

Action, Visual Novel, Fighting

Similar games

    Pros

    • Deep and accessible fighting mechanics
    • Rich story mode with persona 3 and 4 characters
    • Vibrant 2d visuals and animations
    • Rollback netcode improves online play
    • Large character roster with unique playstyles

    Cons

    • Small and inactive online player base
    • Technical issues and crashes reported in port
    • Audio volume inconsistencies
    • Story mode can be repetitive and lengthy
    • Lack of crossplay and rematch options online

    Motivations

    • Autonomy

      Game with the same Autonomy vibe

      4

      "Players can freely choose from a large roster of characters with unique fighting styles and special moves, and can direct their own combat actions and strategies."

      Capsule for Dragon Fist: VR Kung Fu Dragon Fist: VR Kung Fu

      "Players can choose from a large roster of unique characters with distinct fighting styles and freely explore story and arcade modes, including an auto-battle option for casual play."

    • Competence

      Game with the same Competence vibe

      4

      "The game features a deep and complex fighting system with tutorials, challenge modes, and skill-based combo execution, rewarding mastery and technical skill."

      Capsule for BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend

      "The game offers a deep fighting system with a learning curve, combo mechanics, and skill mastery, rewarding player improvement and technical play."

    • Competition

      Game with the same Competition vibe

      3

      "Includes ranked online modes and leaderboards, though online playerbase is small or inactive."

      Capsule for One Piece Burning Blood One Piece Burning Blood

      "Includes online ranked modes and multiplayer matches with leaderboards, though the player base is small and online can be inactive."

    • Continuation

      Game with the same Continuation vibe

      3

      "Players report long play sessions, repeated play with friends, and desire for more content to extend engagement."

      Capsule for YAPYAP YAPYAP

      "Players report long play sessions, habitual play with friends, and extensive story content encouraging extended engagement."

    • Cooperation

      Game with the same Cooperation vibe

      -2

      "Focus is primarily on 1v1 fighting; multiplayer modes are competitive rather than cooperative."

      Capsule for BlazBlue: Chronophantasma Extend BlazBlue: Chronophantasma Extend

      "Focus is primarily on 1v1 fighting; limited evidence of cooperative gameplay or teamwork beyond casual friend matches."

    • Creativity

      Game with the same Creativity vibe

      2

      "Players can experiment with different combos and character-specific movesets, but gameplay follows established fighting game structures with limited customization."

      Capsule for KILL la KILL -IF KILL la KILL -IF

      "Players can experiment with different characters and combos, but the game follows predefined fighting mechanics and character movesets."

    • Domination

      Game with the same Domination vibe

      1

      "Competitive play involves asserting superiority but no reports of toxic domination; mostly balanced interactions."

      Capsule for Orbital Gear Orbital Gear

      "Competitive online play involves asserting superiority, but no strong evidence of toxic domination or trash talk in reviews."

    • Escapism

      Game with the same Escapism vibe

      4

      "Players use the game as a stress relief and immersive distraction, enjoying the fantasy fighting world and characters."

      Capsule for GAROU: MARK OF THE WOLVES GAROU: MARK OF THE WOLVES

      "Players use the game as a fun distraction and stress relief, enjoying the Persona universe and fighting gameplay."

    • Expectation

      Game with the same Expectation vibe

      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily out of personal interest and fandom, with no indication of obligation or external pressure."

      Capsule for Kindergarten 3 Kindergarten 3

      "Players engage voluntarily out of personal interest and fandom, with no indication of obligation or external pressure."

    • Experimenting

      Game with the same Experimenting vibe

      3

      "Players try different characters, strategies, and explore game mechanics and combos."

      Capsule for Sunderfolk Sunderfolk

      "Players try different characters, combos, and strategies, exploring mechanics and learning new techniques."

    • Exploration

      Game with the same Exploration vibe

      2

      "Story mode with multiple character perspectives and branching endings encourages narrative exploration."

      Capsule for BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend

      "Story mode offers multiple character perspectives and narrative paths, encouraging discovery of new story elements."

    • Expression

      Game with the same Expression vibe

      1

      "Some character customization via DLC skins; otherwise standard character presentation."

      Capsule for The Quarry The Quarry

      "Some character customization and cosmetic DLC exist, but mostly players use standard character presentations."

    • Fantasy

      Game with the same Fantasy vibe

      5

      "Strong fantasy elements with supernatural themes, personas, and imaginative storylines."

      Capsule for Persona 4 Golden Persona 4 Golden

      "Strong fantasy elements with Persona characters, supernatural powers, and fictional storylines."

    • Fellowship

      Game with the same Fellowship vibe

      2

      "Some community interaction via Discord and local multiplayer, but online player base is small."

      Capsule for FOOTSIES Rollback Edition FOOTSIES Rollback Edition

      "Community exists around the game with Discord servers and friend groups playing together, but online player base is small."

    • Growth

      Game with the same Growth vibe

      4

      "Players develop fighting skills, learn combos, and improve gameplay through practice and community resources."

      Capsule for Power Rangers: Battle for the Grid Power Rangers: Battle for the Grid

      "Players develop fighting skills, learn combos, and improve gameplay through tutorials and practice."

    • Health

      Game with the same Health vibe

      -5

      "No physical activity involved; sedentary gameplay typical of fighting games."

      Capsule for Rivals of Aether Rivals of Aether

      "No evidence of physical activity; sedentary gameplay typical of fighting games."

    • Idle

      Game with the same Idle vibe

      -3

      "Requires focused attention and continuous engagement during matches and story mode."

      Capsule for Maiden and Spell Maiden and Spell

      "Requires focused attention and continuous engagement during matches and story progression."

    • Intimacy

      Game with the same Intimacy vibe

      1

      "Some social interaction through multiplayer and community but limited evidence of close emotional relationships."

      Capsule for The Scouring The Scouring

      "Some social interaction through online matches and community, but limited evidence of close emotional relationships."

    • Leadership

      Game with the same Leadership vibe

      -4

      "No indication of leadership roles; gameplay is individual or peer-based competition without group management."

      Capsule for JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: All-Star Battle R JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: All-Star Battle R

      "No indication of leadership roles; gameplay is individual and competitive rather than cooperative leadership."

    • Progression

      Game with the same Progression vibe

      3

      "Players unlock characters, DLC, and upgrades; progression through story and multiplayer modes."

      Capsule for Skullgirls 2nd Encore Skullgirls 2nd Encore

      "Players unlock characters, DLC, and progress through story and arcade modes, gaining experience and upgrades."

    • Relaxation

      Game with the same Relaxation vibe

      2

      "Some players find the game relaxing and enjoyable, though combat can be challenging and tense."

      Capsule for Atlas Fallen: Reign Of Sand Atlas Fallen: Reign Of Sand

      "Some players find the game relaxing and fun, though fighting games can also be tense and challenging."

    • Sensation

      Game with the same Sensation vibe

      4

      "Vibrant visuals, dynamic animations, and energetic soundtrack provide strong sensory stimulation and excitement."

      Capsule for Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions

      "Vibrant visuals, dynamic animations, and energetic soundtrack provide strong sensory stimulation and excitement."

    • Status

      Game with the same Status vibe

      2

      "Ranked play and leaderboards provide recognition, but the small player base limits broad social status."

      Capsule for Arcanists Arcanists

      "Competitive online play and leaderboards offer recognition, though the small player base limits broad social status."

    • Story

      Game with the same Story vibe

      4

      "Rich narrative with multiple endings, character interactions, and lore integrated into gameplay."

      Capsule for Uncle Chop's Rocket Shop Uncle Chop's Rocket Shop

      "Rich narrative with multiple character perspectives, voice acting, and connections to Persona 3 and 4 lore."

    • Strategy

      Game with the same Strategy vibe

      4

      "Complex fighting mechanics require planning, timing, and tactical decision-making."

      Capsule for BlazBlue: Chronophantasma Extend BlazBlue: Chronophantasma Extend

      "Fighting mechanics require planning, timing, and tactical decision-making in matches."

    • Thrill

      Game with the same Thrill vibe

      3

      "Players enjoy suspense and excitement from battles, comebacks, and competitive matches."

      Capsule for Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition

      "Players enjoy suspense and excitement from competitive matches and comeback mechanics."

    • Value

      Game with the same Value vibe

      3

      "Offers many hours of gameplay, unlockables, and multiplayer, though some criticize port quality."

      Capsule for NARUTO SHIPPUDEN: Ultimate Ninja STORM 3 Full Burst HD NARUTO SHIPPUDEN: Ultimate Ninja STORM 3 Full Burst HD

      "Offers extensive story content, DLC, and gameplay depth for the price, though some complain about port issues."

    • Violence

      Game with the same Violence vibe

      3

      "Combat-focused gameplay with fighting moves, combos, and character battles."

      Capsule for Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection

      "Combat-focused gameplay with fighting, attacks, and character battles."

    • Survival

      Game with the same Survival vibe

      3

      "Players manage health bars and resources to avoid defeat, with strategic defense and offense."

      Capsule for FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves

      "Players manage health bars and avoid defeat in matches, requiring strategic defense and offense."

    Analysis

    A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Competition, Fellowship, Domination, Status. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Story. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Leadership, Cooperation.

    How to use the graph
    Similar games map

    Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Motivations” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

    • Larger dot with a light outline: the game you are viewing.
    • Colour: groups of games with comparable motivation patterns (statistical clusters).
    • Hover a dot to see the game name; click to open its page.
    • Scroll or double-click the chart to zoom out and see more games.

    Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers.

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    Last update: 30/04/2026