Demonschool: Your Step-by-Step Guide to the Best Persona-Like RPG of the Year

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21/11/2025

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Are you waiting for Persona 6, but eager to dive into a new turn based RPG with style, strategy and social systems? Demonschool is your next must play. Launched to 95 % positive reviews on Steam, this indie RPG from Necrosoft mixes tactical battles, personality rich storytelling plus a dash of horror. This is how to jump in and make the most of Demonschool.

1. Understand the Premise

You play as a group of college students who balance school life, friendships but also nighttime demon hunting. Enjoy the quirky charm, character driven plot and vibrant synth music that keeps the energy high.

2. Master the Tactical Combat

In comparison to Persona's turn based system, Demonschool uses a tactical grid for battles:

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Plan Your Squad's Moves: You plot every squad action in advance - all members move at once when you end the turn. Think ahead as well as coordinate!
Embrace the Grid: Positioning is key. Use the grid to flank enemies and avoid attacks.

3. Build Relationships

Your relationships matter. When you strengthen friendships or deeper bonds with squad members, you unlock new skills or story events. Spend daily free time talking to them to raise team synergy.

4. Enjoy the Unique Style

The game is exuberantly campy, with grotesque enemies, a bold color palette and campy horror themes. Let yourself enjoy the homage to classic Nintendo DS RPGs also the playful writing.

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5. Take Advantage of Tips from Players

Early reviewers praise Demonschool for its creative flair and battle system. Experiment - try different squad setups, test your favorite relationship pairs next to enjoy the playful tone.

With Persona 6 still unreleased, Demonschool is the closest new experience for fans who crave the mix of school life, strategy and supernatural encounters. Dive in plus start saving the world - one demon-battle and study session at a time!

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