No. Mainline entries are mostly self-contained. Pick a starting point and begin your calendar-management era.
Persona 5 Royal is usually the smoothest start. Persona 3 Reload is also excellent if you want newer tech with foundational story DNA.
Yes. Combat is turn-based with elemental weaknesses, baton-pass style momentum, and heavy party setup strategy.
Historically yes, but modern Persona entries are fully understandable on their own.
Long. Expect 70–120 hours for main story plus side content, depending on completion goals.
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