This is a really weird comparison but this game reminded me a lot of Kirby's Return to Dreamland and I mean that in the best way possible. There is a particular vibe that I have only ever felt playing that game as a kid and this one now. Kinda peak ngl.
I quite liked this game but persona is absolutely not beating the monotony simulator allegations because holy shit does it feel like nothing is happening for like 40% of the game
Remember kids, your fate is predetermined and you should sit back and let your best friend die despite being blessed with the power to stop it because... uhh... the universe wills it... or something...