Shin Megami Tensei
"Shin Megami Tensei If..." was developed as a change from previous "Shin Megami Tensei" titles, focusing on a small-scale environment and threat rather than a large-scale environment as in previous titles. Upon release, "If..." received a positive reception from critics and fans, and inspired multiple tie-in print adaptations and a mobile prequel. Its well-received high school setting was the impetus for the creation of the spin-off "Persona" series.