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  1. Aug 11, 2023
    10
    I would suggest not playing this game, as it will make you stay up all hours of the night with no youtube.
  2. Aug 10, 2023
    9
    Beautiful game, incredible, hard to describe, it's been a long time since I felt like this with a game, if you're looking for a quality JRPG to play, you can go with Persona 5, best JRPG I've played in years.
  3. Feb 21, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love this game and adore the characters. The leads are a very colorful cast of miscreants and outcasts. Fun game with a great mix of challenge. Colorful and fantastical presentation, some cringe worth and silly dialogue, but hey they are a bunch of teens and adults trying to sound cool in front of said teens. The issues I have is the third act falls apart before and after the climax, the need for Atlus to make replay-ability like its predecessors. Only issue with that is they did not make any other reason, to do so, like other games in which you get different plot lines, alternate endings strictly for completing it multiple times, like Nier Automata or hell even New Gundam Breaker. The sole reason to complete it again is for the different personas, but then you realize, you have played the same dungeons, same side quest, four to five times for personas to beat the same dungeons and bosses you have already beaten several times before. The game is far from perfect, but it is still an awesome game. Expand
  4. Jul 18, 2023
    10
    This game just made me happier in my life. This game is all you need when feeling frustrating, or sad, or anything at all. It makes you cry, laugh and enjoy. It is my favourite game, by far, after 20 years playing RPGs and more specifically, JRPGs.
  5. Jul 6, 2023
    10
    Uma experiência tão boa que eu poderia definir Persona 5 com essas palavras : ''ao acabar Persona 5, você sai do Persona, mas Persona não sai de você'', você continuará pensando nas personagens incríveis que encontrou no caminho, cada encontro, rolê com Ryuji, seus dias de justiceiro como Phantom Thief...
    Persona é um jogo deveras longo, demorei em torno de 1 ano para zera-lo (pessoas
    Uma experiência tão boa que eu poderia definir Persona 5 com essas palavras : ''ao acabar Persona 5, você sai do Persona, mas Persona não sai de você'', você continuará pensando nas personagens incríveis que encontrou no caminho, cada encontro, rolê com Ryuji, seus dias de justiceiro como Phantom Thief...
    Persona é um jogo deveras longo, demorei em torno de 1 ano para zera-lo (pessoas com mais tempo disponível devem terminar em menos, visto que há 130-145h de jogo), e isso valeu cada segundo investido.
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  6. Jun 28, 2023
    9
    My only complaint is that this game is far too long. I've got nothing against long games, but near 100 hours is too much in my opinion. If it was a bit shorter I would probably give it a 10, but it started to drag towards the end.
  7. May 1, 2021
    10
    Persona 5 was the first JRPG I've played in my life and it pretty much changed my thoughts torwards the JRPG genre.
    First of all, the story is fantastic! It's extremely long, it takes at least 80 hours to finish but it's very well written and fun to go through, thanks to the surprising amount of plot twists and turns.
    Gameplay-wise, it's quite challenging but very addictive; in fact, the
    Persona 5 was the first JRPG I've played in my life and it pretty much changed my thoughts torwards the JRPG genre.
    First of all, the story is fantastic! It's extremely long, it takes at least 80 hours to finish but it's very well written and fun to go through, thanks to the surprising amount of plot twists and turns.
    Gameplay-wise, it's quite challenging but very addictive; in fact, the whole game is one of the most addictive single-player videogames I've played in a while! I could play for 5+ hours straight and feel that it wasn't enough.
    The combat is turn based and you can control every character from your party. You can use various type of attacks, items, mechanics, and Persona attacks while spending HP or SP (stamina) with each one of the characters.
    By the way, when you knock down all the targets, you can use an All-Out Attack, but you can also have conversation with the targets instead, in order to collect them as Personas or steal. All those mechanics are wonderful.
    The cast is definitely one of my absolute favorites in a videogame so far.
    Also, I cannot praise enough how impressive the soundtrack and the art style of the game are; they're absolutely god-tier!
    Lastly, during free roam, you can basically do whatever you can do in real life in order to improve your social stats that affect your relationships you make with the other characters.
    However, the story has some pacing issues and the freedom you're given outside of the metaverse feels quite limited.

    Pros:
    + Wonderful story
    + Very addictive gameplay
    + Excellent characters
    + Awesome mechanics
    + Godlike soundtrack and art style

    Cons:
    - Minor pacing issues
    - Lack of enough freedom

    Narrative: 9/10
    Gameplay: 10/10
    Content: 10/10
    Characters: 10/10
    Music: 10/10
    Art Style: 10/10

    Final Rating: 10/10
    - Masterpiece -
    Persona 5 is a game full of style and confidence. The Phantom Thieves stole my heart and Persona 5 is one of the best videogames I've ever played!

    Do I recommend it?:
    Hell yes! I recommend everyone to give this masterpiece a try.
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  8. Jun 24, 2023
    10
    In 2018, I bought a PS4 to play P5. On the night of staying up late to play the finale, at three o'clock in the middle of the night, I watched the finale animation alone and cried into tears.
  9. Jun 9, 2023
    8
    One of the most fun turn based strategy games ive ever played. Both the combat gameplay and the life management gameplay are fun and engaging. Characters are diverse and interesting. Main plot takes a bit to get going but really gets going in interesting directions. Problem is the main story goes off the rails in the last two chapters and it really drags down the overall experience. MusicOne of the most fun turn based strategy games ive ever played. Both the combat gameplay and the life management gameplay are fun and engaging. Characters are diverse and interesting. Main plot takes a bit to get going but really gets going in interesting directions. Problem is the main story goes off the rails in the last two chapters and it really drags down the overall experience. Music is awesome. Does allow the underage main character to enter a relationship with his schoolteacher though, which is gross. Expand
  10. May 19, 2023
    10
    a great game, the royal version turned Persona 5 from an 8 to a 10 for, 120 hours that never bored me and when i finished the game i felt so empty tht wanted to replay it one more time
  11. Apr 26, 2023
    8
    Used to be obsessed with videos on you tube about the game and when I finally got to get a PlayStation and played it, it lived up to the hype. Absolutely love it, it is a masterpiece.
  12. Apr 17, 2023
    9
    Despite my difficulties to enjoy it again, even in 2023, it is still a beautiful experience that I don’t talk about as much as before.
  13. Apr 13, 2023
    10
    it's just a **** perfect game, probably top 5 of all time. Even better than p4
  14. Apr 10, 2023
    10
    One of the best JRPG's of all time. Persona 5 was the first JRPG i have ever played and i F**KIN loved it. I played Persona 5 Royal more but i would recommend Persona 5 Royal AFTER playing Persona 5 because you will notice the changes.
  15. Mar 29, 2023
    10
    One of the best jrpg of today. Spectacular in every way. waiting for the release of 6
  16. Mar 27, 2023
    9
    I first saw persona 5 when i checked this website a couple of years ago. Upon seeing the positive reviews, I decided to give it a go, even though the gameplay didn't particularly pull me in from youtube footage. I had intended for this game to be my last ps4 game. I was starting to have enough of gaming as a whole, for many reasons. I ended up playing a game so good, that I decided toI first saw persona 5 when i checked this website a couple of years ago. Upon seeing the positive reviews, I decided to give it a go, even though the gameplay didn't particularly pull me in from youtube footage. I had intended for this game to be my last ps4 game. I was starting to have enough of gaming as a whole, for many reasons. I ended up playing a game so good, that I decided to never stop gaming. it reinvigorated my love for gaming. It is one of the rare games i wish i had not played, because now, i will never be able to experience it anew. Despite being a ps3 game, it surpassed my expectations, and it will be enjoyable for eternity.

    Best stuff: the artistic vision and unique game design/ui. the awesome music. the loveable characters. the personas themselves remind me of my childhood with pokemon. The things to do in tokyo.

    What could have improved the game: Joker's lack of voice, absence of character customisation in game - wait its DLC...

    In conclusion: The game is practically flawless, it kept me fully interested for so many hours, and is memorable and fun. For a month, the phantom thieves became my only and best friends. I don't know how they made the characters feel as real as they felt to me. I give this game a 93/100
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  17. Mar 3, 2023
    9
    One of my favorites of all time I love the characters and the overall look of the game is amazing. Weakest of the persona protagonists imo and the story itself drags pretty hard in places but after replaying it 4 times it still is something I could see myself coming back to.
  18. Mar 3, 2023
    10
    The best game of all time.‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎

    Final Rating: "Masterpiece" ~ 10/10.
  19. Feb 9, 2023
    8
    cant say a good combat mode to fit in a 50h's walkthrough. However, others like music and graphics is so much modern and astonishing.
  20. Feb 9, 2023
    10
    Great Gameplay the best Soundtrack I have heard in a game so far and fun to play 90+ hours in recommended 100% for everyone
  21. Feb 8, 2023
    9
    Good story and enjoyable RPG game would recommend and play again. The world's are well thought out and the personas you both get and fight have there own personality. The characters are well thought out with there own storyline and impact on the story. The extra features like gyms, crafting, school questions etc. But my problem is that all the perfecting and stay boost take too long toGood story and enjoyable RPG game would recommend and play again. The world's are well thought out and the personas you both get and fight have there own personality. The characters are well thought out with there own storyline and impact on the story. The extra features like gyms, crafting, school questions etc. But my problem is that all the perfecting and stay boost take too long to grind for because you barley get chance to leave Leblanc without Morgana telling you to sleep but good game 9/10 Expand
  22. Feb 4, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. P5天下第一,塞尔达是天。
    做为P系列的第5部正作,这个系列给我的感觉是逐步完善,厚积薄发
    P3,P4的一步步改进,到P5集大成者的惊艳问世,无论音乐,剧情,人设,战斗等都没有明显短板,整体体验极佳。如果要挑一些缺点,可能就是并非所有人都喜欢的画风和中规中矩的回合制战斗,但这并不影响它的优秀。
    倒序+插叙+大逆转的优秀剧情,恰到好处的音乐,并不让人厌烦的战斗,出场人数较多又个个存在感极强的角色,这些元素混合在一起,带给你一个可以互动的日番,让人久久沉浸其中,并在心底呐喊:这个世界我们收下了!
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  23. Feb 3, 2023
    8
    Overall very good game. A good mix that pays homage to the older titles, while still being modern Persona.

    Looks aesthetically amazing, and feels good to play. Music, etc. Is top quality as always. However the main cast lacks in the writing department after their respective Palaces and Confidants are finished. Antagonists are a mixed bag in quality. Akechi is severely underutilized
    Overall very good game. A good mix that pays homage to the older titles, while still being modern Persona.

    Looks aesthetically amazing, and feels good to play. Music, etc. Is top quality as always.

    However the main cast lacks in the writing department after their respective Palaces and Confidants are finished. Antagonists are a mixed bag in quality. Akechi is severely underutilized (feels unfinished). Also similar to KH3, this game feels to easy due to the sheer amount of things you can do for battle.

    Overall good, despite my issues.
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  24. Jan 31, 2023
    10
    The first game I played on PS4. One of the most beautiful games stylistically, with fun gameplay to match. The difficulty is more slightly difficult than in Royal (due to no Jazz Club, darts, billiards and baton pass mechanics changed), making you think strategically both in fights and how you spend your time. While the story’s twists can be a bit predictable from the start, it’s still funThe first game I played on PS4. One of the most beautiful games stylistically, with fun gameplay to match. The difficulty is more slightly difficult than in Royal (due to no Jazz Club, darts, billiards and baton pass mechanics changed), making you think strategically both in fights and how you spend your time. While the story’s twists can be a bit predictable from the start, it’s still fun to follow the plot and see where it goes. It’s great for newcomers to the series but I would’ve loved to see a bit more difficulty comparable to mainline. Expand
  25. Jan 30, 2023
    10
    It's a game that you can play just by purchasing PS5 and becoming a plus member. I can't believe such a great game. I've never thought it was a hassle because it's a fashionable game that eliminates the annoying parts of an RPG game as much as possible. The BGM and the game system are very interesting, and you can gradually improve your status through studying everyday life, relationshipsIt's a game that you can play just by purchasing PS5 and becoming a plus member. I can't believe such a great game. I've never thought it was a hassle because it's a fashionable game that eliminates the annoying parts of an RPG game as much as possible. The BGM and the game system are very interesting, and you can gradually improve your status through studying everyday life, relationships and hobbies, you can enjoy the future that changes because you have improved it, and the story is suspenseful but fantasy. It's devilish, spiritual, or fun with settings like those found in funny anime and movies for adults and kids alike. It's like a dream that you can do such a wonderful thing just by buying a PS5. If you haven't played, try it. There seems to be a separate full version, but I was happy with this alone. The full version is what I heard from people who played that new characters appeared and only changed a little. Expand
  26. Jan 22, 2023
    10
    I am not a big fan of turn based rpg's so I was very hesitant to play Persona 5 but I decided to take a shot and download it. That was one of the best decisions I have ever made. Nearly everything about persona 5 floored me, from the beautifully designed palaces, to the wonderful cast of characters, to the flashy, turn-based combat, to the best ost in a video game ever. I felt every secondI am not a big fan of turn based rpg's so I was very hesitant to play Persona 5 but I decided to take a shot and download it. That was one of the best decisions I have ever made. Nearly everything about persona 5 floored me, from the beautifully designed palaces, to the wonderful cast of characters, to the flashy, turn-based combat, to the best ost in a video game ever. I felt every second of my 80 hour playthrough was well spent and I was tearing up at the end, not because the ending was sad, but because I was sad that I wasn't going to spend any more time with the characters I loved in a world I truly cared about. Persona 5 has a few minor problems, but they don't hold the game back from being one of the best I've ever played. Can't wait to play persona 5 Royal when persona 5 is no longer fresh in my memory. Expand
  27. Jan 10, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Que jogo espetacular, de verdade, do início ao fim ele consegue te prender e te manter entretido e animado tanto com a gameplay que tem diversos pontos positivos em relação aos antecessores como a adição de armas de fogo, a câmera melhor pontuada, divisão de botões para cada ação, mais Personas que podem ser usadas em combate (estas estando repletas de novas habilidades) além do quesito dos social links, que desenvolve muito bem a história dos personagens coadjuvantes. No quesito gráfico o jogo é bastante bonito pois se apropria do estilo anime e utiliza isso para esconder as limitações do hardware do PlayStation 3, a história é incrível e repleta de reviravoltas marcantes e de personagens espetaculares. Expand
  28. Jan 4, 2023
    10
    Великолепная. Идеально почти все. Сюжет, саундтрек, атмосфера. Наверное лучшая реализация JRPG что может быть. Игровой процесс достаточно затяжной, у меня ушло около 140 часов на прохождение. Боевая система надоедает за такой промежуток времени. Тактику начинаешь продумывать уже к более позднему мидгейму. Одна из тех игр, где ты действительно переживаешь за каждого персонажа - а неВеликолепная. Идеально почти все. Сюжет, саундтрек, атмосфера. Наверное лучшая реализация JRPG что может быть. Игровой процесс достаточно затяжной, у меня ушло около 140 часов на прохождение. Боевая система надоедает за такой промежуток времени. Тактику начинаешь продумывать уже к более позднему мидгейму. Одна из тех игр, где ты действительно переживаешь за каждого персонажа - а не относишься к ним как обычная NPC кукла. Последняя глава показалось мне абсурдом, можно было сделать , немного менее абстрактную. Тем кто не играл советую все же играть в Royal версию. Expand
  29. Dec 31, 2022
    8
    it's different from everything, a good turn based RPG with a really tripping story.
  30. Dec 30, 2022
    10
    If Persona 4 was already sensational, 5 takes all that and improves a lot. Better looking graphics, a great story with a sense of rewarding your goals, a new reward system for social link levels, a colossally stylish HUD, improvements to battle (particularly in a group) and the soundtrack, as always, sensational.
    Its only problem is the decrease in memorable moments with all friends
    If Persona 4 was already sensational, 5 takes all that and improves a lot. Better looking graphics, a great story with a sense of rewarding your goals, a new reward system for social link levels, a colossally stylish HUD, improvements to battle (particularly in a group) and the soundtrack, as always, sensational.
    Its only problem is the decrease in memorable moments with all friends together, but even that doesn't change how sensational this game is.
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  31. Dec 20, 2022
    10
    The Phantom Thieves are so god dam awesome, I wish Japanese people were real.
  32. Dec 12, 2022
    10
    Very nice. I like it alot and i think its undetared for how good it is also shush those who have put it as negative.
  33. Dec 11, 2022
    9
    The Persona series has long been a fan favorite but previous games often had a high learning curve especially games like Persona 2 and 3 which were exceptionally difficult games which prevented and scared off potential fans to the series, even the mighty Persona 4 had a high difficulty ceiling but thankfully Atlus carefully crafted Persona 5 to be easily accessible to all player types andThe Persona series has long been a fan favorite but previous games often had a high learning curve especially games like Persona 2 and 3 which were exceptionally difficult games which prevented and scared off potential fans to the series, even the mighty Persona 4 had a high difficulty ceiling but thankfully Atlus carefully crafted Persona 5 to be easily accessible to all player types and that aspect along with a great story helped to create a classic experience for JRPG and casual players alike. Expand
  34. Nov 30, 2022
    10
    Excellent game.
    The combat system and the story are well made and let you enjoy the game without making it boring, even though it is a long game (around 60-80h)
    Don't worry about the name, you don't have to play the preceding titles, since they're all stand-alone stories.
  35. Nov 27, 2022
    9
    This game made me realize how important a good cast can be, and it got me into RPGS, and turn based battles. The story is great, the gameplay is great, the setting is great, the art style is great, the waifus are great and the soundtrack is god tier.
    This game has it's issues, but not enough to remove it from my favorite game of all time.
  36. Oct 29, 2022
    10
    I was never interested in jrpg's until i played this, has to be one of the greatest games out there, if its your first time playing jrpgs this is a must buy game
  37. Oct 20, 2022
    10
    I never played a Persona game before. Now, it's one of my top 10 games of all time. Maybe the most unique game as well. I didn't expect it to be 80 hours long either.

    The concept is incredible. The presentation is immaculate. The gameplay is flashy and deep. The characters are like friends.

    Must play even on a PS5 and in 2030 if you haven't.
  38. Sep 15, 2022
    8
    One of the most memorable JRPGs of the generation. The unique art style and fun gameplay that is based on the Shin Megami Tensei series, of the most acclaimed turn-based games, make it an experience that would turn any new person in the RPG sphere into an aspiring fanatic of the Persona series and open its doors to more games of the genre. The only thing keeping its score at an 8 is itsOne of the most memorable JRPGs of the generation. The unique art style and fun gameplay that is based on the Shin Megami Tensei series, of the most acclaimed turn-based games, make it an experience that would turn any new person in the RPG sphere into an aspiring fanatic of the Persona series and open its doors to more games of the genre. The only thing keeping its score at an 8 is its storytelling not being as interesting as the other Persona games. Expand
  39. Sep 9, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It has a much darker story line then all the other games in the persona series. Its exciting and captivating and it's definitely one of my most favourite RPG games that I've played. Expand
  40. Aug 30, 2022
    10
    10/10........................................................................................
  41. Aug 24, 2022
    9
    I played Persona 5 in 2018 and thought it was an amazing game that I loved.
    However, I dislike the DLC microtransactions in this game.
  42. Aug 9, 2022
    10
    the dialogue choice i love the most about this game:

    "I'm a dad"

    "Ryuji is a phantom thief"

    "Beep boop"

    "It's time for button mash"

    "That's the best part"

    "Want me to strip?"

    "Honey I'm home"

    "Something witty"

    "Strip for him Ann"

    "Excuse me while I vomit"
  43. Aug 4, 2022
    9
    Beneath the veneer of typical urban high school life, a group of teenagers mask their mysterious alter egos, their "phantom thief" side. Who are they?
  44. Jul 5, 2022
    8
    Okay buddy I’ll get back in a little while lol I think it will be good to go to get it lol I know I just don’t know
  45. Jul 1, 2022
    9
    My first persona game. It's not my favorite one but oh is it good. Aside the slightly weak endgame and mOrGaNa this game is almost flawless. The rpg turn based combat in p5 is the best it's ever been in the persona series. The phantom thieves as a cast of characters are solid but not my favorite. The confidants are really good here and are probably my favorite in the series. Also, theMy first persona game. It's not my favorite one but oh is it good. Aside the slightly weak endgame and mOrGaNa this game is almost flawless. The rpg turn based combat in p5 is the best it's ever been in the persona series. The phantom thieves as a cast of characters are solid but not my favorite. The confidants are really good here and are probably my favorite in the series. Also, the music is JAMMIN'. Arugubably the best in the series. Overall this game is really good and I prefer it slightly more to p5r despite some improvements it makes. Expand
  46. Jun 16, 2022
    9
    Graphics - 8/10
    Gameplay - 7/10
    Story - 10/10
    Music- 10/10
    The most frustrating **** in this game is pointless dialogue, literally hours of dialogue :'D
    Anyways it was a fun game!
  47. Jun 14, 2022
    9
    I very much enjoyed this game. I haven't played a persona game since the very first one, long long ago. There were some noticeable call backs, but the story was unique. The music was excellent, the game mechanics were not too complex, and the story was quite a fun romp. I don't play as many JRPGs as I used to, and I am glad that I decided to give this one a try.
  48. Jun 13, 2022
    10
    Before this game ive never played a persona game before it was such a fun expierience the story is really interesting the game play is great, the music was godly it was such a great time ive played 200h of it and im looking foward to platinum it
  49. Jun 13, 2022
    10
    very bad and i **** the devs mom in the ass with my big balck submissive cock
  50. Jun 11, 2022
    10
    Oh my Gosh - dieses Spiel. Ich hab lange gebraucht um mich an Persona 5 heran zu trauen. Die ganze Aufmachung wirkte so nerdig japanisch. Social Sim und Demon RPG in einem? Mich hat das skeptisch gemacht. Und was für ein Meisterwerk habe ich all die Jahre verpasst! Persona 5 ist das absolute Meisterstück des JRPG Genres. Hier stimmt einfach alles. Die Story ist Meta Meta Meta. DieOh my Gosh - dieses Spiel. Ich hab lange gebraucht um mich an Persona 5 heran zu trauen. Die ganze Aufmachung wirkte so nerdig japanisch. Social Sim und Demon RPG in einem? Mich hat das skeptisch gemacht. Und was für ein Meisterwerk habe ich all die Jahre verpasst! Persona 5 ist das absolute Meisterstück des JRPG Genres. Hier stimmt einfach alles. Die Story ist Meta Meta Meta. Die Charaktere wachsen einem in Windeseile ans Herz. Design und Stil des Spiels sucht seinesgleichen. Jedes scheiß Untermenü wird hier zum Styleerlebnis. Vor allem aber - der Flow des Spiels. Das Konzept ist einfach fantastisch. Kalendertag für Kalendertag wechseln sich hier Alltagsbeschäftigung, Dungeon Erkundungen und Storymomente im Minutentackt ab. Das schnelle Pacing und die konsequente Umsetzung der Inhalte ohne irgendwelches Sidefill Material ziehen einen Stunden um Stunden in den Bann. Erst nach weit über Hundert Stunden Spielzeit wird man den Abspann des Spieles sehen können und wissen, das man Persona 5 ab nun schmerzlich vermissen wird. Zumindest bis Persona 6 dann irgendwann einmal am Horizont der Wünsche erscheinen wird. Expand
  51. Jun 7, 2022
    10
    This game is a huge inspiration to me. The brilliant artwork and music are the perfect topping for the extremely enjoyable story and gameplay. The rpg elements are so smooth and fun, with the quick load-times and extreme customizability. The characters are all great, which is important because the whole game is based around the characters and their struggles. Overall a must play for any rpg fan.
  52. Jun 5, 2022
    9
    Persona 5 is my first jRPG game, and the first time playing it... I kinda dislike it. The first hours playing in the castle and going back to real life school felt slow-paced. Also it felt too many talkings instead of actions, so I dropped the game for 4 years. Recently, I thought I gave this game another go as I bought it already, I started to read those dialogs and cinematics andPersona 5 is my first jRPG game, and the first time playing it... I kinda dislike it. The first hours playing in the castle and going back to real life school felt slow-paced. Also it felt too many talkings instead of actions, so I dropped the game for 4 years. Recently, I thought I gave this game another go as I bought it already, I started to read those dialogs and cinematics and felt it quite funny.

    Once I get used to the mechanism, I just got hooked and couldn't stop playing anymore. It has some humors which I can hardly find in a different game. The story playthrough toke me 100 hours precise and somehow I find it too short. So, I bought P5S immediately after this....
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  53. May 30, 2022
    10
    Best JRPG ever made, yeah alot of flaws but not enough to make it less than a 10/10.
  54. May 7, 2022
    9
    Some of the best JRPG dungeons ever made. Story is pretty interesting with some great characters. Combat is extremely fun and flashy. Probably in my top 5 JRPG combat systems. Some characters weren't built up enough which makes some of there moments be a bit underwhelming.
  55. Apr 19, 2022
    10
    One of the best JRPG ever made. Great story, amazing character development, cool aesthetics/graphics/design and a charming OST make this one a masterpiece and a must play for any JRPG fan.
  56. Apr 9, 2022
    10
    I loved every second of the game the characters are all complex and different and it has the best music of any game
  57. Apr 6, 2022
    8
    It is a really good game, with a lot to do, the only thing that messed it a bit for me is that i wasn't too invested in the story or gameplay to dedicate so many hours to the progress of the game, nevertheless, an amazing game that anyone should at least try.
  58. Mar 27, 2022
    10
    Gioco quasi perfetto , se non per la durata e gli allungamenti di brodo non necessari
  59. Mar 25, 2022
    9
    I've played this a long time ago but this is still one of my recommended RPG games to play for the PS4. I still remember the first chapter of the game which is really good. I like the slightly disturbing story of it.
  60. Mar 20, 2022
    10
    Love the Persona series, and 5 did not disappoint. Colorful cast of characters, excellent Persona compendium per usual along with great gameplay and plot. Had so much fun playing this and the dialogue between characters is hilarious. Also enjoy how you can build relationships with people.
  61. Mar 16, 2022
    9
    when i first started this game i played it for 16 hours straight........... pretty good
  62. Mar 5, 2022
    10
    After a nine year hiatus, the Persona franchise roared back onto the scene with Persona 5 -- the best entry in the Persona series, and one of the greatest RPGs ever made. Persona 5 takes the groundwork set by Persona 3, then refined by Persona 4, and perfects its. Every aspect of this game is meticulously crafted, with the most stylish visuals yet, a fantastic jazzy soundtrack, and aAfter a nine year hiatus, the Persona franchise roared back onto the scene with Persona 5 -- the best entry in the Persona series, and one of the greatest RPGs ever made. Persona 5 takes the groundwork set by Persona 3, then refined by Persona 4, and perfects its. Every aspect of this game is meticulously crafted, with the most stylish visuals yet, a fantastic jazzy soundtrack, and a thematically rich and nuanced narrative.

    Persona 6 is due for another franchise reinvention, as Persona 5 has stretched this formula as far as it can go.
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  63. Mar 4, 2022
    10
    great game and good rt style but you mostly read not play and for me its ok
  64. Mar 2, 2022
    10
    MASTERPIECE. One of the best games I have ever had the pleasure of playing. Amazing animation, great characters, fantastic writing, spectacular gameplay and a wonderful world to explore. There is just so much to do.
  65. Mar 2, 2022
    10
    Well, in terms of the story and characters it's like a typical jrpg. This game doesn't have impressive writing or something. But it's really fun and long game.
  66. Feb 28, 2022
    10
    An easy choice for my favorite game of all time. There is just too much to love about this game. It has the greatest art direction achieved in gaming, alongside a fantastic story, perfectly written characters, and superb combat and build systems. I was engrossed from beginning to end and even after a 200+ hour save file, felt like I still wanted more. One thing is for sure: this is not aAn easy choice for my favorite game of all time. There is just too much to love about this game. It has the greatest art direction achieved in gaming, alongside a fantastic story, perfectly written characters, and superb combat and build systems. I was engrossed from beginning to end and even after a 200+ hour save file, felt like I still wanted more. One thing is for sure: this is not a game to pick up and play lightly. This game requires commitment, but for that you'll be rewarded with an experience that cannot be described any other way but special. Expand
  67. Feb 26, 2022
    10
    A year ago today, I started playing Persona 5 for the first time, and to be honest with you, I never even heard about this masterpiece until my brother started playing it. When I started playing Persona 5 for the first time, for the first hour, I wasn't sure I was going to play this game until I saw the main protagonist awaken to his Persona I was like, "ok, now you have my attention," andA year ago today, I started playing Persona 5 for the first time, and to be honest with you, I never even heard about this masterpiece until my brother started playing it. When I started playing Persona 5 for the first time, for the first hour, I wasn't sure I was going to play this game until I saw the main protagonist awaken to his Persona I was like, "ok, now you have my attention," and so I spend 90+ hours on this incredible game, and when the credits roll I was sad that I beat this game because I didn't want to the game to end. What I love about this game is the story, the characters, the levels, the bosses, and even the music, especially that song "The Last Surprise" when you start a battle. Persona 5 is one of my favorite games of all time. I highly recommend it. Expand
  68. Feb 20, 2022
    9
    Took me a long time to get through but I enjoyed the whole thing. Some segments drag and there are some instances of terrible writing, but it’s flaws mostly get obscured amidst all the good.
  69. Feb 19, 2022
    9
    P5 is the best game! Strongly recommend it. But the fighting system is literally too easy.
  70. Feb 18, 2022
    10
    Obra maestra engancha de principio a fin buen, sistema de combate buena, dificultad, jefes y mazmorras interesantes, un elenco que sin duda no deja indiferente y una historia perfecta, es uno de esos juegos que debes jugar al menos una vez en la vida.
  71. Feb 17, 2022
    10
    Psychological masterpiece, with deep story, many various characters, INSANE ost... The biggest, the most complete and simply the best Persona game so far.
  72. Feb 7, 2022
    10
    One of the best story I played. You get attached to your friends and your sad when it is sad or something bad happen to them. It's my first persona and I can't wait to play the next one.
  73. Jan 20, 2022
    8
    A beautiful game in every aspect. One of the best jrpgs of the last few years. The cons: too long and very repetitive.
  74. Jan 17, 2022
    10
    어떤 게임사들은 한 우물만 존나게 파는 이유. 모두가 변화를 외칠때 끝까지 고집부리는 이유. 특유의 노가다성은 싫지만 그것말고 깔게 사실상 없다.
  75. Jan 16, 2022
    10
    Persona 5 was my first persona experience (yeah I'm calling it as an experience) and I f*cking loved it. The game is full of characters and every person you meet has their own identity and character. I enjoy while trying to make and strengthen my bond wit them. With its unique turn-based combat system, battles in Persona 5 never feel boring. An absolute must-play.
  76. Jan 11, 2022
    10
    Game left me speechless when I finished it,the game takes about 80 hours to finish,i loved every minute of it! Every RPG anime lover must play this game,I wish this game was released on all platforms :(.
  77. Jan 6, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great game with a huge focus on story, characters, and world-building. I don't remember the last time when the story absorbed me so much. Yes, there are a few bugs here are there, but nothing game-breaking. Usually minor visual glitches. Expand
  78. Dec 31, 2021
    9
    After almost 10 years from 4, Persona 5 is the resurrection of a master series. Great story, and character development. If it wasn't for Royal, which stepped up everything that could be stepped up, it would be easily a 10 for me. It deserves a chance to experience it even if you are not a fun of the genre!
  79. Dec 29, 2021
    10
    WOW just WOW

    No wonder everyone said its the best JRPG currently. I've always felt skeptic about Persona game but turns out its such a great experience that I have so far with JRPG game. Music = Way too great to as its make the game more dynamic and alive. My favorite is when you play on Nijima palace. Its just a perfect soundtrack Story = Decent, just good. Quite a shock to learn
    WOW just WOW

    No wonder everyone said its the best JRPG currently. I've always felt skeptic about Persona game but turns out its such a great experience that I have so far with JRPG game.

    Music = Way too great to as its make the game more dynamic and alive. My favorite is when you play on Nijima palace. Its just a perfect soundtrack

    Story = Decent, just good. Quite a shock to learn Akechi true identity.

    Romance = Amazing, they execute it very well and give us player freedom as every girls character in the game are able to be in relationship with us. Futaba all the way, never cheat on her.

    Combat = Great just great

    Conclusion = way too many to talk about persona 5 as its just a perfect JRPG although mona tends to get annoying as sometimes I can't do anything for around 3-5 days straight and Mona keep telling me to sleep. But that's it, the downside of Persona 5, the rest is legendary.
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  80. Dec 20, 2021
    9
    Advantages: quite good and interesting story, great combat, awesome music, awesome style, awesome UI, great characters, great gameplay, interesting boss fights, stylish palace designs, great game mechanics.
    Disadvantages: boring mementos, Okumura's palace, annoying Okumura story arc.
  81. Dec 6, 2021
    9
    the Japanese again tried their best this game became popular even beyond the RPG community the first moments were similar to the four, but simplified and sometimes even improved Persians are good as in the previous parts I advise you to get familiar with the game from this part, because persona 3 is an old four for advanced players and a five just for beginners
  82. Dec 2, 2021
    8
    You can't complete requests at cetrain points in the game. Or if you missed 1 **** text message you miss a complete request Im already on my 4th playtrough and 3 times in a row did i miss a request it is such utter bull shi this system. Not only that is the problem. Persona's from my list have been deleted. The hope diamond and satan from the death arcana are gone. Also making me have toYou can't complete requests at cetrain points in the game. Or if you missed 1 **** text message you miss a complete request Im already on my 4th playtrough and 3 times in a row did i miss a request it is such utter bull shi this system. Not only that is the problem. Persona's from my list have been deleted. The hope diamond and satan from the death arcana are gone. Also making me have to find it again and fuse it in another **** playtrough. FIX YOUR GAME Expand
  83. Nov 28, 2021
    10
    Play Royal instead as the improvements are worth it, but it's an astoundingly good game once you can get past the length.
  84. Nov 27, 2021
    8
    -2 poins. For what? FOR THE EXLUSIVE. WTF. It's my favorite Jrpg and one of the my favorites games. BUT. SONY JUST BOUGHT rights for it. I have ps4 yes. But i really have this platform. For bugs. For bad technical support. I have sony. It's not ps studio. Why just y can't reliase this game on all platforms sega?
    Pc Xbox Switch and Ps5. IT's NOT A PROBLEM. PLEASE
  85. Nov 23, 2021
    10
    This game is pure perfection. Everything is done masterfully. It has the best characters I ever saw on any kind of media, the art style is the best one I saw, the soundtrack is perfect, and the story is divine. It's the best ps4 exclusive, by a mile, and also the best game I played (tying with p5r, p5s, p5d, p3d, p3fes and p4g). Yeah, I really love this franchise.
  86. Nov 22, 2021
    10
    Una obra maestra del RPG, y un digno sucesor de Persona 4 y 3, destaca en todos los apartados y resulta un must-have que todo amante del genero debería jugar
  87. Nov 18, 2021
    10
    It's one of the best JRPGs out there, and even though it falls flat on some points:
    - character interaction is dragged out and uninspired towards the end
    - some members of the cast are forgotten and even turned into caricatures - difficulty is either laughably easy or insanely hard with just damage numbers being super high or super low - it mentions important real life issues yet is
    It's one of the best JRPGs out there, and even though it falls flat on some points:
    - character interaction is dragged out and uninspired towards the end
    - some members of the cast are forgotten and even turned into caricatures
    - difficulty is either laughably easy or insanely hard with just damage numbers being super high or super low
    - it mentions important real life issues yet is afraid to actually tackle them, using them as bait
    - dialogue is easily skippable, especially text messages and constant repetition of deadlines and "are we going to be okay" lines

    It does everything else that it tries to amazingly well:
    - Gameplay is top notch, fun and satisfying, puts a lot of turn based games to shame
    - Characters are unique and diverse while useful, allowing you to play with your favorites freely
    - Customization of demons and skills is through the roof
    - All palaces are interesting and unique, even the most uninspired ones
    - Almost all social confidants, and the variety of them, will give people something to look forward to after the fighting is over
    - Over 80 hours of content, more if you shoot towards the platinum trophy, reaching around 150
    - The soundtrack is phenomenal (albeit overplayed by content creators), everything from relaxing music, pensive music, fighting music and character themes are executed flawlessly, giving a superb flair of style while also making it feel like a game and not an anime

    I could go on, and I'll surely remember other good points about this game. It's a must buy for rpg fans, jrpg fans, and turn-based fans.
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  88. Nov 15, 2021
    10
    The absolute cream of the crop of JRPGs. Incredible visuals, music, story and gaemplay. Must play.
  89. Oct 23, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great game with a huge focus on story, characters, and world-building. I don't remember the last time when the story absorbed me so much. Yes, there are few bugs here are there, but nothing game-breaking. Usually minor visual glitches. Expand
  90. Jun 4, 2020
    10
    This is it, the best videogame I have ever played. Where do I even start? How much it impacted me throughout my teenage years and helped me with my struggles? How it expanded my horizons and introduced me to JRPGs, some of my favorite games, Anime and Japanese Culture?... The characters I met in this game, they felt real and very relatable in many ways, they gave me a place to stay and IThis is it, the best videogame I have ever played. Where do I even start? How much it impacted me throughout my teenage years and helped me with my struggles? How it expanded my horizons and introduced me to JRPGs, some of my favorite games, Anime and Japanese Culture?... The characters I met in this game, they felt real and very relatable in many ways, they gave me a place to stay and I felt like I belonged somewhere. The things they all go through really hit me right in the feels, I cheered for them and their motivation to keep going forward and I wanted them to succeed because I was a part of them. Now, for the story, the game touches some very serious and dark themes such as abusing the weak, depression & insecurities, greed for power, anthropology and how humans think & act, carving your own path in society, making your dreams come true by achieving them and not giving up, which in my eyes is one of the most compelling & deep stories I've ever experienced. Personally this game really helped me with my social anxiety and gave me the motivation to escape from it, as someone who just became an adult, I finally have a goal in my life. Enough for the story, let's talk about the flawless combat system, which in my opinion is the most advanced turn based game I've ever experienced, from the very satisfying and fast paced combat mechanics to the masterfully crafted animations, this is a very enjoyable game even for those who aren't into turn based games. As for the social simulator aspect, it's my favorite part of the game, bonding with the characters and experiencing their stories, helping them with their problems, gaining new abilities that enhance the combat mechanics, you can definitely see the effort that was put into the game. I also want to talk about the super stylish animations which are very charming & exciting to look at, the art style is the best I've ever seen period, no other game has such style as this one, from the Showtimes, All-Out Attacks, and special abilities to the menus, everything looks absolutely stunning, and even the in-game animations share this "comic book" art style that fits perfectly into the game, aswell as for the music, which is easily the best soundtrack I've ever heard, not a single song that I don't like, I literally listen to the game's music everyday, it became a part of my life. I think this is everything I wanted to say about this masterpiece of a videogame, it's a very long, emotional & unforgettable journey. Expand
  91. Oct 19, 2021
    10
    My first venture into the massive world of JRPGs. I can't believe what I've been missing. This game is an absolute masterpiece of mechanics and story building. I was almost overwhelmed by how much there was to do to further enhance the story. I plan on playing through again and that's a rare thing for me to say.
  92. Oct 11, 2021
    10
    El mejor juego ''exclusivo'' de Sony junto a Bloodborne. Lamentablemente Playstation tiene secuestrados juegos como Persona5 en los que no invirtiò dinero para su elaboraciòn y solo aparecen en la consola porque ''si'' y que ha pagado para mantenerlos ''exclusivos'' una practica muy común de esta marca que no ha aportado absolutamente nada a la historia del video juego.
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    El mejor juego ''exclusivo'' de Sony junto a Bloodborne. Lamentablemente Playstation tiene secuestrados juegos como Persona5 en los que no invirtiò dinero para su elaboraciòn y solo aparecen en la consola porque ''si'' y que ha pagado para mantenerlos ''exclusivos'' una practica muy común de esta marca que no ha aportado absolutamente nada a la historia del video juego.
    El videojuego brilla en todos sus apartados, personajes interesantes, estética genial y una historia realmente buena(no mejor que la del 4) pero muy buena.
    Espero que llegue a otras plataformas este gran video juego y Sony abandone sus practicas que hacen daño a Atlus y otras compañias.
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  93. Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Pretty much everything I've ever wanted in a JRPG. The kind of game I will likely revisit every year.
  94. Sep 23, 2021
    10
    Feels like a Pokemon for adults, said by someone who didn't play any SMT or Persona before this.
    Amazing soundtrack, amazing story, amazing (and sometimes weird) Japanese environment. A great game for those who like the classics JRPG and to chill with a great narrative.
  95. Sep 3, 2021
    9
    If you find yourself feeling like an overpowered god in "Royal", just give this game a shot in Hard Mode. Now this is the true "OG" of a good challege. No more added benifical effects to help you. Would reccomend to "Royal" players.
  96. Sep 1, 2021
    10
    This game is a masterpiece, the story, soundtrack and characters are really great.
  97. Aug 26, 2021
    9
    Muy buen juego, la primera hora estuve a nada de dejarlo, pero despues me super atrapo, juegazo.
  98. Aug 18, 2021
    8
    I’m not a big fan of turn-based RPGs, but this game is still fun nonetheless.
  99. Aug 17, 2021
    10
    Not a bad game at all though Overreliance on Disc Reader can be a bit of a problem.
  100. Aug 12, 2021
    10
    what can i say? best game ever! nothing can compare to this game, 前无古人,后无来者
Metascore
93

Universal acclaim - based on 98 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 97 out of 98
  2. Negative: 0 out of 98
  1. Jun 4, 2019
    90
    Persona 5 is an absolutely amazing game that convinces with its art style, music and story. It has anything one could ask for such a game and more. The turn-based battle system offers a wide array of opportunities. While it may not be everyone's cup of tea, it is definitely recommended to give it a go.
  2. Feb 22, 2018
    90
    Persona 5 is a great example of quality jRPG game, with a good story, great battle system and fabulous artistic style, this is a must have for the fans of the series and the genre.
  3. Oct 19, 2017
    93
    Persona 5 beats every other turn-based RPG in terms of production values, combat, story, symbolics, character design, music, pace and variety. 2017 is a great year for gaming and Persona 5 confirms this with a load of unmatched swagger.