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  1. Aug 24, 2020
    9
    Gorgeous artwork and music, good story, awesome battle and faborability system. One thing that I think bad is DLC to make Persona 5 Royal has not been released (This is why I score 9 instead of 10). Still I cannot understand why. I'm sure that nobody cannot understand except marketing people in the publishing company.
  2. Aug 27, 2020
    10
    Fantastic and unique characters, stylish visuals, solid music, enjoyable variety in its main gameplay loop, and an engaging story from start to finish all set Persona 5 apart from the pack. Overall review: if you haven’t played this game yet, do yourself a favor and dive in.
  3. Aug 27, 2020
    10
    Greatest JRPG of the generation. The art, the music, the stylish nature of even the menus. The only issues I had with the game were with some quality of life choices & and the the most despicable adult you deal with is Kamoshida. I'm not saying the other guys aren't terrible people but it never felt as personal as it did in the first dungeon.
  4. Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Loveable characters, great story and a masterpiece of a game. That's Persona 5.
  5. Aug 30, 2020
    10
    When i first came into the JRPG world, i was honestly afraid of whether i would be able to get used to the battle tactics of the persona series. But looking back at it now, Persona 5 is by far the most intriguing and more or less complete rpg game I've ever gotten my hands on. I agree that its very slow in the first 20 or so hours but after that, you'll be begging for more.
  6. Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Persona 5 has some of the most likable characters and great gameplay with an amazing story and some great twists easily my favorite game of all time
  7. Sep 5, 2020
    9
    A really solid JRPG overall. The reason that I couldn't give it a 10 is that, I find the pace of the game is a bit slow at times and the dungeon gets a bit repetitive.
  8. Sep 5, 2020
    10
    Definitely one of my favorite PS4 games. Not a huge JRPG fan but this game was awesome. The battles are super fun. The story is interesting. Only negative point that comes to my mind is that the game itself is too long.
  9. Sep 8, 2020
    10
    As someone who has never played a persona game, I am in love with this one. People weren't lying about how good this game is.
  10. Nov 21, 2020
    10
    My first JRPG ever, and a big surprise. I didn't expect having so much fun, but I got really engaged in the plot. I felt involved in the story and after about 80 hours, I established relationships with all the characters. I loved the graphics, drawings and music. For me the soundtrack is incredible. One of the most beautiful games ever made. The only disadvantage for me is quite a highMy first JRPG ever, and a big surprise. I didn't expect having so much fun, but I got really engaged in the plot. I felt involved in the story and after about 80 hours, I established relationships with all the characters. I loved the graphics, drawings and music. For me the soundtrack is incredible. One of the most beautiful games ever made. The only disadvantage for me is quite a high price, but for such a good game it is worth it. Expand
  11. 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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  12. 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.
  13. 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.
  14. 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.
  15. 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
  16. Feb 19, 2022
    9
    P5 is the best game! Strongly recommend it. But the fighting system is literally too easy.
  17. 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.
  18. 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
  19. Nov 15, 2021
    10
    The absolute cream of the crop of JRPGs. Incredible visuals, music, story and gaemplay. Must play.
  20. 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.
  21. 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
  22. 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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  23. 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.
  24. 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.
  25. 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
  26. Mar 3, 2023
    10
    The best game of all time.‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎

    Final Rating: "Masterpiece" ~ 10/10.
  27. 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!
  28. 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.
  29. 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.
  30. 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.
  31. 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.
  32. 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.
  33. 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.
  34. 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
  35. Mar 29, 2023
    10
    One of the best jrpg of today. Spectacular in every way. waiting for the release of 6
  36. 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
  37. Mar 4, 2022
    10
    great game and good rt style but you mostly read not play and for me its ok
  38. 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
  39. 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.
  40. 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.
  41. Mar 27, 2022
    10
    Gioco quasi perfetto , se non per la durata e gli allungamenti di brodo non necessari
  42. Aug 30, 2022
    10
    10/10........................................................................................
  43. 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.
  44. 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
  45. May 30, 2022
    10
    Best JRPG ever made, yeah alot of flaws but not enough to make it less than a 10/10.
  46. 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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  47. 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.
  48. Jun 13, 2022
    10
    very bad and i **** the devs mom in the ass with my big balck submissive cock
  49. 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
  50. 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.
  51. 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
  52. 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
  53. 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"
  54. 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
  55. 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.
  56. 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.
  57. Dec 31, 2022
    8
    it's different from everything, a good turn based RPG with a really tripping story.
  58. 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
  59. 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
  60. 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
  61. 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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  62. 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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  63. 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
  64. 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
  65. 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.
  66. 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.
  67. 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.
  68. 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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  69. Apr 13, 2023
    10
    it's just a **** perfect game, probably top 5 of all time. Even better than p4
  70. 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.
  71. 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
  72. 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
  73. 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.
  74. 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.
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.