Persona 5

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8.7

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  1. ShinGlacier
    May 13, 2017
    7
    I've never played a Persona game before, but decided to give this a chance because a friend of mine really insisted. I'm not a fan of turn based RPG, but since there is the weakness/critical twist and baton passes and whatnot I actually enjoyed it. All the menus are absurdly stylish. The story is pretty interesting and deep. The soundtrack is amazing. What really bothered me is : yourI've never played a Persona game before, but decided to give this a chance because a friend of mine really insisted. I'm not a fan of turn based RPG, but since there is the weakness/critical twist and baton passes and whatnot I actually enjoyed it. All the menus are absurdly stylish. The story is pretty interesting and deep. The soundtrack is amazing. What really bothered me is : your number of actions are limited. Usually you can do something after school, and then something else in the evening. But the fact that a LOT of days that stupid Morgana just insists that i'm tired and should sleep, even if nothing major happened, thus wasting my day really pissed me off. Other than that it's a pretty good exclusive j-RPG.… Expand
  2. snypoarts
    Jul 19, 2017
    10
    I have a friend who is really in to anime, and I watch some anime shows from time to time, but am definitely not a pro on the subject. I was hesitant to buy this game, since I generally do not pay full price for any games, but my friend kept insisting that it was a phenomenal game, I had to get it, yada yada.

    Anyways, I told myself that I would only buy it if it had over 30 hours of    I have a friend who is really in to anime, and I watch some anime shows from time to time, but am definitely not a pro on the subject. I was hesitant to buy this game, since I generally do not pay full price for any games, but my friend kept insisting that it was a phenomenal game, I had to get it, yada yada.

    Anyways, I told myself that I would only buy it if it had over 30 hours of game play, I'm pretty slow at beating games. When I looked it up, the average time to beat Persona 5 was 93 hours. Keeping true to my word, I bought it.

    This is literally the best RPG I have ever played. The characters are amazing, and their progression and development is the best I have ever seen in a game. The story is gripping, and the combat is beautiful, turn based fun. I do not regret buying this game at all.

    BUT

    if you have a strong hate for anime, DO NOT BUY THIS GAME. it is so good, but it has very strong anime influences to the story (i.e. the high school kid at a new school part of the plot, etc), which I can see some people disliking. Some cut-scenes are made like a literal anime show as well. It's so much more than that, but if you hate anime, I cannot recommend, since the story is such a huge part of the game's charm.

    If you love anime, or even don't mind it, give this game a try. It is very, very good.    … Expand
  3. TheLittleKnown
    Oct 25, 2017
    10
    This game if freaking amazing. Simply stunning how the little things come together to form this giant ball of creativity. The presentation of the game and the soundtrack are stunning and simply the best that I have seen in years. The battle system is great. Overall, this game is not something you want to avoid in a lifetime.
  4. SOLIDSNAKEN64
    Mar 5, 2018
    7
    After my 120 hrs play through, I found this game to be be very different from anything I've played before. I really enjoyed the art direction, the characters, the story, and the gameplay. Even though all those things were great there are some issues that I had with the game. First of all is the length, normally I wouldn't complain about a game being too long, but they could of seriouslyAfter my 120 hrs play through, I found this game to be be very different from anything I've played before. I really enjoyed the art direction, the characters, the story, and the gameplay. Even though all those things were great there are some issues that I had with the game. First of all is the length, normally I wouldn't complain about a game being too long, but they could of seriously cut the dialogue of this game in half. I love reading books but I don't play video games to read a novel, and unfortunately most of the time spent in P5 is used reading endless dialogue. The art direction of this game is awesome! the anime characters work really well. I didnt think the graphics of the environments were really done very well and this game is definitely a port from PS3. The music is really great until you've heard the same 3 songs over and over for the entire 120 hrs, WTF. I really enjoyed the pokemon type battle system. The boss fights were not only challenging but fun figuring out their weaknesses. I dont know if I would ever play another Persona game, but you will for sure get your monies worth with P5.… Expand
  5. Dreamusic
    Aug 9, 2017
    10
    One of the best games I've ever played. The gameplay, the story, the music, the art-style; I found everything perfect. Personally, I think it's a masterpiece.
  6. Reroponix
    Jun 2, 2017
    9
    Persona 5 is by far the best RPG I have played in recent memory, With an incredibly tight combat system, amazing visuals. and an interesting cast of characters all wrapped up in one of the most immersive games of 2017. Any fans of previous persona's or fans of JRPG's in general deserve to play this masterpiece of a game.
  7. sephiroth38
    Jun 19, 2017
    10
    I've never played a Persona game before this. Finished this two times with 220 hours played, bought a pstv and played ps4 with other 100 hours.
    The story is excellent, the combat never boring, the graphic, the UI and UX of the game is one of the best i've ever seen.
    If you don't like the visual novel game it's roughly 60-70% of the game so maybe this isn't for you, but i moderately liked    I've never played a Persona game before this. Finished this two times with 220 hours played, bought a pstv and played ps4 with other 100 hours.
    The story is excellent, the combat never boring, the graphic, the UI and UX of the game is one of the best i've ever seen.
    If you don't like the visual novel game it's roughly 60-70% of the game so maybe this isn't for you, but i moderately liked that and i found i love how is put in the game, even if it's not my cup of tea.
    I would have reviewed 9 for the depth of character (now playing persona 4 i feel those were more deeply included in the game) but as it is the game that made me discover the franchise i put a 10 out of 10.
    Buy this game, it's one of the best ever come out and you will enter a new world, you will want to play the previous games, see the movies, download wallapers and dream about it.

    11/10    … Expand
  8. Yorjung
    Jun 19, 2017
    10
    Best JRPG ever that I ever play in a recent year, every element including very stylish game presentation I could said that if you never try RPG or a diehard RPG fans, Persona 5 is worth to try and very addicting after a few hours past.
  9. Gabe20007
    Aug 18, 2017
    10
    Atlus truly make a RPG thant can't be called anything less than flawless, they truly are the masters of the genre today is insane how the game is great on everything and they basically make a new classification for the genre, i mean Persona 5 is not only the best RPG of 2017 is the best overalll videogame of 2017 and easily the best RPG in decades since Eternal Sonata or even Final Fantasy IX .
  10. 17_jrpg
    Jul 30, 2017
    10
    Persona 5 is really one of the best JRPGs because it has a very good story and a gameplay. The graphics is a very good, but I don't judge the game according to the graphics. How they say: "Don't judge a book by its cover." This also applies to games, graphics is a cover, so what's more important is story and gameplay.

    Story: They used a very difficult theme for the story. In Persona 4    Persona 5 is really one of the best JRPGs because it has a very good story and a gameplay. The graphics is a very good, but I don't judge the game according to the graphics. How they say: "Don't judge a book by its cover." This also applies to games, graphics is a cover, so what's more important is story and gameplay.

    Story: They used a very difficult theme for the story. In Persona 4 they show the other side of the human mind, which shows that every man has two faces, one face you represent to outside world, another face that you hold deep within yourself. In Persona 5 they go one step further and show the corruption of the human soul (heart) through seven deadly sins. Both stories perfectly describe the problem of the real world and they send a strong message, and the message is: "Humans have to change." That's why I like the story of Persona series, because they go deep into the human mind and soul. They also have well designed the characters and theirs personality.

    Gameplay: While I was playing Persona 5 I could noticed that they combines and improves certain elements from Persona 3 and Persona 4. They have improved time management and battle system with a new Confidant system (formerly known as Social Links). Each Confidant system gives certain abilities which can facilitate time management and battle system. Time management can be frustrating, but it gives a challenge. I like that they improved traditional Turn-Based Battle system by adding a swapping system and the cooperative system. The biggest improvement in Persona 5 is a dungeon exploration. You can uses stealth to avoid or ambush enemies and you have to solve the puzzles to progress in dungeons. In the previous games, you just run through the dungeon until you reach the goal. Persona Fusion system also improved, now you can choose which ability you want to transfer to new persona. In Persona 3 and Persona 4, this function was random.

    Conclusion: Persona 5 is a great improvement from its predecessors. It has preserved certain traditional elements of JRPGs and added some new ones. That's why this game is a one of the best JRPGs.    … Expand
  11. lewis1992
    Aug 17, 2017
    10
    Persona 5 is a masterpiece in modern gaming, which is not a term one should use lightly. Expect an excellent story with an amazing soundtrack, interesting and deep characters with excellent voice acting, and engaging gameplay that switches between a unique combat system and real world exploration in order to keep things fresh. (It should also be noted that the player need not have playedPersona 5 is a masterpiece in modern gaming, which is not a term one should use lightly. Expect an excellent story with an amazing soundtrack, interesting and deep characters with excellent voice acting, and engaging gameplay that switches between a unique combat system and real world exploration in order to keep things fresh. (It should also be noted that the player need not have played Persona 4 at all, since each Persona game is completely independent of other numbered entries, much like Final Fantasy).

    With a completely original art style and dozens of hours of fun, this is definitely a "must buy" for all - it's also worth buying a PS4 just for this game!

    [Game played for 165 hours across multiple playthroughs, platinum trophy achieved.]    … Expand
  12. Slytherin
    Oct 14, 2017
    10
    THE BEST JRPG EVER MADE.

    But seriously this game is what FFXV should have been. An enjoyable game with a good story and a good cast. GOTY 2017. If you haven't played Persona 5 then please do. It's the best JRPG in modern times
  13. GradiorNox
    Aug 20, 2017
    10
    I never thought Persona 5 could give me so much emotion. I suffered, I cheered, I cried, I laughed (a lot). At some point, so excited about the game, I thought I could not give a 10 because he was not perfect in every detail, but soon after I realized my stupidity for associating 10 rating with the idea of perfection ... Thank you Atlus, and good luck to make a P6 as good as this.
  14. Jaywa
    Nov 30, 2017
    10
    What can I say, from the start I was hooked. A great turn based game & visual novel in one game. Turn based games can sometimes feel a bit ps2 like but this game pulls it off. It's a great combination and the freedom to do whatever you want is great. This is definitely a game everyone should play that love Japanese RPG. I have been hooked since I first put this game in. Definitely a game IWhat can I say, from the start I was hooked. A great turn based game & visual novel in one game. Turn based games can sometimes feel a bit ps2 like but this game pulls it off. It's a great combination and the freedom to do whatever you want is great. This is definitely a game everyone should play that love Japanese RPG. I have been hooked since I first put this game in. Definitely a game I won't forget anytime soon… Expand
  15. Trix122
    Jul 14, 2018
    10
    This game is the best J-rpg of the current (and probably past) generation.

    Great narrative with unique and very charismatic characters, good story , very well done voice acting and localisation, top level OST, really fun turn based combat with a lot of options, good graphics, level design, menus.... I could keep going for ever, this game is awesome.

    10/10 A game to remember.
  16. MHML
    Nov 26, 2018
    10
    This game is best of the generation.Amazing gameplay and story. You must to play if you have a ps4.
  17. josetala
    Apr 13, 2017
    9
    El juego es de 10.
    Batallas entretenidas, las parte social/adolescente está bien construida, y la música es genial.
    No se lleva el diez por la falta de localización al castellano.
  18. Phuz
    Jun 7, 2021
    1
    This game has had a lot of love put in to it by some very boring people.

    The story and dialogue. It's just slow and bad. Nothing exciting, nothing leaving me wanting to know what happens next. Just wanting to know when something will actually happen. So I'll break it down. I love anime style graphics. It is my preference in games but they must have tried really hard to make it this    This game has had a lot of love put in to it by some very boring people.

    The story and dialogue. It's just slow and bad. Nothing exciting, nothing leaving me wanting to know what happens next. Just wanting to know when something will actually happen.

    So I'll break it down. I love anime style graphics. It is my preference in games but they must have tried really hard to make it this ugly.

    Next the OST. Well if you happen to be a fan of the genre 70's porn music then this will be right up your alley. Don't think this means 70's funk because it isn't, I love 70's funk. This is just crap porno music.

    The story. He's such a bad guy, watch out for that guy, let's stay clear of him, why did he have to come to this school, I heard he got arrested, ......bored yet. Well if not then great because you'll get hours of rubbish dialogue saying just that.

    Gameplay - same as everything else, bland dated and boring. I don't play many menu combat games often but all other similar recent games I played such as Ara Fell and Dragon Star Varnir were more enjoyable.

    The dungeons as with the entire game feel completely dated.

    So why 1/10 and not 0/10. Somehow the combination of junk all seems to tie in well together. Games must feel cohesive for me to enjoy them and I can't deny it that. It feels like a team working together made this, not just individual parts winged together. The dialogue in this makes the SAO games look exciting to read. At least with SAO the game was fun between the dialogue.

    Overall this game sucks balls.    … Expand
  19. Mac2311
    Jun 20, 2017
    7
    After seeing such high scores on this site I decided that I would give it a try. personally for me I made a mistake and found this game to not be something that was for me.

    the Anima style has never been my favorite and felt that I was on a hype train when I was playing it. I still gave it a decent score since I can see the overall concept and how appealing it can be to a lot of people    After seeing such high scores on this site I decided that I would give it a try. personally for me I made a mistake and found this game to not be something that was for me.

    the Anima style has never been my favorite and felt that I was on a hype train when I was playing it. I still gave it a decent score since I can see the overall concept and how appealing it can be to a lot of people plus combat and graphics were very top notch.

    I would say before you buy this game you just have to ask yourself how into Anima are you. if you answer "I like it but not big into it" that's still enough for you to rock out this game.    … Expand
  20. Jax360
    Apr 29, 2017
    7
    pesona 5 one of the most overrated games of this year it does not desirve the hype or the ratings its getting as if its better or almost like latest games while it does not touch games like zelda, nier nioh of automata.

    Graphics.8.5
    Voice over.9
    Music.9
    CG.9
    Anime.9
    Story.7
    Control.7
    Fun Factor.6
    Overall.7
  21. Xevon
    Apr 6, 2017
    9
    A significant step up from Persona 4 in every possible way. Persona 5 is a triumph, building upon the series' strengths and upping the production values in the process to offer a phenominal game to franchise fans and new players alike.
  22. sylvanguria
    May 27, 2018
    10
    It's so huge RPG, so warm art style, so groovy music tracks, so full of plot twists and holly molly such an addictive gameplay. A Masterpiece
  23. Jaosnow
    Apr 13, 2018
    10
    The long await pays of, persona 5 is amazing and even better than the fourth one, fpr the fans of thd genere of turn based rpg games that were kinda off these days.
    The game looks absolutely stuning visually, the whole part of design and art of the gamd is simply amazing. The OST from Shoji Meguro is amazing as always, chill, rage, emotion, all the feelings are shown so well on the music    The long await pays of, persona 5 is amazing and even better than the fourth one, fpr the fans of thd genere of turn based rpg games that were kinda off these days.
    The game looks absolutely stuning visually, the whole part of design and art of the gamd is simply amazing. The OST from Shoji Meguro is amazing as always, chill, rage, emotion, all the feelings are shown so well on the music of the game but withput being cheesy.
    The game is just something never seen before, so simple and intuitive and yet so complex and well crafted, the game is just an absolute masterpiece    … Expand
  24. KoganeKaru
    Jul 14, 2017
    10
    My favorite game of all time. I loved the characters, the story is absolutely amazing, the graphics are incredible, and the soundtrack... OH MY GOD, THE SOUNDTRACK! I would marry this game!
  25. Funposting
    Jul 3, 2017
    10
    A fun RPG that keeps the action and story interesting enough that you'll want to keep coming back for more. Well worth the price tag, too, those who purchase are in for a long journey.
  26. Leuth
    Jul 19, 2017
    10
    The best RPG in years!
    I was super excited to play persona 5 because Persona 4 is one of my favorite games, so i had really high expectations with it. And it effin nailed all of them!
    The game starts out OK, but when history stats ramping up, its a effin rolecoaster that keeps you pumped for the next scene! Trully a masterpiece and i think everyone should try it to the end! Beware, the    The best RPG in years!
    I was super excited to play persona 5 because Persona 4 is one of my favorite games, so i had really high expectations with it. And it effin nailed all of them!
    The game starts out OK, but when history stats ramping up, its a effin rolecoaster that keeps you pumped for the next scene!
    Trully a masterpiece and i think everyone should try it to the end!
    Beware, the game is 100 hours long so take your time    … Expand
  27. TrophyHunter14
    Aug 30, 2017
    9
    Persona 5 is an amazing game. I was a bit sceptical after I bought it but as the game progresses it gets more and more interesting and, of course, more fun. The thing that really blew me away is the ending. I am not gonna spoil anything but I will say that it is seriously amazing. Also just hanging around with your friends is pretty fun especially because it makes your in-game easier. OnePersona 5 is an amazing game. I was a bit sceptical after I bought it but as the game progresses it gets more and more interesting and, of course, more fun. The thing that really blew me away is the ending. I am not gonna spoil anything but I will say that it is seriously amazing. Also just hanging around with your friends is pretty fun especially because it makes your in-game easier. One of the best things (to me) is the music, especially when fighting bosses. After credicts roll be sure to watch till the end because there is one last cutscene. Enjoy ;)… Expand
  28. LezLok
    Oct 22, 2018
    10
    This is probably my favourite game, Has amazing characters, good story and, probably, the best video game music in my opinion..
  29. Lugez1222
    Apr 6, 2017
    9
    The game is great, and I actually have few mechanical issues with it. Combat is fun, UI is flashy, story and cast are pretty great, even if it might not reach the heights of its predecessors.

    The problem is that it all feels too safe. While the Persona formula has been refined, It still remains unchanged and almost no risks were taken to veer from it. It's not quite the evolution to    The game is great, and I actually have few mechanical issues with it. Combat is fun, UI is flashy, story and cast are pretty great, even if it might not reach the heights of its predecessors.

    The problem is that it all feels too safe. While the Persona formula has been refined, It still remains unchanged and almost no risks were taken to veer from it. It's not quite the evolution to the series that was expected. I still love the game, but there isn't anything here that hasn't been done before (and already done better).

    I initially wanted to give this an 8, but I bumped it up to a 9 because the presentation, aesthetic, and execution is off the charts. The game may cover overly familiar territory, but it's still clear that it was all crafted with an extreme amount of care. Its a very, very well made game. That counts for a lot in my book.    … Expand
  30. bigblaccbepis
    Sep 9, 2017
    10
    I have not enjoyed a video game in years, the last true video game that I really wanted to replay over and over again being Kingdom Hearts 2. However, Persona 5 rekindled my spirits in playing video games as I realized just how fun and immersive they could be. Persona 5's plot kept me hooked for the entire game, and I managed to get past the long intro to get the actual meat of the game,I have not enjoyed a video game in years, the last true video game that I really wanted to replay over and over again being Kingdom Hearts 2. However, Persona 5 rekindled my spirits in playing video games as I realized just how fun and immersive they could be. Persona 5's plot kept me hooked for the entire game, and I managed to get past the long intro to get the actual meat of the game, which was absolutely worth it. Persona 5 improves the battles from the previous entries, proving just how turn based RPG's are still amazing and not "dead" (according to one JRPG company). And don't get me started on Persona 5's amazing music that kept me exited for whatever track was next. The only true flaw with the music was that there was not enough of it, as the same battle theme plays for the hundreds of hours of battles you will be doing unless you buy the DLC. I enjoyed this game so much nonetheless, and now I truly want to play video games again due to the fact that Persona 5 has truly changed my heart.

    Also, to "aah:"
    James this game great aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa    … Expand
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Metascore
93

Universal acclaim - based on 98 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 97 out of 98
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 98
  3. Negative: 0 out of 98
  1. Cubed3
    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.
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  2. PLAY! Zine
    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.
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  3. Power Unlimited
    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.
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