Persona 5

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8.7

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  1. StickyVicky
    Mar 10, 2020
    10
    As someone who is a huge JRPG fan, I've always been interested in Persona 5 but hadn't played it until we were in a game store and I decided to give it a shot. Now this is my first Persona game, and holy crap it was amazing. The style of this game is wonderful, the Personas are all very unique and interesting along with all of the party member from the phantom thieves. The voice acting inAs someone who is a huge JRPG fan, I've always been interested in Persona 5 but hadn't played it until we were in a game store and I decided to give it a shot. Now this is my first Persona game, and holy crap it was amazing. The style of this game is wonderful, the Personas are all very unique and interesting along with all of the party member from the phantom thieves. The voice acting in this game is wonderful (Both Japanese and English). The characters are all charming and love able, especially Ryuji. I found myself wanting to spend the most time with Ryuji and building up the confidant ranking between me and him. Speaking of spending time in this game, there is so much freaking stuff to do within the real world when not at school or inside a palace. You do have to carefully decide how you will be spending your time during the day though since there is only so much time in a day, and later on depending on confidant rankings you can unlock ways to have more time in a day to do certain things, and when your not in the real world you'll be invading the palaces in the game, which are a persons distorted heart and desires and they are absolutely wonderful and very creative, from invading a castle, to a bank, a Egyptian tomb and more. You can also spend your time in a world called mementos which is the everyone in the city of Shibuya's distorted hearts and desires which is comprised of randomly generated levels that are a very good way to grind to level up your party members. Overall this game rules and i easily found myself invested in it the moment i picked up the game, if you've been on the fence about Persona I'd say absolutely go for it and give it a try!… Expand
  2. LucasMerlin
    Sep 28, 2019
    10
    Just amazing!
    I love how they manage to bring back a turn based system nowadays and make it contemporary!
  3. SadSong
    Dec 2, 2019
    10
    Es simplemente genial, lleno de detalles, colores y vida. Es el rey del rol japonés sin ninguna duda
  4. smatdesa
    Oct 1, 2019
    10
    An amazing JPRG that is solid. A pity its a ps4 exclusive, but it's a very enjoyable one. For those who havent got it yet, just hold purchase until the Persona5 Royal gets released, it will be a far more complete game.
  5. jamillovesjam
    Oct 2, 2019
    10
    The story is very interesting and detailed, characters are unique and fit perfectly within their roles as each of them have their own personas alongside their personalities which relate to them. Never played a turn-based JRPG before, but this really is worth a play. Recommended from my friend prqdgy
  6. alanwaketan
    Apr 14, 2020
    9
    想体验一把日本高中生拯救世界吗？想体验一把后宫番男主策马奔腾吗？来P5吧，一切应有尽有。说真的，P5可谓圆了无数宅男的一个梦。这就是一款能让你热泪盈眶的，把中二和把妹两个青少年时代最具符号的冲动完美结合的游戏。撇开那些光怪陆离的主线支线剧情，本作的游戏系统不得不说也有很多亮点。风骚的UI先不谈。这个战斗系统就很值得玩味，丰富的快捷键设计让本应该让人昏昏欲睡的回合制战斗变得跟动作游戏一般血脉喷张。日历系统也让角色培养要素无缝链入到各个关键剧情当中。真的是一款举世无双划时代的JRPG，让人对JRPG这个已经日暮西山的类型重燃了希望。IGN给的P5R十分可谓是对此莫大的肯定，也算是解决了历史遗留问题。虽说瑕不掩瑜，但冗长的迷宫设计着实是摆在玩家白金路上的最大障碍。想体验一把日本高中生拯救世界吗？想体验一把后宫番男主策马奔腾吗？来P5吧，一切应有尽有。说真的，P5可谓圆了无数宅男的一个梦。这就是一款能让你热泪盈眶的，把中二和把妹两个青少年时代最具符号的冲动完美结合的游戏。撇开那些光怪陆离的主线支线剧情，本作的游戏系统不得不说也有很多亮点。风骚的UI先不谈。这个战斗系统就很值得玩味，丰富的快捷键设计让本应该让人昏昏欲睡的回合制战斗变得跟动作游戏一般血脉喷张。日历系统也让角色培养要素无缝链入到各个关键剧情当中。真的是一款举世无双划时代的JRPG，让人对JRPG这个已经日暮西山的类型重燃了希望。IGN给的P5R十分可谓是对此莫大的肯定，也算是解决了历史遗留问题。虽说瑕不掩瑜，但冗长的迷宫设计着实是摆在玩家白金路上的最大障碍。
  7. MazrimTaim14
    Oct 14, 2019
    10
    Best JPRG in recent memory.

    Only gripe is the pacing but this is a hybrid sort of dating sim with dungeon crawling so story and character development is vital. I take it like an anime where a character is introduced, then that person's back story then their current predicament. Social links where great, giving you recent why cultivate your relationship with other characters and    Best JPRG in recent memory.

    Only gripe is the pacing but this is a hybrid sort of dating sim with dungeon crawling so story and character development is vital. I take it like an anime where a character is introduced, then that person's back story then their current predicament.

    Social links where great, giving you recent why cultivate your relationship with other characters and although the go player lady is somewhat incomplete for me.

    Battle system and music were great. But they should realize they have to change the generic battle music after 100 hours into the game which is a common JRPG criticism.

    My GOTY 2017.    … Expand
  8. LazyPancakeRe
    Oct 8, 2019
    10
    Despite the 10/10, this game isn't perfect. The story really drags around the 5th palace and the characters aren't as deep as the ones in Persona 4. But so much about this game is fantastic to the point where I don't care. The characters are still fantastic, the gameplay is fun, the story is great, music is breathtaking, visuals are gorgeous.
  9. Oppaimania
    Jan 23, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece, at least. Can't be sure that any JRPG is able to be even equal with this game nowadays. 140 hours of true joy and satisfaction.
  10. OtakuGamer
    Nov 22, 2019
    10
    This game isn’t fun. Isn’t for everyone and might seem boring and too long. But I still love this game. Story isn’t interesting for most of time, but isn’t boring too. Dialogues are so natural (especially when you’re high schooler like me). Gameplay is something you probably have seen in other games like old ffs (gameplay, walking and beating creeps) and pokemon (catching personas). AfterThis game isn’t fun. Isn’t for everyone and might seem boring and too long. But I still love this game. Story isn’t interesting for most of time, but isn’t boring too. Dialogues are so natural (especially when you’re high schooler like me). Gameplay is something you probably have seen in other games like old ffs (gameplay, walking and beating creeps) and pokemon (catching personas). After you make your way through palace, you fight palace king/owner. Some of them are more and some are less interesting. But anyways game is still great. If anime still doesn’t scares you and you have PS4 you must play.… Expand
  11. Mary95
    Oct 17, 2019
    10
    Persona 5 is a wild ride. The soundtracks are amazing, the characters are unique and it keeps you busy for as long as well over a 100 hours. Even if you finished the game there's a lot of replay value because of dialogue choices and maxing out certain stats and abilities. Persona 5 is definitely the King of JRPG's!
  12. valdyk
    Oct 21, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Never been a fan of jrpg or persona series until i played this bad boy
    P.S. Makoto best girl    … Expand
  13. Mafeeakiller
    Mar 23, 2020
    10
    Great game!
    Must have!
    I've never played a persona game and honestly this was the first time I heard something of the sort but I have no complains and it deserves it's place among the top rated games!
  14. Ctarblu
    Nov 3, 2019
    9
    One of the best games I've played period.
    Combat is near perfect for JRPGs. Characters while not the best ones in the series still really good. Story is good. Graphics are amazing. There are quite a lot of small details that are not good but in a 100 hours game it doesn't really make that much of a difference
  15. BerserkerXX
    Nov 2, 2019
    10
    If you are worried about if this game is good Believe me it will surpass every expectations of yours.
  16. ericrendeiro
    Jan 16, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. There is nothing to tell about the persona series, specially about Persona 5. In terms of game-play it is much better then a lot of others RPGs in the market; the story is so well written that it touches you deep down. I give a direct 100 out of 100.… Expand
  17. unik90
    Nov 4, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. atlus personally said not to mention any spoilers so dont expect any on this persona 5 royal review and thank you for understanding

    its just persona 5 with new content if you are new player then its must have , but if you played the original then its depends on u if you liked the original so much then you going to love the royal    … Expand
  18. FefeDoppio
    Nov 5, 2019
    9
    A masterpiece. Everything about this is amazing; the artstyle, the soundtrack, the gameplay. Enjoyed every bit of the 100 hours it took to complete it.
  19. BillRodney
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    Best game ever Best game ever Best game ever Best game ever Best game ever Best game ever Best game ever
  20. L3zonidas
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    Resumen: El mejor JRPG de la década

    Lo bueno: -El diseño artístico -La banda sonora -Los personajes -La historia -El sistema de combate -El modo de complementar los palacios/mazmorras y el simulador social Lo peor: -En ocasiones es demasiado redundante y mete muchísimas líneas de diálogo totalmente innecesarias que al final se hacen pesadas (por ejemplo las conversaciones por    Resumen: El mejor JRPG de la década

    Lo bueno:
    -El diseño artístico
    -La banda sonora
    -Los personajes
    -La historia
    -El sistema de combate
    -El modo de complementar los palacios/mazmorras y el simulador social

    Lo peor:
    -En ocasiones es demasiado redundante y mete muchísimas líneas de diálogo totalmente innecesarias que al final se hacen pesadas (por ejemplo las conversaciones por el grupo de móvil casi cada noche)

    -Los textos en inglés, a mí no me importa ya que entiendo inglés pero creo que mucha gente se quedará sin disfrutarlo por eso, por suerte la versión Royal vendrá con subtítulos en español

    -Los trofeos, a algunos esto no les importará pero lo que te piden para el platino es excesivo, require más de 120 horas de juego y completarlo todo, incluído completar 2 partidas, ese punto lo arreglan en el Persona 5 Royal, que tiene un platino muchísimo más asequible    … Expand
  21. Savio_
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    An amazing game! One of the best I've ever played. Has an amazing story, nice characters, fun gameplay, an excellent and unique soundtrack.
  22. moonlaba
    Jan 17, 2022
    10
    어떤 게임사들은 한 우물만 존나게 파는 이유. 모두가 변화를 외칠때 끝까지 고집부리는 이유. 특유의 노가다성은 싫지만 그것말고 깔게 사실상 없다.
  23. Cafe_8bits
    Nov 14, 2019
    9
    Persona 5 can be considered Atlu´s Magnum Opus on the 2010´s. Its a great game, that hooks you up since the beginning. The social themes of the game, as well its dungeon crawling game play aspects are amazing, polished and addicting. Its like the epitome of all good elements of the series inserted in one package.
    But for me, the game suffers from some narrative issues it get from P4. Like    Persona 5 can be considered Atlu´s Magnum Opus on the 2010´s. Its a great game, that hooks you up since the beginning. The social themes of the game, as well its dungeon crawling game play aspects are amazing, polished and addicting. Its like the epitome of all good elements of the series inserted in one package.
    But for me, the game suffers from some narrative issues it get from P4. Like how constant the game presses you to make your things in the time limit.
    Some of the social links are not so good as the last ones, and i would like Mementos to be more complex to explore. But again, if were not for this issues, Persona 5 would be easy a 10/10 game.    … Expand
  24. Drachiko18
    Nov 11, 2019
    10
    An amazing JRPG with a flawless story. Definitely a game you will adore if you play games for the adventure. But even then, the gameplay is excellent. A game that any gamer should try at least once.
  25. Brug
    Nov 12, 2019
    10
    One of if not the best RPG I have ever played. It has an incredible story and memorable characters that had me hooked for almost 200 hours. All of this with an incredible art style and music.
  26. Springhi
    Nov 14, 2019
    10
    Persona 5 is the most attractive JRPG in the recent decade. I have never seen such fashionable design of user interface, color, music, and the actions of characters in other games. This game is also rich in gameplay. The core gameplay experience of RPG is the cultivate of Persona, with a system of full interest and complexity. The experience fighting with the enemies using the PersonaPersona 5 is the most attractive JRPG in the recent decade. I have never seen such fashionable design of user interface, color, music, and the actions of characters in other games. This game is also rich in gameplay. The core gameplay experience of RPG is the cultivate of Persona, with a system of full interest and complexity. The experience fighting with the enemies using the Persona cultivated by yourself was wonderful. Along with the processing of the game, you have many options to interact with other characters, such as outdoor playing, watching movies, shopping, sending gifts. You can hepl them, solve problems for them, become their true friends and find their hidden stories. The process is absolutely additive. The length of the main story is over 80 hours filled with enjoyment and surprise. Regretfully, the gameplay in later game period lacked polishment more or less. The repeating maze design made me really upset. But this is the only flaw I could find in P5. It is an amazing game for almost every single person.… Expand
  27. Magenta1991
    Nov 14, 2019
    8
    La música maravillosa, la presentación hermosa y el gameplay dinámico sobrellevan el videojuego en su totalidad de una forma que rara vez vemos en el mundo de los videojuegos. Lamentablemente el brillo se va perdiendo después del primer capitulo y jamas repunta. Aún así el camino hacia el abismo es divertido y merecedor de jugarse solo por el placer de coleccionar y fusionar personas paraLa música maravillosa, la presentación hermosa y el gameplay dinámico sobrellevan el videojuego en su totalidad de una forma que rara vez vemos en el mundo de los videojuegos. Lamentablemente el brillo se va perdiendo después del primer capitulo y jamas repunta. Aún así el camino hacia el abismo es divertido y merecedor de jugarse solo por el placer de coleccionar y fusionar personas para complementar la estrategia del equipo o reformar una nueva en base a tus nuevos atributos. La historia es mejorable y deja de lado muchos aspectos que prometían explorar al principio.… Expand
  28. QuAc
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    I got the game about a week after joker was confirmed to be the first dlc fighter in smash. and holy **** did I not know what I was gonna get myself into. the story is amazing with one of the best twist I have ever seen in gaming. the game play is also amazing combining dungeon crawling with a jrpg and a life sim. the characters are also amazing and it really made me want to explore theirI got the game about a week after joker was confirmed to be the first dlc fighter in smash. and holy **** did I not know what I was gonna get myself into. the story is amazing with one of the best twist I have ever seen in gaming. the game play is also amazing combining dungeon crawling with a jrpg and a life sim. the characters are also amazing and it really made me want to explore their confidant story. I don't really know what else to say except that this is a must buy for anyone who has ever breathed. the opening can be slow (as it is a jrpg) but if you stick with it, the game becomes a beautiful piece of art. thank you Atlus for the best experience I have had while playing games. MY PERSONAL FAVORITE GAME OF ALL TIME.… Expand
  29. spicysmoochy
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    Excelent game, i love the music and the character development. Definitely Atlus's masterpiece
  30. Ambimunch
    Nov 29, 2019
    8
    In short, Persona 5 accomplishes two things: (1) it re-imagines turn based combat and evolves it to be fun/fast/stylish/and strategic in todays's modern gaming landscape, and (2) it delivers a unique story that is aimed at mature audiences with well written characters that are believable and fun to befriend throughout the course of this 100h+ journey! While the game has its slow monotonousIn short, Persona 5 accomplishes two things: (1) it re-imagines turn based combat and evolves it to be fun/fast/stylish/and strategic in todays's modern gaming landscape, and (2) it delivers a unique story that is aimed at mature audiences with well written characters that are believable and fun to befriend throughout the course of this 100h+ journey! While the game has its slow monotonous parts, overall Persona 5 is the new standard for AAA JRPGs in terms of quality and volume of content, and a representation of video games that are considered art thanks to its amazing style and presentation. 8/10… Expand
  31. Rainpresis
    Jul 25, 2020
    8
    Great Game, overall design from characters until music are very nice. A good update on JRPG style.

    A little bit to long, more than should.
  32. Pr0x
    Nov 19, 2019
    10
    Better then P4 Golden, worse then P3. Still a masterpiece. One of the best games of the decade. Altus SMT V plz!
  33. Saito86
    Dec 2, 2019
    10
    It was a very long time since I enjoy so much a JRPG :)

    Definitevly on my Top 5 JRPG of all time, maybe in my Top 3
  34. Zallyman
    Jan 29, 2020
    10
    This game is just incredible from start to finish. The gameplay mechanics have taken the turn based JRPG to another level. The music is the best i have ever heard in any game. The graphics, artwork and anime scenes are incredibly done. For me this is the greatest game i have ever played and I cannot wait to jump back into it come March 2020 for Persona 5 Royal.
  35. trejOwO
    Nov 21, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Historia, personajes, animación, música, mecánicas, todo esto combina a la perfección, ame la historia de principio a fin y la manera en como te familiarizas con los personajes es unica… Expand
  36. Cenogandia
    Nov 21, 2019
    9
    Finally, a Japanese role-playing game this generation that blows my mind! Persona 5 is quite an experience. It's a combination of a sim like elements with RPG dungeon crawling that is addicting. Clocking in at over 100 hours, it's an epic adventure that features a fantastic cast of characters that will stick with you long after you've beaten the game. Now, do note: It uses classicalFinally, a Japanese role-playing game this generation that blows my mind! Persona 5 is quite an experience. It's a combination of a sim like elements with RPG dungeon crawling that is addicting. Clocking in at over 100 hours, it's an epic adventure that features a fantastic cast of characters that will stick with you long after you've beaten the game. Now, do note: It uses classical turn-based gameplay, but it perfects the formula and adds a bit of Pokémon like elements to the mix. The story is very well written, although it can get too overly dramatic at times, but if you're used to more insane plot-points and Japanese like writting you won't have an issue with this. Visuals are amazing, yes it can't rival AAA games in the technical graphics, but what it lacks in raw-horse power it makes up with an amazing art direction. The music is just heavenly and surprisingly the voice acting as well. My only gripe with the game is that the pacing is off. I would have preferred it not to be at times boring and just have a good balance of normal sim-life and action gameplay. Overall: If you've been looking for a Japanese RPG in the past decade that will consume your life for at least weeks on end - and at the end feel like you've played one of the best in the genre, Persona 5 will not dissapoint.… Expand
  37. TheDarkMax
    Nov 30, 2019
    10
    Как по мне это лучшая часть Persona 5 которая вообще выходила. В ней просто всё идеально, да есть минусы для некоторых фанатов P3 и P4 но это не говорит что и они плохие. В общем, я каждому советую сыграть. Игра показывает множество проблем в обществе а также в Фантомных Ворах, поэтому берите не пожалеете!Как по мне это лучшая часть Persona 5 которая вообще выходила. В ней просто всё идеально, да есть минусы для некоторых фанатов P3 и P4 но это не говорит что и они плохие. В общем, я каждому советую сыграть. Игра показывает множество проблем в обществе а также в Фантомных Ворах, поэтому берите не пожалеете!
  38. drrosenthal
    Aug 22, 2020
    10
    I was looking for a new title and saw Persona 5 among the top-rated PS4 titles (with GoW, RDR2, Uncharted 4 etc), and my curiosity got the best of me. JRPG's aren't usually my thing at all, which is probably why I felt like maybe I'd missed something, and I went ahead and bought it. Over 120 hrs later I'm nearing the end of the game, and I gotta say this really IS one of the best titlesI was looking for a new title and saw Persona 5 among the top-rated PS4 titles (with GoW, RDR2, Uncharted 4 etc), and my curiosity got the best of me. JRPG's aren't usually my thing at all, which is probably why I felt like maybe I'd missed something, and I went ahead and bought it. Over 120 hrs later I'm nearing the end of the game, and I gotta say this really IS one of the best titles for PS4.

    Pro's: The art style is incredible. The fusion-esque soundtrack creates a great atmosphere. The story! Oh, the story. You really feel like you're getting to know these people, as if you're actually a member of the Phantom Thieves. This game has me wanting to travel to Sangenjaya (the real-life inspiration for the in-game Yongenjaya) more than GTAV ever made me want to go to LA. I feel like I could walk into a coffee shop in Tokyo and have a brew with one of the character's from the game. It's weird.

    More pro's: The turn-based combat is multi-levelled and engrossing, despite me usually shying away from turn-based RPG's. It can be quite fast-paced, which I like (and it looks stunning). In terms of story and writing, it can be quirky, comical, serious, unbelievably dark even - which is what makes it such an artwork in my opinion.

    Con's: The beginning of the game feels quite difficult unless you're familiar with the genre, but I got the hang of it after looking for tips online. Without spoiling anything, the end of the game stretches out for a good bit which isn't necessarily a bad thing but after 100+ hours of playing I sort of got fed up with boss fights.

    Summary: As an individual, I try to keep an open mind but it should be added that I usually prefer 3rd person adventures/action/horror games and the like. I'm glad I tried Persona 5 though, and now it's become one of my most anticipated series to look forward to (Persona 6 when??). So if you're like me and you're looking for something different, you should definitely check out this game. If you're already into japanese RPG's or anime/manga, then it's a no-brainer. Get this game.    … Expand
  39. izumi
    Dec 9, 2019
    10
    I do not believe any game can truly be perfect enough to attain a 10/10 score, however due to the lack of any scoring system without whole numbers on Metacritic, I feel as though this best represents my thoughts.

    My thoughts on Persona 5 are best summed up with one sentence. I truly do believe this is the best game ever created. This is not just for the RPG genre, but for the wider    I do not believe any game can truly be perfect enough to attain a 10/10 score, however due to the lack of any scoring system without whole numbers on Metacritic, I feel as though this best represents my thoughts.

    My thoughts on Persona 5 are best summed up with one sentence. I truly do believe this is the best game ever created. This is not just for the RPG genre, but for the wider industry.

    The most striking aspect of Persona 5 can be found in its artstyle and design. It may seem as a somewhat vain form of praise, but the design is truly outstanding. System menus are a joy to navigate just for seeing their designs. The world and character models may be simple, but are viciously effective in their simplicity. The music is perhaps the best the series has ever been blessed with, Shoji Meguro at his absolute best. Character portraits are appealing to look at. Every aspect of this game's art and design is an absolute joy, it is something you must see to truly understand.

    Gameplay feels the strongest that the Persona series has ever experienced. The dungeons in Persona 5 feel far more varied than the TV World or Tartarus in prior games. The only flaw Persona 5 experiences in this regard is in the form of Momentos. This was the one area of the game in which I felt fatigued when exploring, but this mostly due to a desire to return to the game's wonderful story and social aspects.

    Speaking of social aspects, Persona 5 replaces the Social Links of old with the new Confidants. Although, this is more of a renaming phenomenon than a real overhaul in terms of design or mechanics. Regardless, social activities in Persona 5 are just as enjoyable as they have been in previous games. I felt genuinely invested in the issues which certain characters were facing, and felt fulfilled when they reached the end of their arcs. There is not a single Confidant which stood out to me as especially boring or uninteresting. Some Confidants involve characters which are not central to the story, which may reduce the investment some people have in those characters. However, I found all the Confidants I explored in both of my playthroughs to be fun, entertaining and engaging.

    A natural progression from this point would to talk characters. Persona 3 and especially 4 are well known for their colourful casts, and Persona 5 is no exception. I'd argue that this is the series at its best. Through the use of the previously discussed Confidants, characters feel fleshed out, believable and interesting. The dynamic between the main cast of characters feels so natural it is hard to explain through words. It feels as though this is a real group of friends that could exist in the real world, if they could steal hearts and stuff of course. Good character development comes hand in hand with a fantastic storyline. I do not wish to discuss this in detail here as a result of the upcoming changes in Persona 5 The Royal.

    If I could give a more accurate score to Persona 5, it would be 9.8/10. I do not believe it is possible for any game to be perfect. However, I believe Persona 5 is currently the best game you can buy with money right now. This is no exaggeration. I had been a long time Persona fan prior to the release of Persona 5, and to have all of the hype pay off in such a meaningful way was an incredible feeling I have not felt since. I give Persona 5 a 9.8 in the hopes that one day a 9.9 game will best Persona 5. It may not be a Persona or Atlus game that does this, but I believe there is room in the future for an even better game than Persona 5. However, at this time, Persona 5 is my most favourite game of all time.    … Expand
  40. Alentejano
    Aug 9, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Persona 5 is amazing but it's also extremely flawed. To start with the good: this game is incredibly stylized. Everything from the dynamic menu screens, your phone, the clinic's and airsoft shop's menu's to combat finishing moves(the all-out attacks, each one amazing, unique and loyal to the character's personality, they are also really pleasant to look at) is an exercise in innovation.
    The music is up there with Nier: Automata as the best. Every track is perfectly used and the creates the right mood. "Rivers in the Desert" and "Life will change" are the best tracks but every palace theme is perfect to its palace theme making them even more fun to explore. Some of the best moments in the game include listening to the lyrics to "Life will change" for the first time and "Rivers in the Desert" being used as the battle theme in Shido's fight.
    The turn-base combat is actually fun and the "persona system" includes a good amount of personas with great character design most of the time and a good amount of abilities. The social aspect is related to the personas and the combat and that is a great decision since it motivates to get to know these characters' stories and sorting out what you should do and who you want to hang out with is engaging.
    The characters are a bit hit or miss. Mostly they are good or great, but they can have really bad scenes: Makoto's stupid decision to go after a mafia boss, Ryuji is always revealing that they are the phantom thieves, Yusuke's introduction (wanting to paint Ann nude), Haru's lack of screen time and importance, almost everything Morgana does or says and Mishima's fixation with the group. While playing the game this tends to not matter anymore since you spend more time with the characters and grow to love each one (Yusuke and Ryuji are the best ones).
    The voice acting is just perfect especially Ryuji and the character design for each phantom thief is stylish.
    Here comes the not so great parts:
    The story overall has lots of problems but does lots of things right...but the copious amount of exposition, bad or repetitive dialogue in some earlier sections, cartoonishly evil moments (Shido's and Akechi's dialogue), the entirety of the Okumura's palace/Morgana's tantrum and the pointless flashbacks are not even close to being decent. With that out of the way we can get to the good part again: the story is really good, a bit simplistic (society, society, society, rotten adults) but the game doesn't have a very serious tone so it's more acceptable. Each palace is fun to explore, contains a good amount of symbolism in its architecture and interesting persona fights, including the final boss... except the Okumura one, that's just **** enemies,"quests" and boring puzzles leading to the worst boss fight (all of this plus Morgana's tantrum just steal Haru's spotlight). All in all Sae and Futaba have the best and second best palaces and "Price" and "Whims of fate" are the best palace themes. Almost every palace is amazing. The last section in mementos is also really great: going through this area full of strong enemies is a great build-up to the Holy Grail reveal that leads to the second best scene in the game (the gang disappearing). Next comes a series of amazing fights against raphael and company leading to the best fight in the game against Yaldabaoth (Akechi's fight is more meaningful and difficult and Sae's is the most aesthetically pleasing with the roulette stuff) that is both difficult and fun due to the seven deadly sins. Then when you loose, all your confidants cheer you on as you literally use the power of friendship and free Arsène's chains to summon Satanael and in the best scene in the game you use your gun and Satanael fires a single bullet that shatters Yaldabaoth's head (great use of both slow motion, silence and sound design), great camera work as the camera comes through Yaldabaoth's head while focusing on the cloudy skies (great use of color with the yellowish/redish skies contrast with Satanael's blueish "awakening"). After that basically comes having to say goodbye to the characters you grow to love and letting your friends drive you home.
    Persona 5 is stunning but inconsistent, it has around 80 hours of greatness, 20 hours of just good stuff and 20 hours of mediocrity. With that being said it still is among the best games of its genre and a great game.    … Expand
  41. AnasMD128
    Dec 10, 2019
    10
    One of the most beautiful art and story game every made. And it's definitely a must play for all Playstation 4 owners. Don't worry, this game is for everyone l, not for only anime fans.
  42. Shadar_101
    Dec 24, 2019
    10
    Absolutely amazing the combat is better than perfect it's turn based but unique and much better than any other turn based combat games. The story is absolutely brilliant so many little details were filled like how you bond with the characters which is extremely fun and if feels like you are actually there it's amazing how well the characters are done. the story is just amazing. You neverAbsolutely amazing the combat is better than perfect it's turn based but unique and much better than any other turn based combat games. The story is absolutely brilliant so many little details were filled like how you bond with the characters which is extremely fun and if feels like you are actually there it's amazing how well the characters are done. the story is just amazing. You never get bored .… Expand
  43. Bkrs
    Jan 25, 2020
    10
    I’ve played a lot of video games in my life and this game was truly the first one that I went out of my way to praise on this site. I found almost every aspect of this game to be incredibly enjoyable. Loved just about every minute of it!
  44. DragonGamerZ
    Jan 25, 2020
    10
    If someone were to ask me what my favorite video game of all time was, I would immediately say Persona 5. The story is incredibly well-done, along with a cast of equally incredibly well-written characters, making for an absolutely beautiful experience overall. I've never felt so attached to a cast of video game characters in my life, and it's astonishing how many times I popped off fromIf someone were to ask me what my favorite video game of all time was, I would immediately say Persona 5. The story is incredibly well-done, along with a cast of equally incredibly well-written characters, making for an absolutely beautiful experience overall. I've never felt so attached to a cast of video game characters in my life, and it's astonishing how many times I popped off from hype or was on the verge of tears from sad moments that I will not mention for the sake of spoilers. Seriously, if you haven't played this game yet, BUY IT! (or wait for Persona 5 Royal, which is basically Persona 5 but it adds more, including the new best girl Kasumi, whichever works for you)… Expand
  45. ShinishiKudo
    Nov 22, 2020
    10
    Stole my heart
    This game took me by suprise and I enjoyed every second of it. From a great soundtrack to a great story and intersting gamrplay Persona 5 has everything.
  46. Facundo2698
    Jan 6, 2020
    10
    De los mejores RPG que eh jugado tiene una historia,apartado grafico y sonoro excelente me tomo 125 horas terminar y ahora voy por newgame+ estoy esperando suoer emocionado Persona 5 Royale por fin en español
  47. Kal_Wardin
    Jan 8, 2020
    10
    Best persona game by far and this is coming from someone who played every persona game.
  48. luaybbj
    Jan 15, 2020
    10
    It's amazing. It's incredible .unforgettable boss ware.The best role-playing game
  49. Gamerriku
    Jan 17, 2020
    10
    By far one of the best JRPG's I have picked up in a long time. I'm a little late to the game but I am not regretting it at all, so much so that I have replayed it more than once along with trophy hunting, which I only do with games that I greatly enjoy. I'm loving this game so much that I want to pick up the remake coming out in March that will also feature some new things not seen in theBy far one of the best JRPG's I have picked up in a long time. I'm a little late to the game but I am not regretting it at all, so much so that I have replayed it more than once along with trophy hunting, which I only do with games that I greatly enjoy. I'm loving this game so much that I want to pick up the remake coming out in March that will also feature some new things not seen in the first Persona 5. The graphics of the game are supremely amazing along with the dialog and the reactions of the characters throughout the storyline. The combat is amazing as a turn base system seeing how a lot of old classics are removing turned base now as well. Don't get me wrong I love having freedom and mobility in combat but there is just something so special with turn based games. Persona 5 took great advantage of the turn based combat as well, no spoilers but truly they did amazing with the way they made things. The characters are each their own, with thier own personality and development which is nice to see. Over all the development, the game play, the style, and the art just bring together everything. I was caught from day one in the game and it just got better and better.… Expand
  50. Patroneq
    Jan 21, 2020
    10
    To be honest, I was always sceptical when it comes to jRPGs so it was this time as well. When I heard about Persona 5 I thought that "oh man, it's another Japenese RPG, full of weird things, anime style etc.". But I could not be more wrong. This game is a masterpiece. I took me ~100h to beat this game. I admit, that after 50-60h of game play, it started feeling a bit boring, the gameTo be honest, I was always sceptical when it comes to jRPGs so it was this time as well. When I heard about Persona 5 I thought that "oh man, it's another Japenese RPG, full of weird things, anime style etc.". But I could not be more wrong. This game is a masterpiece. I took me ~100h to beat this game. I admit, that after 50-60h of game play, it started feeling a bit boring, the game became repetitive, but when I started getting close to the end, and the main plot was on the first plan, I could not stop playing. It was interesting, every mistieries started becoming clear, and the amount of feelings and emotions I felt during the ending is indescribable. It felt so satisfying, that I am looking forward to play Persona 5 Royal now.
    The music. The music is definitely the best part of the game. It was selected perfectly for each scene.
    The characters were also well written, on the first page you think that they are some annoying teenagers, but in the end I felt really sad, when I finished the game, that I will be no longer the part of the group with them.    … Expand
  51. JP_Wilde
    Jun 19, 2020
    5
    I tried to like the game, but I couldn't.
    I even got used to the mechanics of the game and the simulation of school life, but there are things that bothered me a lot and take away my patience.
    First, you almost never have the freedom and time to do what you want, because there is always something to do and you spend a whole day, or sometimes you do something silly and end the day. But    I tried to like the game, but I couldn't.
    I even got used to the mechanics of the game and the simulation of school life, but there are things that bothered me a lot and take away my patience.
    First, you almost never have the freedom and time to do what you want, because there is always something to do and you spend a whole day, or sometimes you do something silly and end the day.
    But what makes me most angry is the fact that the game always trolls the player, when you have few resources and want to leave a dungeon, the game forces you to walk through everything that has happened again to find either an exit or a Safe Room '', but resurrecting all the enemies that you exhaustedly defeated, so if you are unlucky enough to fall into a battle in which a CURSE enemy decides to focus on the Joker, you lose the entire battle even though you have 3 Party alive, then you lose at least 1 hour with absolutely nothing, go back to the beginning of the last save you made.
    I wanted to play for fun, not to get bored and waste time like that, you feel your time being wasted in seconds, it makes me sick.
    The game is not bad, but it is very frustrating and random, especially when enemies teleport in front of you right after finishing a battle against another.
    I hate walking around on several maps one by one just to get out of the dungeon, and if you die, you lose your hours at the cost of NOTHING!    … Expand
  52. RafikiafReko
    Jan 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Take the only good element of Pokémon, combine it with the emotional rollercoaster of Final Fantasy. Use the charming elements of Cowboy Bebop. It was so easy to make this into a game of only chasing bad guys, but it's story shows a great improvement when we mest Futaba. Having someone with depression forming a castle that turned from needing to hostile att certain points since vet emotions were all over the place. This game offers 100 hours on the story. I played with "Hard" and it made most encounters dangerous since the checkpoint can be far away. Going to do the NG+ in Japanese, but I can say the voice acting was really good..… Expand
  53. Fantasia3
    Jan 26, 2020
    10
    Persona 5 is the masterfully crafted jrpg masterpeice that strays away from typicail rpg norms and gives us some of the most detailed yet approachble systems in gaming. Its an rpg for both lovers and haters of the genre
  54. Claustro
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    The best the playstation has to offer and honestly one of the greatest games of all time. The gameplay is immersive and has may things to do. The ui and menus are close to perfection and the music is absolutely fantastic. If you are on the fence i would say wait for p5r but i definitely recommend you play this game in any way you can.
  55. n4g1b4t0r3000
    Jun 29, 2020
    10
    Провел в игре около 300 часов и могу сказать что еще проведу больше. около 125 часов в persona 5 и 172 часа в persona 5 royal. Игра просто гениальная и мне очень понравилась, закончил игру на платинум, так что почти все поведал что было в игре.

    Если вы играли в подобные игры раньше, то она вам зайдет однозначно. А для тех кто думает стоит или нет, что это игра больше про отношения между    Провел в игре около 300 часов и могу сказать что еще проведу больше. около 125 часов в persona 5 и 172 часа в persona 5 royal. Игра просто гениальная и мне очень понравилась, закончил игру на платинум, так что почти все поведал что было в игре.

    Если вы играли в подобные игры раньше, то она вам зайдет однозначно. А для тех кто думает стоит или нет, что это игра больше про отношения между людьме чем какой-то пошаговый файтинг. Для меня это одна из лучших игр прошлого десятилетия(в японии она вышла в 2019)    … Expand
  56. Z4C18
    Feb 5, 2020
    10
    Persona 5 is the greatest game I’ve played, the story is great and there’s so many likeable and even ‘lovable’ characters which you can hang out with which gives you lots of benefits that will help you along the way.

    The music is amazing, there’s not a single bad song...except mementos. The world looks lovely too with a nice amount of locations which some are based on real life locations    Persona 5 is the greatest game I’ve played, the story is great and there’s so many likeable and even ‘lovable’ characters which you can hang out with which gives you lots of benefits that will help you along the way.

    The music is amazing, there’s not a single bad song...except mementos.

    The world looks lovely too with a nice amount of locations which some are based on real life locations in Japan.

    Also the battle UI is the smoothest, coolest and most satisfying you’ll ever see.    … Expand
  57. Diablo4
    May 26, 2020
    10
    Best Game in the History! Best game ever! Best JRPG Forever. Best Scenary, best characters, best protagonist, best soundtrack, best style, best Atlus game. Nothing to say anymore.
  58. Clorf
    Feb 18, 2020
    10
    Literally the best game I’ve ever played. So far I have play it through twice and plan on 100% the game before P5R comes out.
  59. Persona5Royale
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    The most incredible experience I have ever had! The story is flawless and the soundtrack is absolute GOLD!
  60. Adriella01
    Feb 22, 2020
    9
    I played P4 before and P5 is very close to this good old classic. They stick to their successful ideas from 2008, which I liked very much.
  61. MnameJeff
    Feb 23, 2020
    5
    Fitting that Persona 5 gets a rating of 5. In my opinion one of the most overrated games of all time, and I’ve played this game all the way through 3 times. I’ll start with the positives. 1, the gameplay is great, the turn based combat system in this game feels great to use and the menus are nice and fast. 2, the UI as everyone already knows is over the top, flashy, and pretty sick to lookFitting that Persona 5 gets a rating of 5. In my opinion one of the most overrated games of all time, and I’ve played this game all the way through 3 times. I’ll start with the positives. 1, the gameplay is great, the turn based combat system in this game feels great to use and the menus are nice and fast. 2, the UI as everyone already knows is over the top, flashy, and pretty sick to look at. And that’s all for the positive, onto the negative. 1, the story is very mediocre and peaks at the first dungeon only to go down from there, this review is spoiler free so I won’t go in depth, but I’ll say there’s one character that’s handled terribly and is the worst part of the story, with many other meh things too. 2, the character development, while I think the characters themselves range from terrible to great, they’re development sucks. For example, they learn a big lesson in the first dungeon only to completely abandon what they learned in the second dungeon and use it as comedy. 3, the dungeons, they range from terrible to good, with most of them being very meh, and as everyone knows the 5th dungeon is terrible. 4, the difficulty, this game is a complete cakewalk, as someone who’s played many other RPG’s this game offers little to no challenge throughout almost the whole game, the hardest dungeon in my opinion is the first one and only because you don’t have a good grip on the gameplay yet. 5, the calendar system that the game uses where you play through every single individual day can get very boring, especially during summer it feels like there’s nothing to do, leading right into the next and final point. 6, social links (confidants), for the most part tend to be pretty boring with some standouts like Iwai being great. My final say on this game is: you’ll probably think it’s amazing, even a 9/10 or a 10/10 on your first playthrough like I did, but after replaying the game the magic of my first playthrough started to fade away and I saw how mediocre the game really was under that thick polish of slick UI and fun comabt. Thanks to anybody who reads this whole thing through.… Expand
  62. ANDYHILLS972
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    The first game from the Persona series that I (and many others) have played, and I've enjoyed it a lot.

    A amazing art style, clean gameplay, the incredible and catchy soundtrack that I listen to on a daily basis since finishing the game and a lot of replay value due to the confidants and content you'll only see if you do a new game plus route. I hope that we see a Persona 3 and    The first game from the Persona series that I (and many others) have played, and I've enjoyed it a lot.

    A amazing art style, clean gameplay, the incredible and catchy soundtrack that I listen to on a daily basis since finishing the game and a lot of replay value due to the confidants and content you'll only see if you do a new game plus route.

    I hope that we see a Persona 3 and Persona 4 remake on the PS4 sooner rather than later so many people who have seen the Persona series via P5 can get a experience on the other great instalments of the franchise.

    For anyone that is a fan of the Persona series or a huge fan of JRPG's, this game will make you smile from ear to ear.

    Hopefully Persona 6 can equal or even be better Persona 5 when it eventually releases (most likely on PlayStation 5) and keep the fans engaged in the series.    … Expand
  63. Destroynkill34
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    This game is an absolute masterpiece I don't really care for anime and I do not like turn based combat but persona mixes both of these things into something extremely entertaining and fun I've never been as invested in a story as I was in this game it has so much replayability to right after beating it I went into new game plus enjoying every moment of it this game is easily my top game ofThis game is an absolute masterpiece I don't really care for anime and I do not like turn based combat but persona mixes both of these things into something extremely entertaining and fun I've never been as invested in a story as I was in this game it has so much replayability to right after beating it I went into new game plus enjoying every moment of it this game is easily my top game of all time I started playing it at a very low point in my life and it was therapeutic and helpful to me if your contemplating buying it go for it just do it it's so worth your money it's rare to find a game these days that has this much work and passion in it… Expand
  64. SirSoil
    Feb 28, 2020
    10
    Persona 5 is the best RPG ever made, with its stylish gameplay masterpiece of a soundtrack and an amazing story. The game is split in two parts, the real world and the dungeon world. In the real world you meet Friends do activities play games read books and much much more, but what do these activities reward you with? It rewards you in the dungeons and it works perfectly, especially whenPersona 5 is the best RPG ever made, with its stylish gameplay masterpiece of a soundtrack and an amazing story. The game is split in two parts, the real world and the dungeon world. In the real world you meet Friends do activities play games read books and much much more, but what do these activities reward you with? It rewards you in the dungeons and it works perfectly, especially when ur in need of help from ur allies. The enemies and bosses are amazing in this game they look great, the story supports that with amazing writing humor and it actually makes you feel so many emotions while playing it’s superb. The soundtrack man holy **** it’s the best soundtrack in any video game. The games gameplay is also super satisfying and easy to learn for an RPG, the game is just enjoyable all the way through. Persona 5 is a must have for everyone who enjoys playing video games, it’s a show that not every game has to be popular or from a huge company, all it needs is the love and passion that was committed by the devs. (A Masterpiece 5/5) You Must Play It!… Expand
  65. AhmedJM
    Apr 20, 2020
    10
    To summarize: a Masterpiece and a must play. Definitely the best game I've ever played on the PS4.
  66. Vice-versa
    Mar 11, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Persona 5 is got to be one of the best video games I’ve ever played in my life if not the best video game I played the thing is I had no knowledge of the persona series or even played one before so I bought the game on ps store because I heard that atand start playing it I be honest the art looked good (Acceptable) and the first few hours felt ok nothing special but then the game start expanding and there were more characters to bond with more freedom for you to do what you want… Expand
  67. Edugelion27
    Mar 18, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. My first time falling in love with a Turn Based JRPG. Its has the style, the looks and the musik mixed in with a very uplifting story. Also Makoto is best girl dont question it!… Expand
  68. Kiarashbin
    Mar 18, 2020
    10
    This game is one of the best games ever made holy god im so mad at myself for not playing this sooner.
    Everything here is amazing from style to music to gameplay and of course the graphics 10 out of 10
  69. DarkFireUmad
    Apr 20, 2020
    10
    Persona 5 es un juego genial punto por punto.
    Lo primero es la estética que tiene, los menús y la predominancia del color rojo y negro durante todo el juego que es sensacional.
    La banda sonora es simplemente la mejor banda sonora que he escuchado tanto en calidad como en el modo que está tan bien utilizada en el juego con cada momento. Los personajes puedo decir que todos me parecen    Persona 5 es un juego genial punto por punto.
    Lo primero es la estética que tiene, los menús y la predominancia del color rojo y negro durante todo el juego que es sensacional.
    La banda sonora es simplemente la mejor banda sonora que he escuchado tanto en calidad como en el modo que está tan bien utilizada en el juego con cada momento.
    Los personajes puedo decir que todos me parecen geniales con la relevancia que tienen en el momento de sus historia y son memorables.
    El combate es simplemente genial, no he jugado a los persona anteriores pero dentro de los RPG por turnos que he jugado es de los mejores.
    La historia podría ser lo más "flojo" pero aún así me gusta mucho el como empiezas solucionando un problema "menor" con un profesor y el como acaba escalando todo con los Phantom Thieves.
    En conclusión, es uno de los mejores RPG que he jugado y me ha hecho querer jugar a los anteriores y a los que salgan más adelante.    … Expand
  70. Redphone
    Mar 23, 2020
    9
    This is one of those games that changes the landscape for the genre. The gameplay is top notch, the graphics are gorgeous, even the menus are some of the best in recent gaming. While the game has some story issues like Haru getting little development in the story, using a victim of a pervert in the first arc as the fan service for the rest of the game, and having some parts that bloated itThis is one of those games that changes the landscape for the genre. The gameplay is top notch, the graphics are gorgeous, even the menus are some of the best in recent gaming. While the game has some story issues like Haru getting little development in the story, using a victim of a pervert in the first arc as the fan service for the rest of the game, and having some parts that bloated it and could have been trimmed down, there is more good than not and overall the story is excellent otherwise. If you like JRPGs and have a PS4, just go buy it - there is so much content you will be busy for a looong time.… Expand
  71. PeterPersona
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The super JRPG which made me a loyal fan of Persona and addict to Persona 5. Thank You Atlus!… Expand
  72. JoelIsAJoke
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    Simply the best game ever, the combat is amazing, the real world part of it is amazing, the story is amazing and the palaces are so fun to go through with really creative boss fights.
  73. The_Final_Boss
    Mar 26, 2020
    10
    it will take you at least 100 hours just to get through the main story line and that's not being a compleionist or anything either. Epic boss music soundtracks. Traditional turn based RPG mixed in with a dating simulator and you got yourself a Persona game.
  74. Pandaninja360
    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.
  75. Vexx3r
    Mar 27, 2020
    10
    This game has the best soundtrack I have heard, and a very unique art style and UI and a story that will fail to bore and believable characters
  76. Luckismyskill
    Mar 30, 2020
    10
    I heard a lot about about this game but I never thought it would be so GREAT,I am a ps fan since I remember,from the ps1 to nowadays and it felt so nostalgic,i remenber myself playing at my ps2 sly cooper 2,omg that’s my favorite game of my childhood,putting aside gta 3 and vice city.The plot is so deep reflecting how in society everyone is wearing a mask and our real self is hiding insideI heard a lot about about this game but I never thought it would be so GREAT,I am a ps fan since I remember,from the ps1 to nowadays and it felt so nostalgic,i remenber myself playing at my ps2 sly cooper 2,omg that’s my favorite game of my childhood,putting aside gta 3 and vice city.The plot is so deep reflecting how in society everyone is wearing a mask and our real self is hiding inside our hearts that I couldn’t skip a single dialogue,just because of how good the story is,but also the gameplay is really good,maybe you don’t got things at the beginning but once you got some time,everything starts to flow.And what I can say about soundtrack,it is a MASTERPIECE,only those songs can make you play for a while.I have to say that I’m not an rpg fan but every second of this game was worth it.… Expand
  77. BambiRue
    Apr 8, 2020
    9
    Great game, but this isn't the greatest game ever like some reviews are saying.

    The gameplay is probably some of the best in the industry right now. Seriously. The graphics are top tier and even the freaking menus are sexy. As a game it is by far the best persona game. And as for blending a visual novel with an RPG it does the best of balancing the story and gameplay. But the story,    Great game, but this isn't the greatest game ever like some reviews are saying.

    The gameplay is probably some of the best in the industry right now. Seriously. The graphics are top tier and even the freaking menus are sexy. As a game it is by far the best persona game. And as for blending a visual novel with an RPG it does the best of balancing the story and gameplay.

    But the story, the game at times feels like it was written by 2 people - one who wanted to tell a edgy but big young adult story about rebellion and the abuse of power and the other wanted to make this a typical rom-com harem anime. It also has some serious problems like who arcs that could have been removed (does anything important happen in the bank section other than getting a new teammate?) and Morgana's palace long temper tantrum near the end.

    Overall I think it is the best persona game so far, but not the best game ever.

    EDIT: Changed my score from a 8 to 9 now that I'm partway through Royal. Will do a review of that later.    … Expand
  78. Anatoro
    Mar 31, 2020
    9
    Игра не без недостатков, но чёрт возьми я обожаю эту игру. Игра буквально "переступает" через свои недостатки. Сюжет про школьников супер героев? Сделать их способности максимально необычными. Пошаговая боевая система? Сделать её максимально зрелищной и динамично.Игра не без недостатков, но чёрт возьми я обожаю эту игру. Игра буквально "переступает" через свои недостатки. Сюжет про школьников супер героев? Сделать их способности максимально необычными. Пошаговая боевая система? Сделать её максимально зрелищной и динамично.
  79. Yaeger94
    Apr 15, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Persona 5 is an amazing game, filled to the brim with unique characters and locations that I'll remember for the rest of my life. The game has unique style, that I'm sure has been done before, but never this well. Almost every single character is enjoyable to be around, each with a unique personality that are easily distinguishable, at least to me. After its 100+ hour story concluded, I wanted more of these characters and was extremely upset to see them go, but it looks like Atlus is continuing with this cast, as Persona 5 Royal and Persona 5 Scramble bring back these iconic characters. The palace structures were very unique, each with its own feel and style, like a spaceship and a castle. The only thing stopping me for giving this game a perfect score is some small things. Some of the confidants were disappointing, and didn't feel like they mattered to the story. Some of the palaces were very lacking as well, especially 2 certain ones I'm sure you've heard plenty about. Parts of the story are kinda bad and bit of a drag to. get through. But it's in no way a bad game, it's actually my favorite game of all time. And did I mention the soundtrack? This game has one of the best soundtracks I've ever heard and would put many other soundtracks to shame. This game single-handily made me a fan of Atlus and JRPGs and made me want to explore different genres of video games. It also help change me as a person, it made me feel confident, feel better about myself, and gave me the guts to do things I would never do if I didn't buy this game. Even though I didn't get through every aspect of this game, i say pick this game up, or get Persona 5 Royal if you can afford it. Just know that this game made me change in the best way possible, and who knows, maybe it'll make you make a change as well.… Expand
  80. ThePSButton
    May 6, 2020
    9
    Tal vez Persona 5 no sea el Persona definitivo o el mejor de la franquicia, pero es una obra preciosa que está en un nivel al que sus contemporáneos del género no se han acercado en muchísimos años.
  81. tangledwings
    Apr 4, 2020
    9
    I love Atlus but they can be hit or miss. This game is a hit for sure, with unmatched style, great music, and super fun gameplay. The only weakness is the story. Don't get me wrong, it's still better than 95% of games out there, but it doesn't compare to the story from Persona 4. In Persona 4 the dungeons were all personifications of the character's inner struggles, and the bosses wereI love Atlus but they can be hit or miss. This game is a hit for sure, with unmatched style, great music, and super fun gameplay. The only weakness is the story. Don't get me wrong, it's still better than 95% of games out there, but it doesn't compare to the story from Persona 4. In Persona 4 the dungeons were all personifications of the character's inner struggles, and the bosses were "shadow" versions of the characters that that didn't just have to defeat, but accept. This game greatly simplifies that formula by having all the bad guys be abusive authority figures and the protagonists being "rebels." There is little actual character growth, which is disappointing. Ryuji has something going on with his dad that is mentioned once. Most style than substance on this one, but still a great game.

    The last game also put gender issues front-and-center, whereas this one has the main female character grow by becoming skinnier to be a better model. I'm not joking, that is her character arc. It also has the player pressure her to pose nude for her stalker at his house, and gives you the option of telling her she should have let her teacher rape her. Oh yeah, and it has you blackmail your teacher after finding out that she works as a prostitute to support the family of a dead student. The game doesn't explicitly say that she has sex with you. It's implied. I still loved the game but there are some ugly flies in the ointment that I can't ignore. In some ways the characters are so similar to those from Persona 4 I literally call them by the wrong name. In other ways, it feels like it was written by a different person morally and thematically.

    Overall an amazing game that everyone should play, but not as good as Persona 4 if you value story and character/    … Expand
  82. Abdulnasser
    Apr 7, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The feelings and chills you get when you are fighting Shido are incomparable… Expand
  83. Ratherbejon
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    This game is great. There is so much more content and little changes that make the game feel fresh and new, that palaces feel like an entirely new experience. P5R also adds a ton of quality of life changes and better tutorials that will welcome new players. This game is amazing and a must buy for any JR PG fans!
  84. Deadmanrulez
    Apr 13, 2020
    10
    Honestly this game is sublime and dare I say the pinacle of JRPGs there is something for everyone in this game and I don't think it gets nearly as much praise as it deserves.
  85. Andydoo
    Apr 20, 2020
    10
    Didn't play this game until recently but it's just my personal favorite game of all time. The music is insanely good, the combat is engaging, the world is well-designed, the story is deep and the characters are some of the best I've seen in a video game period. This game is so worth the price it really should be three times as expensive, so don't even think about not picking this one up.Didn't play this game until recently but it's just my personal favorite game of all time. The music is insanely good, the combat is engaging, the world is well-designed, the story is deep and the characters are some of the best I've seen in a video game period. This game is so worth the price it really should be three times as expensive, so don't even think about not picking this one up. It's also worth noting that this is my first Persona game, and I hadn't even heard about the series until Joker was added to Smash, so it's totally fine to start the series here.… Expand
  86. Fallingroy
    Apr 22, 2020
    9
    This is one of the best RPGs in years. Sure it had a little to much story compared to gameplay but the gameplay is great, the story is great, and the graphics are great. The updates the royal version adds were pretty unnecessary so IMO this is the best version of the game to buy.
  87. MrSirPerson
    Apr 24, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game oozes passion and style. Do the actual models and graphics look the best? No, but that's not why people take notice of this game. It's the flair everything is done with. Even the menus feel like they have more love than some AAA games out there (I'm looking at you, EA). The story is very well executed, with the exception of two parts. The lead up to Okumura's palace is forced and uneven. Why do Morgana and Ryuji have a rivalry that came out of Morgana being a complete jerk to Ryuji for no reason? Morgana feeling useless makes sense with the introduction of Futaba, but that combined with Morgana leaving due to the fight with Ryuji feels like it shouldn't be there. The second part where it's revealed that Akechi is the traitor isn't necessarily a bad plot point, but the game seemed to simultaneously be trying to make the twist surprising and unexpected, yet also made it ridiculously obvious. The first 5 hours or so of the game are kinda slow, but they aren't painful, per se. Once you start infiltrating the palaces for real, the game gets amazing. The palaces are fun to explore, with much more verticality and depth than the dungeons of Persona 3 and 4. The puzzles are fun to solve, but aren't very hard unless you never pay attention to what your party members say. The combat is thoughtful, stylish, and has a musical rhythm that will leave you having a slight groove with you the entire time you play. The weakness and one more systems are perfect to keep the action flowing, without slowing to a grinding halt. Battles rarely ever stretch out into tedium, due to once you knock down every enemy, you have 4 options. one is an All out Attack, which does a ton of damage and has a very high chance of ending the fight. You can either ask for an item or money, or you can start a negotiation. Every magic skill in the game comes courtesy of the Persona, a manifestation of your inner self. All of your party members only have one, but you can wield multiple, most of them come from negotiating with enemies, trying to convince them to join your pack of personas. The negotiations are a little easier if you pay attention to their mood listed in the top left of the screen when you knock them all down (also known as a Hold Up), but some of the dialogue options make no sense. These shadows have weird tastes, and the answer isn't always obvious, but it is doable.
    Persona is more than dungeon crawling, though. Half of the game is spent as a normal teenager, hanging out with friends, or doing activities to increase one of your five social stats. Your friends are known as confidants, with them having ten levels to unlock, each bringing new perks that will help you in battle. The life simulator part of Persona is just as addictive as dungeon crawling. Sometimes I would find myself attempting to complete the palace in one go, just so I would have more time to hang out with friends or increase social stats.
    This game is the kind that will absorb you for hours on end. It's systems are so well put together, The music an absolute masterclass in game soundtracks (I've listened to the OST for countless hours), and the style of everything done makes everyday life feel like an amazing adventure. This is a must play for any RPG fan, and will kind of become a phase in your life, making it hard to think about anything else.    … Expand
  88. ChesterField
    May 1, 2020
    9
    The best turn-based RPG on ps4 and probably of the entire generation. The artistic section is from another planet, the story hooks you and has an unforgettable soundtrack. To put a downside and the only reason not to put a 10/10, the game is not translated into other languages, which does not matter to me, but it is still an inexcusable failure for a game today. A must for fans of the genre.
  89. Falseswipe
    Apr 27, 2020
    10
    When you think of a good anime-style RPG or a good place to begin with RPGs for people who love anime, you should think of persona 5.

    It is a good game with difficulty level that welcome all players, both comedy and drama, and plenty to do. If you can handle the long intro, you will find something you will like in this game. Sure, no game is for everyone and if you hate teen drama or    When you think of a good anime-style RPG or a good place to begin with RPGs for people who love anime, you should think of persona 5.

    It is a good game with difficulty level that welcome all players, both comedy and drama, and plenty to do. If you can handle the long intro, you will find something you will like in this game. Sure, no game is for everyone and if you hate teen drama or anime style stuff of course you won’t like this game, but this game gets damn close. With the huge cast you will find someone you relate to or like and a variety of topics such as child abuse to more mild ones like social anxiety.

    This game is predictably cheap nowadays, so give it a shot if you need to try something new (don’t bother with the royal version, this one is better lol)    … Expand
  90. Throughawindow
    May 3, 2020
    9
    If you want a game that is really long, has lots of replay value, and has lots of side content to keep you busy, this game is an ideal choice. More seasoned rpg fans might find this one too easy, but is super for newcomers to the genre or newcomer to smt or the persona series in general.
  91. Yukiko
    May 4, 2020
    9
    While the characters aren’t as strong as they were in persona 4 and have issues getting the development they deserve, otherwise this is a great game. The graphics are great, the story is fun, and the battle system has been altered for the better.
  92. Duncs12345
    Aug 16, 2020
    8
    The story seemed really cool but I just couldn’t keep playing it... I tried several times but eventually gave up.
  93. H9Stalin
    May 15, 2020
    10
    Un increíble Jrpg que es una mejora de los anteriores juegos de Persona con una jugabilidad excelente, historia interesante, personajes carismáticos y una música simplemente genial.
  94. Fadymaged
    May 17, 2020
    10
    Wanna say something the game is over a 100 hours long don't buy it if you didn't have the time don't buy it
  95. Loki95
    Jun 2, 2020
    10
    One of the greatest game ever made, with incredibile character design, music, gameplay, and well written story. Amazing.
  96. Duoliss
    Jun 12, 2020
    10
    It was amazing.the game was fun and enjoyed the heck out the new version.it brought alot of new features to make the game feel better like:being able to reload guns in the dungeouns is cool.i like the characters alot and i enjoyed it.this is truly the definitive editon of persona 5
  97. Luigichief
    Jun 15, 2020
    10
    My top 1 game is not perfect but it is very good. The mix of being a student and exploring dungeons helping your friends or someone "at the same time" is very interesting and the way the time passes in this game is fantastic. The schedule for this game is one of the best mechanics ever made in a video game. You need to plan and use your time in the best possible way, after all you want toMy top 1 game is not perfect but it is very good. The mix of being a student and exploring dungeons helping your friends or someone "at the same time" is very interesting and the way the time passes in this game is fantastic. The schedule for this game is one of the best mechanics ever made in a video game. You need to plan and use your time in the best possible way, after all you want to interact with your friends, you have to go to school, you want to explore this world and discover the possible things to interact, you need to study for the tests that are coming come, you want to improve your status, you want to get a girlfriend, besides you can do side quests and explore "Mementos" (the optional 'dungeon' of the game) but the urgency of you needing to optimize your time comes from you always having the pressure of an 'x' date to finish the dungeon you are in, advancing the story or something bad will happen to the characters (usually).

    The characters are a highlight of this game. They are very lively, friendly, have their past, their history, their tastes, their hobbies and etc. All the characters that have Social Links are like that, there are 21 in total and within the game they are called confidants. The developers were smart and still encourage you to interact with them giving advantages in the gameplay, free items, improvements to the characters in your party, better items for sale and etc. Social links are another phenomenal mechanism in this game, it develops the characters and their relationship with each one of them. This game has some very strong social criticisms.

    The story is not very complex for the most part, but it is engaging and has its high points and they are great. The main reason she is involved is because she involves the characters you know and gives urgency to you to act, not to act until the deadline is game over. You want to continue in the story to get to know the characters better and you end up wanting to help them. All the dialogues in history (ARE MANY) have dubbing and it is great.

    The game easily takes 80+ hours to clear and if you get lost a little in this world get ready for 100 hours (without exaggeration).

    The gameplay of this game is a dungeon crawler that switches to the classic combat of a jrpg taken to the extreme with some very interesting mechanics to explore, such as mergers between personas. The personas are the main reason for the huge variety in combat, there are 192 different personas, each one is unique and well done. The difficulty is well-balanced and if you just crash until the boss is screwed (I did that once kk). But if you don't like turn combat it's hard to like this game, considering its size.

    The graphics of this game are currently a bit outdated (I played in 2019 and I thought it was good), but you get used to it quickly and you have to consider that it is a game made for the Playstation 3. If you are bothered by it, play Persona 5 Royal, a improved version of P5 (at the time I played it didn't exist). The dungeons are very well made and each one is unique with something new in each one. But what stands out is game art, I have never seen anything so good in video games.

    This game has one of my favorite soundtracks. They are unique in many ways, enjoyable to hear and striking. They also match the game and location you are at.

    A defect was that having relationships with the characters does not affect any dialogue during the story. There should be more events to interact with the characters and they could be more complex, interesting and slightly affect the relationship between you and the character. Another point worth mentioning is that if you don't like to read or understand English, this game is not for you.    … Expand
  98. Burattix54
    Jun 26, 2020
    8
    Making turn based rpgs fun is hard, but Atlus got it right. just great.
    Only annoying thing is the sometimes cheesy and tropey dialogue, with the usual lines about friendship and justice you always see in mediocre anime. There are still great plot sections and character moments.
  99. Abd0253710
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    The best game ever made, the story is amazing, the characters are all loveable, the gameplay is fantastic.
  100. Cheetah-25R
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    Pretty good game. Enjoyed the gameplay, visuals are top notch. Highly recommend.
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  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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