Persona 5 Royal

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8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 323 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 17 out of 323
  3. Negative: 47 out of 323
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  1. gq_foine
    Dec 24, 2022
    10
    Masterpiece! I played the PS4 version and now playing it through the Switch! You want the best turnbase RPG game on the Switch! This is it! Persona 4 Golden has a slightly better story, music, and characters but this Persona 5 has the best GAMEPLAY!
  2. Rpg89
    Oct 24, 2022
    10
    It can't run on switch they said. It loads faster than the ps4 version.
  3. redeyedwerewolf
    Jan 16, 2023
    10
    Best game in history gets ported to switch. Still the best game in history. Buy this game if you are a JRPG Fan
  4. Sunshadow87
    Dec 30, 2022
    10
    Finalmente pude jugar a este juego. He de decir que, aunque en mi corazón disfrute más de persona 3 en su día, persona 5 royal mejora todos los elementos característicos de la saga y los eleva a su máximo exponente, siendo sin lugar a dudas una obra maestra. Eso sí, sin ser perfecto y acarreando también los problemas que tiene la saga persona en general, como comento al final.

    Los    Finalmente pude jugar a este juego. He de decir que, aunque en mi corazón disfrute más de persona 3 en su día, persona 5 royal mejora todos los elementos característicos de la saga y los eleva a su máximo exponente, siendo sin lugar a dudas una obra maestra. Eso sí, sin ser perfecto y acarreando también los problemas que tiene la saga persona en general, como comento al final.

    Los puntos fuertes de este juego son sin lugar a dudas sus diseños, su música y sus personajes. La dualidad entre la vida social y las mazmorras esta muy bien llevada, pudiendo perdernos horas en una de las dos partes jugables sin tocar la otra y no echarla de menos. En los combates aleatorios contra enemigos considero que el juego es inferior a lo ofrecido en la saga principal, aunque tienen mucho ritmo y son rápidos, pero los combates contra los jefes estás muy bien diseñados, suponiendo un reto en el que nos obligan a aprender sus patrones y debilidades.

    Como digo el juego no es perfecto. Por un lado, y a pesar de su extrema duración, uno de los personajes principales (de los últimos en unirse) se siente completamente antinatural e implementado a correprisa. No digo que sea un mal personaje, si no que sus reacciones a ciertos eventos sucedidos en su arco son totalmente antinaturales, pareciendo que se omitieron escenas o algo similar a la hora de implementarlo, lo cual choca con lo bien escritos que estan el resto de personajes principales y secundarios.

    Por otro lado, aunque esto es algo menor, la versión Royal implementa más contenido post-game, además de nuevos personajes y escenas a lo largo del juego. El problema es que el climax del combate con el jefe final original es mucho más épico que los sucesos de este post-game, lo cual hace que este momento acabe siendo un anticlimax, una especie de "coitus interruptus" en el momento de mayor epicidad. Sin embargo y en su defensa, todo esta implementado a nivel argumental de una forma soberbia.

    Y por último, siendo un juego de persona no podria no acarrear el problema que tiene la saga desde persona 3. El calendario de la parte social. Me explico: la gestión del tiempo para las actividades sociales es muy importante para tratar de maximixar nuestras relaciones con todos los personajes, pero sin embargo, como ocurre en toda la saga, intentar planificarte el tiempo para conseguir esto en función del calendario es imposible sin una guía. Esto es debido a que eventualmente ocurriran eventos sorpresa que te bloquearan días o semanas enteras, y para aquellos que intentamos hacer esto sin guía no nos queda otra que recurrir a una segunda partida para alcanzar ese 100% del que nos fuimos capaces. Realmente el problema radica en que no hayan una serie de "días de gracia" extra para poder completar todas las relaciones por uno mismo, aunque en la versión Royal es cierto que si que introducen algo de tiempo extra.

    Cómo veis los fallos son poquitos, y realmente este juego tiene tanta fama que creo que no merece la pena resaltar más su excelencia. Habiendo llegado a todas las plataformas solo puedo decir que si no has jugado aún no se a que estas esperando. Eso sí, preparate para dedicarle más de 100 horas de juego...    … Expand
  5. greninjaX
    Nov 19, 2022
    10
    it's about time the switch got this masterpiece. the Switch should have gotten it in 2019, but better late than never I guess.
  6. cry3ngine
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    Persona 5 Royal auf der Switch ist einfach ein Traum wahr geworden! Die einzigartige Mischung aus sozialen Simulationen, rundenbasierten Kämpfen und einer fesselnden Handlung hat mich völlig in den Bann gezogen. Die Möglichkeit, Beziehungen aufzubauen und den Alltag eines japanischen Schülers zu erleben, verleiht dem Spiel eine unglaubliche Tiefe. Die neuen Inhalte und Charaktere in derPersona 5 Royal auf der Switch ist einfach ein Traum wahr geworden! Die einzigartige Mischung aus sozialen Simulationen, rundenbasierten Kämpfen und einer fesselnden Handlung hat mich völlig in den Bann gezogen. Die Möglichkeit, Beziehungen aufzubauen und den Alltag eines japanischen Schülers zu erleben, verleiht dem Spiel eine unglaubliche Tiefe. Die neuen Inhalte und Charaktere in der Royal-Version haben das Spielerlebnis noch erweitert und vertieft. Die kunstvolle Grafik, der mitreißende Soundtrack und die tiefgründigen Themen machen Persona 5 Royal zu einem wahren Meisterwerk. Ich kann nicht anders, als es jedem zu empfehlen, der eine fesselnde Geschichte erleben möchte, die mit Gameplay-Vielfalt und Charaktertiefe überzeugt.… Expand
  7. Bidoulou
    Nov 15, 2022
    10
    incroyable jeu du début à la fin, malgré un dernier acte qui m'a paru un tantinet long. Quelques faiblesses de ci et de là, mais dans l'ensemble un merveilleux voyage qui respecte tous les codes que je connaissais de persona 4 golden récemment découvert également sur pc. Les voleurs fantômes sont une bande de personnages attachants et leur histoire est prenante!
  8. MoR00
    Oct 26, 2022
    10
    Everything new in the Royal version of the game:

    New character and party member named KasumiAn entirely new school semester has been added, expanding the story alongside a new PalaceThe new 'Thieves Den' feature lets you visit a huge room full of unlockable bonus content at any time through the pause menu. You can use in-game currency to unlock things like artwork, character models,    Everything new in the Royal version of the game:

    New character and party member named KasumiAn entirely new school semester has been added, expanding the story alongside a new PalaceThe new 'Thieves Den' feature lets you visit a huge room full of unlockable bonus content at any time through the pause menu. You can use in-game currency to unlock things like artwork, character models, cutscenes, and musicA number of brand new animated story cutscenesA whole new location called Kichijoji is yours to explore, and it's bigger than any other real world location in the gameKichijoji has a club that you can visit with party members, opening up new social and bonding eventsKichijoji's club features a darts minigame that enhances the effects of baton pass for each characterKichijoji's club also has billiards. There's no actual minigame, but choosing to play billiards strengthens your relationship with every available party member by a small amountKichijoji has a jazz bar that can grant party members level ups and stat boostsKichijoji has a temple where you can permanently increase Joker's SP through meditationKichijoji has a number of shops that offer new services and itemsTwo brand new confidants with their own perksAkechi's social link route has been completely overhauled, slots differently into the storySome confidants (particularly party members) have additional social scenesNew events, such as holidays and additional character scenes, have been added to the calendarNew PersonasNew third form for each party member's PersonaNew enemiesNew weaponsNew armourNew accessoriesNew itemsTwo new story endings The Phantom Thieves now have powerful 'Showtime' attacks — basically tag-team super moves. They're unlocked one by one as the story progressesAll Palaces have been reworked to some degree, although largely they remain the same in terms of layoutSome Palaces have completely new areasJoker now has a grappling hook that lets you access new areas in dungeonsThe grappling hook often leads to secret locations that house 'Will Seeds' — there are three Will Seeds to find in each PalaceEach time you find all three Will Seeds in a Palace, you'll be rewarded with a unique accessoryWill Seeds also restore a bit of the party's SPAll Palace bosses have been reworked in some way, either with additional mechanics or phasesSome Palaces now have additional boss-like enemies and encountersMementos, the randomised dungeon that you can visit when you have free time, has been expanded quite significantly — floors can be bigger and there's more room for exploration in generalMementos now has a shop that sells exclusive goods in exchange for 'flowers' — collectables that you find while exploringA new 'stamp' system has been added to Mementos. Stamps can be found on each floor, and you can spend them on three different bonuses: more exp, more money, and more items. Once activated, these bonuses are permanent, unless you decide to reset themThere are new side quests to complete in MementosRare, unstable shadows can now appear both in Palaces and Mementos. On death, they explode, dealing big damage to all other enemiesThe Velvet Room now offers special optional battles that you can take part in for various rewards (this is also where DLC battles take place)The Velvet Room can now go into a random 'alarm' mode, which powers up persona fusion and other services, but may also result in unexpected fusion results

    Ammo now restocks after battle, making guns way more valuable across dungeon runsSome Personas have been rebalanced both in terms of stats and available skillsSome enemies have been rebalanced both in terms of stats and available skillsThe baton pass mechanic has been expanded and is available to all party members from the beginning

    The calendar has been reworked in places, allowing for more free time and additional opportunities to interact with your confidantsMorgana doesn't tell you to go to bed quite so much — you generally get a lot more free time at night, even if you can't leave Leblanc'Assist' mechanic gives you recommendations on which confidant to visit and which stat to improveConfidants can now call you after you hang out with them, giving you an additional dialogue choice and therefore another opportunity to strengthen your bond with themSome confidants have reworked perks

    New opening movieNew main menu screenNew dialogue text font in the localised releaseSome dialogue windows have new visual effectsNew and additional character portraits in conversationsAround 30 new music tracksNew weather effects have been added depending on the time of year in-gameNew Game Plus now carries over additional bonuses, like HP and SP increases

    150+ hours of game play and all that content at $60, now including all DLC for free.    … Expand
  9. Emanyueru
    Nov 19, 2022
    10
    Un gran JRPG de los mejores que he jugado
    -Buen Gameplay
    -Sistema Combates muy dinamico y divertido
    -Gran Contenido
    -Una Historia muy interesante
  10. NylonYT
    May 11, 2023
    10
    One of the best games i have ever played. There are so many things to do in this game its just insane. This is definitely worth 60 dollars and its even more worth it if the price is lower than that. The story in this game is amazing and will satisfy anybody (except maybe persona 4 fans). The music in this game is also just amazing. There are twists, turns, betrayals, and so much more toOne of the best games i have ever played. There are so many things to do in this game its just insane. This is definitely worth 60 dollars and its even more worth it if the price is lower than that. The story in this game is amazing and will satisfy anybody (except maybe persona 4 fans). The music in this game is also just amazing. There are twists, turns, betrayals, and so much more to this game that make it interesting to play. Combat is amazing as well. The game is just stylish, fun, and overall good. 10/10… Expand
  11. Retro_Player_77
    Nov 5, 2022
    10
    A fun RPG that I could take with me on the go. Again Atlus brought a real gem to the Switch. I would play this all day if I could.
  12. SPARKisnumber1
    Oct 23, 2022
    10
    A perfect port of a great game. I really appreciate the fact that the UI is in native resolution even if the world around it isn’t, it makes for a great experience on the go with consistent frame rate and cool visuals.
  13. PandaBass
    Jan 16, 2023
    10
    The game is absolutely fantastic, it's a shame the visuals are a bit blurry, especially in in-engine cutscenes. It doesn't harm gameplay though so it's not hard to look past it. Performance is stable.
  14. KMike25
    Nov 23, 2022
    10
    Hey it's on the switch now
    10/10 get the game on sale when its cheap

    One of the best games ever
  15. Regular_Gameboy
    Oct 22, 2022
    10
    I can’t believe this game is on Switch. And how well this game runs. Its a miracle!
  16. FlamingNinjaGmr
    Dec 29, 2022
    10
    Best turn-based RPG of all time, and it's now on a portable console. Just get it.
  17. JLovar
    Nov 17, 2022
    10
    Amazing game, finally on Switch. Good port, didn't notice any technical difficulties. Sometimes story might force you to follow its path and miss some days - but hey, story plays here main thing. I think the best part is that it's on Switch - since most of the time it's a slow-paced game, meaning you can take it with you everywhere and play everywhere, put on pause if you need to andAmazing game, finally on Switch. Good port, didn't notice any technical difficulties. Sometimes story might force you to follow its path and miss some days - but hey, story plays here main thing. I think the best part is that it's on Switch - since most of the time it's a slow-paced game, meaning you can take it with you everywhere and play everywhere, put on pause if you need to and continue later. A huge variety of characters from which anyone can find their best one. And finally - "Joker from Smash" got his own game on Switch!… Expand
  18. SBmania
    Feb 2, 2023
    10
    This game (if you can get pass the sexualization) It is so good. It's fun it pulls at your heartstrings. it has flaws but due to how fun the gameplay is and how endeared you can get to the charecters if you go out of your way to do it during "free time". It may be steep due to it being a three year old game but i'm a nintendo fan so idc. this quickly became my favourite game of all time.
  19. Aboughtcritic
    Oct 25, 2022
    10
    Overall a great experience. Amazing visuals and a slick style topped of with compelling voice acting and a smooth soundtrack. The gameplay combines the turnbased smt combat a with a clever arcade version of a life sim, making this game highly attractive for teens that still go to school!
  20. Hagakuree
    Nov 12, 2022
    10
    Perfecto, por fin llega a la hibrida y mejor que nunca. Disfrutándolo como un enano!
  21. GW96
    Oct 26, 2022
    10
    The original Persona 5 game was my entry into the worlds that Atlus had made in the Shin Megami Universe. The only reason that I did play through it was due to it being a free title with my PlayStation 5 on the ps Plus Collection. I was unsure about the series if it was for me so I always went back and forth if I wanted to spend the money on it.

    By the end of my play though it held the    The original Persona 5 game was my entry into the worlds that Atlus had made in the Shin Megami Universe. The only reason that I did play through it was due to it being a free title with my PlayStation 5 on the ps Plus Collection. I was unsure about the series if it was for me so I always went back and forth if I wanted to spend the money on it.

    By the end of my play though it held the title as one of the best games I have ever played. I have been holding off on playing through P5 Royal on the hopes that it would come to the Switch. Finally after waiting (way less than others who have been long fans) I have loved getting to re-experience this game and experience the Royal additions on Switch.

    Definitely one of the strongest (if not the strongest) ports to come to the switch. The game runs excellent on the aging console. Returning to the soundtrack, art style, and tone of the Persona 5 world has truly been a delight. Running on the oled Switch is the best handheld experience with all the vibrant colors and style of Persona 5. I cannot imagine a better way to replay this or to play it for the first time.

    My only critique is the slight hazy effect that is there when playing in handheld. You do quickly get used to it and the game runs very clear when docked so it is not the end of the world and not even enough for me to subtract a point due to it being more on Nintendo than Atlus.

    Could not be happier jumping into this game again. I know some are frustrated that it is priced at the full price. Personally I don't mind paying the full amount considering my first play through was from the playstation collection. So I am more than happy to pay for the game to be on Switch. If nothing else it is a fantastic port that I think is worth the cost to show that people want Atlus games and the Persona series to have a permanent home on Switch.    … Expand
  22. thedarkhorse
    Oct 27, 2022
    10
    This port runs smoothly on the Switch. So far, the story has been amazing. Banging jazz soundtrack as well.
  23. Mene0
    Mar 17, 2023
    10
    Absolutely fantastic game, from start to finish. Superb visuals, soundtrack, story and turn based gameplay. A few complaints like how the confidant system takes too long and some of them are almost useless, and the story taking too much time sometimes, aren't enough to eclipse this absolute gem of a game. You should definitely play this if given the chance.
  24. magicman420
    Jan 19, 2023
    10
    Amazing port. Perfect combination of combat, story, and good old fashioned slice of life, thank you Atlus for bringing all the modern Persona games to the Switch.
  25. Sheepsyhere
    Oct 22, 2022
    10
    Perfect game, this review has to be longer so don’t mind this part of the review
  26. Elias373
    Dec 6, 2022
    10
    Perfect!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    Besser als auf ps4
    Bestes Spiel aller zeiten
  27. fishyperil
    Jan 23, 2023
    10
    awesome music, interesting dungeons, dope designs and a captivating story with many loveable characters and a great sense of character development. possibly the best JRPG I've ever played
  28. Nintendist
    Oct 23, 2022
    10
    this game is so GOOD. the SOUNDTRACK IS AMAZING. i love everything here, AWESOME
  29. Marmolillo
    Nov 1, 2022
    10
    Decian que nunca llegaria y AQUI esta, uno de los mejores JRPG de la historia.
  30. LORISZ84
    Nov 7, 2022
    10
    The game on switch handheld è wonderful legendary . digital foundry are pain in the ass . The best game on portable
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Universal acclaim - based on 25 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 25
  3. Negative: 0 out of 25
  1. TierraGamer
    Nov 14, 2022
    95
    Persona 5 Royal is a title for every video game lover. The style and art direction have characterized it and finished establishing the franchise. Its arrival on new consoles will only allow more people to enjoy one of the best games that Atlus has made with this team. The only problem is its enormous duration that, for some, could seem unnecessary amid excellent character development that immerses the player in their world.
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  2. We Got This Covered
    Nov 7, 2022
    90
    If you're looking for something to play at the coffee shop or on the train, then I'd recommend picking up Persona 5 Royal on Nintendo Switch. It might be best experienced on other consoles, but playing one of the greatest games of this decade on the go sounds pretty nice to me.
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  3. WellPlayed
    Oct 31, 2022
    95
    The Switch has had a good run of major ports lately, and Persona 5 Royal is no exception. It may have taken a while to get here, but the journey is more than worthwhile for new and returning Thieves. And now, Smash fans will finally know who Joker really is.
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