Persona 5 Royal

 Xbox Series X
User Score
8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 232 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 183 out of 232
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 232
  3. Negative: 35 out of 232
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  1. C_Evans6710
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    the best JRPG I've probably ever played. It's a long haul but boy is it fun. The cast of characters is going to be hard to top in the next installment.
  2. Jattaman
    Feb 7, 2023
    6
    Il gioco è bello: ottimo stile grafico, trama carina, buoni personaggi.

    Combattimenti a turni molto ricchi a livello strategico e buon gameplay. Ottimo il modo in cui la storia si dipana, dalla regia ai dialoghi. Purtroppo il gioco ha un'enorme parte da "simulatore di vita", in cui il giocatore è costretto a sorbirsi interminabili, noiose e tediose attività (del tipo "riordina la    Il gioco è bello: ottimo stile grafico, trama carina, buoni personaggi.

    Combattimenti a turni molto ricchi a livello strategico e buon gameplay.

    Ottimo il modo in cui la storia si dipana, dalla regia ai dialoghi.

    Purtroppo il gioco ha un'enorme parte da "simulatore di vita", in cui il giocatore è costretto a sorbirsi interminabili, noiose e tediose attività (del tipo "riordina la camera", "leggi il libro", "va a correre con l'amico"), che diluisce drasticamente la parte più interessante del gioco, cioè i dungeon (chiamati qui "Palazzi"), e il gameplay vero e proprio.

    Insomma, si attendono a volte ore nella speranza di poter iniziare a giocare, ad esplorare un dungeon.

    La mia valutazione è soggettiva, e, pur comprendendo che per molti questo titolo possa essere un capolavoro, purtroppo il genere da simulatore di vita è per me molto pesante, insostenibile.

    Gioco non terminato.    … Expand
  3. PullnPray
    Jan 20, 2023
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I have a love/hate relationship with this game. First the good things. It has fun game mechanics, creative art style, well written characters, good music, and pretty good voice acting,

    I'm neutral on the story. It was sort of interesting but ultimately ridiculous.

    But what really drags this game down is that it doesn't respect your time. It can be extremely tedious. There were several long (hour+) sections of story exposition where I felt trapped. I wanted to take a break from the game, but I couldn't because I couldn't save.

    *Spoiler Alert* And then there is the way the game ends. Or actually the way the game doesn't end when it should have. I have never played vanilla Persona 5, and I suspect this problem might be unique to the Royal addition. But I've spent the last 5 hours thinking this game was about to end. I beat the God-like boss, and it feels like the game should have ended there or shortly after. But it doesn't. It just drags on and on. And now I'm suddenly in an alternate reality where Morgana the cat is now my big brother, and there is a new palace to take on. But I'm not interested in continuing.

    So I played this game for 100+ hours, and now I'm quitting it early. I loved half of it and hated half of it, and I don't have the will to see it through to the end. And I may never play another Atlus game again. There is a lot to love, but it isn't worth the aggravation.    … Expand
  4. meyerpark
    Oct 22, 2022
    10
    So glad Xbox got this beloved jrpg franchise. Its just the beginning. Xbox needs more of these facinating japanese games and more. Xbox for Japan!
  5. Hazking
    Oct 23, 2022
    10
    Game is awesome on xbox and is on gamepass. Anyone who has gamepass should give this masterpiece a go.
  6. jumarq
    Nov 12, 2022
    10
    A fantastic JRPG with lots of mechanics to master. I also enjoy the talking and after school activities as they are a welcome break from the battles. Add the stylish presentation and soundtrack and you have a Game that stands out. It has no in game Shop and is a Single player experience which in my view makes this game also a great fun
  7. Gdi93
    Nov 28, 2022
    10
    For any jrpg fan, this is a must play, personally I think it’s one of the best games of all times .
  8. Idk_cool_name
    Nov 9, 2022
    9
    As someone who was not played any other persona games before, this was a good pick up for the cash and help up to its reputation quite well. The story is very long (somewhere around 100hrs including the 3rd semester) and gives a lot of content for that reason. Though I will say it gets a little repetitive though the end and perhaps predictable, but over I enjoyed it. One gripe I do haveAs someone who was not played any other persona games before, this was a good pick up for the cash and help up to its reputation quite well. The story is very long (somewhere around 100hrs including the 3rd semester) and gives a lot of content for that reason. Though I will say it gets a little repetitive though the end and perhaps predictable, but over I enjoyed it. One gripe I do have about this game is the dialogue can get very repetitive, often restating the obvious which gets frustrating and almost cringy at times. However overall the story is still good and engaging.
    The gameplay its self is quite good. The gameplay loop of going around palaces and fighting shadows is fun and doesn't get too repetitive through out the game as new challenges or abilities change up the gameplay. Small note: the games difficulty level is surprising good (If you aren't power leveling). I played it on medium and it actually had good challenge.
    My favorite part of the game has got to be the music and art direction. It's definitely the best in any game I've played so far. 10/10 Whilst it may be minor all the little menus and the animations in the persona powers all felt fitting and unique, and definitely enhanced my play experience.
    Last note: Played this on the xbox series s, had 0 crashes or major bugs, ran without issue.
    Overall it's about an 8.5-9, not perfect but great.
    Highly recommend    … Expand
  9. willcrazy
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    muito bom ver a atlus lançando jogo para o xbox novamente, excelente trabalho da sega
  10. NevaLOL
    Jan 9, 2023
    6
    The main story and the characters are the worst of the franchise. The plot it's so cool but the 110 hours of game aren't so.
  11. Daniel2009
    Nov 11, 2022
    10
    the animation is amazing the gameplay is outstanding and the story was incredible
  12. martinsgo19
    Nov 28, 2022
    10
    There the most enjoyable charismatic and greatful game since this industry born. The characters are unforgettables, the villains are perfect the bso its like a perfect companion to the game art and game design, its just perfect. Its a game that fulfills its purposes, make u cry, happy, disappointed, angry, in love with all the scenes, concerned about characters and the most important, itsThere the most enjoyable charismatic and greatful game since this industry born. The characters are unforgettables, the villains are perfect the bso its like a perfect companion to the game art and game design, its just perfect. Its a game that fulfills its purposes, make u cry, happy, disappointed, angry, in love with all the scenes, concerned about characters and the most important, its makes u see certain delicated aspects in the life and how to beat or afront them, It is a criticism of society in its best state and in the other side, its a game. Persona 5 its the best jrpg with light japanese visual novel, and they makes it perfect.… Expand
  13. FuryTornado
    Dec 18, 2022
    10
    Best JRPG game since Final Fantasy 7, from the story telling with very personal characters that make you care about then, fun turn-based combats, relationship mechanics, cool artstyle and those music that you will listen to years to come, this game is simply a perfection.
  14. jopkanegra246
    Nov 4, 2022
    10
    Игра для сатанистов-нацистов. Однозначно рекомендую!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  15. Sunday_Mizukage
    Nov 6, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Uno de los mejores RPG que he jugado en mi vida, pues tiene tantas posibilidades que no te imaginas, desde empezar con un profesor de tu instituto hasta un "dios" o incluso tu propio ex-orientador llegando a ser el jefe final, los soundtracks son excelentes aunque no todos pero específicamente los de combate o al ir por el tesoro de los palacios.… Expand
  16. TheOldestOak
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    This is the best JRPG I've ever played in my 35 years of gaming. It's thoroughly enjoyable and I can recommend it to anyone.
  17. ShujinTV
    Nov 19, 2022
    10
    un juego increible, no conocia mucho sobre los juegos de combate por turnos y con este y otro titulo empezo un poco mi adiccion a otros titulos de combate por turnos. En general combina todo muy bien para que a pesar de que dure mucho te mantenga entretenido.
  18. ustunab
    Nov 21, 2022
    9
    Story is amazing but it's too long. Gameplay mechanics are kinda boring due to it's a JRPG. I've already completed %100 and i don't think i will not play again.
  19. VoltrenXytech
    Nov 21, 2022
    9
    one of the best RPGs ive ever played, and while some systems were a bit tedious they tended to pay out quite well, like the social stats, they took forever to level up, but wow did they pay off.

    the characters are pretty interesting to get to know, and the choices in the games can have some pretty big effects on the game, though there are very few super big influential choices, they    one of the best RPGs ive ever played, and while some systems were a bit tedious they tended to pay out quite well, like the social stats, they took forever to level up, but wow did they pay off.

    the characters are pretty interesting to get to know, and the choices in the games can have some pretty big effects on the game, though there are very few super big influential choices, they still have a lot of weight to them.

    the Palaces are quite fun to explore, and generally represent a sin in this game, and some of the topics in the game deal with some pretty serious situations, best for you to find out yourself rather than me spoil it.    … Expand
  20. AGENTT07
    Jan 4, 2023
    10
    Persona 5 royal is easily the greatest rpg of all time.
    There are so many mechanics such as the baton pass and negotiation that just make every battle feel so stylish and cool. Persona 5 royal’s story is amazing with how much they made the characters in your party feel like real friends. Something I love about this game is how the story exposes some of society’s horrible things and showing    Persona 5 royal is easily the greatest rpg of all time.
    There are so many mechanics such as the baton pass and negotiation that just make every battle feel so stylish and cool. Persona 5 royal’s story is amazing with how much they made the characters in your party feel like real friends. Something I love about this game is how the story exposes some of society’s horrible things and showing what the world is really like without cutting anything out.

    In conclusion persona 5 royal is the best cross between a social simulator and an rpg. If you are even slightly interested I this game you should buy it right now.    … Expand
  21. ArenaRyan
    Oct 24, 2022
    10
    This is a really good the story is amazing and to all those people saying this games is bad I can understand that but don't go attacking the people that play the game and say they are perverted if the game was that bad it would be band I am someone that hates fan service but I love this game the story is great
  22. MrTusks
    Nov 2, 2022
    5
    It’s fine. There are too many systems to keep track of and a whole hell of a lot of talking. Uninstalled when I finally admitted to myself I was only playing for the hot anime girls.
  23. neomoonsevin
    Dec 27, 2022
    4
    To think this is what we missed out on all those years ago good god this is rubbish I played this on gamepass and it's rubbish with shert animations to that look like the cartoons got far tomuch grain filter it would look better without the grain in the anime cutscenes also the long talking scenes made me Goto sleep at times boring
  24. Max552
    Dec 31, 2022
    0
    Can't say I was a fan. Played and found it too easy and quite boring. I really don't see the fuss about these games.
  25. Sharoot
    Nov 8, 2022
    10
    Great from the very beginning, stylish combat and menus, big booba everywhere, what more could a RPG fan want?
  26. cchenders40
    Oct 31, 2022
    10
    A Massive Masterpiece This game blew me away!

    Here are the positives. - Style and substance: this game is so stylistic and artistic, it is beautiful to look at. Just the menu screen alone makes a statement. - The characters: the characters are brilliant, getting to know them all, helping them through their problems, and seeing how their arcs finish is so satisfying, I got misty eyed    A Massive Masterpiece This game blew me away!

    Here are the positives.

    - Style and substance: this game is so stylistic and artistic, it is beautiful to look at. Just the menu screen alone makes a statement.

    - The characters: the characters are brilliant, getting to know them all, helping them through their problems, and seeing how their arcs finish is so satisfying, I got misty eyed multiple times during this game.

    - The story: what a crazy story with so many great twists and turns! Make sure you do what is required for the true ending, it adds another 30 hours of content and gives you the best story beats!

    - The combat: I love the combat in this game. This might be the most fluid feeling turn based combat system I've ever played! It feels so good and you can get so much momentum!

    - The game design and mechanics: everything you do has purpose. For instance if you go hand out with one of the other characters in the game and progress their arc you gain perks for combat or access to the side mini games that gives you consumable items for combat. So even your social endeavors connects to and benefits your combat in a meaningful way because those perks come from the fact that your bonded with another character and that is represented in combat dialogue even! It's brilliant!

    Negatives
    - the final boss of the bank palace is horribly unbalanced.

    - the 8th palace is too long and drags on and on.

    - some of the palaces can just feel grindy.

    This game is brilliant and you need to play it! JRPG lover or not! Give it a go it's on gamepass even! Also one more note make sure you get the Royal true ending, it is worth it and gives you way more content, with that special ending expect a 120 hour plus play through!    … Expand
  27. halisdeiru
    Oct 26, 2022
    10
    One of the best games ever made. Incredible art design, incredible soundtrack, likeable characters and an amazing story with lots of good content. What else do you want?
  28. BertKA88
    Nov 9, 2022
    9
    Great game that would be a 10/10 if it was slightly shorter. The formula became repetitive by the end but apart from that a brilliant game.
  29. Countless
    Oct 25, 2022
    10
    This is an amazing game to play for hours and hours. Soo much story, dialogue and great mechanics for gameplay. I could play this on my ps5, but a JRPG on Xbox just feels unique. in my opinion the Xbox series S/X is the best place to play on for P5!
  30. Loky4170
    Oct 29, 2022
    10
    Spettacolare, gioco stupendo,sia nella storia sia nelle meccaniche di gioco, per gli amanti del genere è assolutamente imperdibile !!!!!
  31. engenier94
    Nov 12, 2022
    10
    Obra maestra. El mejor juego que he jugado junto a nier autómata y zelda. Simplemente juégalo, dale tiempo y disfruta
  32. realgamer10101
    Nov 19, 2022
    10
    This game is so addicting and it's one of the best games I've ever played. I'm so glad Atlus decided to bring Persona to multiple consoles
  33. Sher3ert
    Oct 23, 2022
    0
    If you enjoy a 5-10 hr tutorial before actually getting to play a game. This is for you
  34. ArmanKarman
    Oct 23, 2022
    9
    Great port and great game, but the game crashed while being in quick resume
  35. CaptainCharisma
    Oct 29, 2022
    1
    Not for me, too much bad voice acting and the gameplay isn't anything to write home about. Tech wise doesn’t look like much improvement, its almost a straight port from last gen so it deserves a low score for low effort port.
  36. RicardoDavid
    Nov 8, 2022
    0
    I just lost 5 hours of gameplay because no autosave feature. What stupid design choice is that?
  37. Jt0429
    Oct 22, 2022
    10
    Good-
    All of the numerous strengths of Persona 5 Royal, from story to gameplay, have made it over to the Xbox version as is, from the great characters, resonant themes, fantastic soundtrack, incredible battle system, and pitch perfect game design; Great port with very few (and very understandable) concessions; A frankly overwhelming amount of content, and all of it is excellent; Great    Good-
    All of the numerous strengths of Persona 5 Royal, from story to gameplay, have made it over to the Xbox version as is, from the great characters, resonant themes, fantastic soundtrack, incredible battle system, and pitch perfect game design; Great port with very few (and very understandable) concessions; A frankly overwhelming amount of content, and all of it is excellent; Great porting job with no perceptible hit to frame rate, loading times, or sound quality; Uniquely well suited to Xbox Cloud Gaming.

    Bad-
    None

    Thoughts-
    Honestly, you couldn’t go wrong with Persona 5 Royal on any platform. The game itself laid down the gauntlet, actually. Persona 5 Royal’s theme song, Colors Flying High, ends with the phrase “green or blue, red or white, you can’t lose with your colors flying high.” And so it is. Whether you play it on Xbox or PlayStation, Switch or PC, Persona 5 Royal is an utter masterpiece, and you’re in for one of the best games ever made no matter how you choose to play it.    … Expand
  38. KrillerBomb
    Nov 13, 2022
    0
    Pretty lame game overall, got some weird interactions unfortunately.... But the music is great.
  39. alexlomba87
    Jul 23, 2023
    5
    A game that doesn't respect the player's time. A game where almost every woman is sexualised without any reason, while pretending it's part of a reasoned character development choice. A game where every dialogue is so padded to the point you will dread the dialogue scenes. There are redeeming qualities, but overall, this is a highly overrated game.
  40. GoldenReviews33
    Oct 28, 2022
    10
    What I enjoy about Persona 5 is that it's a fun game for me as someone who is new to the Jrpg genre this game made appreciate base combat what also makes it more amazing is that it blends social aspects like stats with people you interact with. You also do side activities and much more it really immersed me into this world and the characters everyone is likable the game is a experienceWhat I enjoy about Persona 5 is that it's a fun game for me as someone who is new to the Jrpg genre this game made appreciate base combat what also makes it more amazing is that it blends social aspects like stats with people you interact with. You also do side activities and much more it really immersed me into this world and the characters everyone is likable the game is a experience ride it just depends on how much your willing to spend time with game but give it a shot… Expand
  41. Dark_King__1
    Jan 4, 2023
    10
    No soy muy fan de los JRPG ni del Anime, pero aun así e disfrutado muchísimo del juego, tiene una historia profunda y una banda sonora hermosa, lo e rejugado ya varias veces, y lo recomiendo sin duda alguna
  42. Dessive
    Jan 5, 2023
    10
    Es un juego asombroso, obviamente para no todo tipo de jugadores pero si no te disgusta leer y el combate por turnos es perfecto.
  43. funyunknight
    Jan 27, 2023
    10
    Haven’t finished this game yet but I can already tell it’s a masterpiece. So happy it’s on Xbox and Switch now! I hope Persona 6 is on both at launch, spread the love Atlus! 10/10
  44. SpaceySINKO
    Feb 9, 2023
    10
    Man...............
    This **** changed, My life 11/10 everybody must play it.
  45. qBoris
    May 19, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Gameplay and story is really good. I think only bad part of this game is after killing Shido, Holy Grail part is really boring and makes no sense for me. This might be because this was my first persona game idk. But after all remaining parts of game was perfect… Expand
  46. Ulriken
    Jun 23, 2023
    9
    One of the best, if not the best entries in Persona series. Persona 5 Royal is the whole package. Crazy good music, dense atmosphere, entertaining story, wonderful cast of characters, artsy design through and through, and long incursions in Palaces and Mementos. It's a long game, maybe way too long, which can turn out to be very repetitive in mid-game and end-game. The crazy situations ourOne of the best, if not the best entries in Persona series. Persona 5 Royal is the whole package. Crazy good music, dense atmosphere, entertaining story, wonderful cast of characters, artsy design through and through, and long incursions in Palaces and Mementos. It's a long game, maybe way too long, which can turn out to be very repetitive in mid-game and end-game. The crazy situations our Phantoms find themselves involved in helps fending off some boredom which could be quite intrusive otherwise.… Expand
  47. PANCAKECHIGOROU
    Jan 27, 2023
    10
    Absolutely masterpiece the game of my life! it has everything! perfect balance between gameplay, story, music, and characters
  48. wabbudi
    Mar 19, 2023
    10
    i know how to kill my bed and i am very siuuuuuuuuju becausee u are very nit yoop g
  49. AbuelaTetona69
    Apr 18, 2023
    10
    God God God. Since nobody likes me, I spend 15 hours a day playing this masterpiece and I don't realize it because of how addictive it is.
  50. JCXdsonic
    May 9, 2023
    10
    Precioso. Hay personajes que se sienten reales y hace un muy buen enfoque en el tema social ya que es bastante serio y el sistema de combate y coleccionar Personas me parece genial. Cada día planeas algo que hacer y el lugar y ambientación se siente como un hogar. Debes probarlo si tienes Game Pass cómo yo y verás lo bueno y hermoso que es
  51. DJBobRokk
    Jun 15, 2023
    5
    Maybe I'm a bit unlucky in the very last days.. but I clashed into Japanese games made with (usual) obsessive care and cleanliness.. but again as for Shin Megami Tensei V and Xenoblade Chronicles 3 I felt so much boredom into lifestyle game parts.. very colourful and innovative actions but, at last, a pain for my eyes..
  52. Guitop
    Jul 30, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. O final que mostra dois lado da vida,quem qunha é joker afinal O mundo sem problemas não pode acontecer MAIS SOBRE O JOGO É O TOP… Expand
  53. Ser3ndip1ty
    Aug 16, 2023
    9
    Gameplay: Great
    AI: Normal
    Balance: Normal
    Graphic: Normal
    Optimization: Normal
    Story: Great
    Characterization: Wonderful
    Music/Sound Effect : Incredible
  54. Luciiifer1408
    Aug 6, 2023
    9
    Persona 5 is a life simulator, the beautiful lessons this game gives you will change your heart. The cell shade graphics of the game are consistent with its fantasy environment. The game does not have a weak point that you can complain about, but perhaps its only weak point is the excessive length of the game, which due to the repetition of some tasks in the final stages, the finalPersona 5 is a life simulator, the beautiful lessons this game gives you will change your heart. The cell shade graphics of the game are consistent with its fantasy environment. The game does not have a weak point that you can complain about, but perhaps its only weak point is the excessive length of the game, which due to the repetition of some tasks in the final stages, the final excitement of the game is not as effective as it should be.… Expand
  55. PedroLamar
    Aug 14, 2023
    9
    Lore foda, gameplay melhor ainda, de longe foi o melhor jogo que joguei em meu xbox em 2023 e um dos melhores jogos de todos os tempos, a unica critica que tenho é a relatividade do jogo e também gostaria que as opções de falas mudassem mais coisas e tivesse mais finais alternativos, a falta de uma legenda pro português também é uma falta significativa, outro problema é que uma dasLore foda, gameplay melhor ainda, de longe foi o melhor jogo que joguei em meu xbox em 2023 e um dos melhores jogos de todos os tempos, a unica critica que tenho é a relatividade do jogo e também gostaria que as opções de falas mudassem mais coisas e tivesse mais finais alternativos, a falta de uma legenda pro português também é uma falta significativa, outro problema é que uma das personagens só é jogavel em 1 Palácio, isso é bem frustrante também, falta de mais relacionamentos e o pós game poderia ter mais bonus da jogatina anterior mas em suma, o jogo é um must play apesar de tudo.… Expand
  56. Pawlo03
    Aug 26, 2023
    10
    Absolute masterpiece! Over 100 hours in to finish and I don't regret any second I pulled into playthrough. Waiting for Persona 3 reloaded!
  57. Domy85
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    Honestly my favourite JRPG all time!
    the plot is mesmerizing and has only one flaw: it ends, you wish this game will continue forever!
    Gameplay is a masterful mix of visual novel and turn-based JRPG.
    this game has an amazing cast and you will fall in love for all of them

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#2 Best Xbox Series X Game of 2022
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#23 Most Discussed Xbox Series X Game of 2022

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Universal acclaim - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. GameOver.gr
    Nov 4, 2022
    90
    The improved storytelling and the additions Royal has, compared to the original game, is a true gift to all owners of modern platforms. Possibly due to the Phantom Thieves stealing the hearts of Atlus executives, a big audience can now dive into one of the best JRPGs out there, with hours of an immersive story and a refined gameplay that has built onto its past foundations and brings with it the promise of an exciting future.
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  2. Xbox Achievements
    Oct 21, 2022
    96
    Persona 5 Royal is easily one of the best JRPGs on Xbox, which isn’t bad for a game that originally came out in 2019! A perfect blend of real-world shenanigans, mixed with some intense dungeon-crawling sections, and put together in one of the most perfectly presented packages in video games - what’s not to love? Buy it, play it on Game Pass... just make sure you experience it.
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  3. TheXboxHub
    Oct 17, 2022
    100
    Persona 5 Royal is as close to the perfect RPG as I have played in a long time. Not since the heady days of Final Fantasy VII will a game grip you so fiercely, refusing to let go. It is deep, it is beautiful and it demands to be played.
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