
Persona 5 Royal
Release Date: March 31, 2020
RPG, TPP, turn-based, remasters/remakes, jRPG, urban fantasy, romances, singleplayer
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Steam
A new version of the extremely popular jRPG game, which debuted in the West in 2017 on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 3. The title was officially announced in March 2019.
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[0:46] Persona 5 Royal accolades trailer
[1:59] Persona 5 Royal launch trailer
OpenCritic Rating
Game is Recomended by 100% of Critics. There are 169 Critic Reviews.
Nintendo Life: 10 / 10 by Mitch Vogel
Persona 5 Royal is the very definition of 'required reading' for JRPG fans. A deep and moving story, stylish presentation, amazing soundtrack, and decision-driven gameplay all combine to make for an unforgettable and exceptional experience that proves itself to be every bit deserving of the hype and praise it's already received. While those who have played this elsewhere may want to consider whether Switch's portability is enough of a selling point to justify paying full price to double dip, but it suits it perfectly. Persona 5 Royal remains a game that we absolutely recommend you pick up as soon as you can. This easily stands as one of the very best RPGs of the last decade and you'd be doing yourself a disservice to miss out.
Tom's Guide: 4.5 / 5 by Anthony Spadafora
Persona 5 Royal for the Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X/S and PS5 is the best way to play Atlus’ award-winning JRPG, with all of the previous DLC included. However, completing the game’s main story can take more than 100 hours, and it’s easy to miss a big chunk of the game without proper planning. For players who are willing to invest their time, though, Persona 5 Royal delivers an intriguing coming-of-age story set against the backdrop of modern Tokyo.
Game Rant: 5 / 5 by Shane Robert Moyer
Persona 5 Royal is ready to steal the hearts of PC, Switch, and Xbox users by improving almost every aspect of the original 2017 version.
The main pros of the game
- Engaging Story: The narrative is captivating, exploring themes of justice, rebellion, and personal growth, with many players expressing emotional connections to the story and characters.
- Stylish Presentation: The game features a unique and vibrant art style, which is complemented by a phenomenal soundtrack that enhances the gaming experience.
- Character Development: Many reviews highlight the depth of the characters and the relationships (Confidants) that players can build, making them feel real and relatable.
- Gameplay Mechanics: The turn-based combat system is praised for its strategic depth, keeping players engaged with various mechanics and options.
- Content and Replayability: The game offers a lengthy experience (often exceeding 100 hours), with many side activities and quests available, encouraging exploration and replayability.
The main cons of the game
- Length and Pacing: Several users noted that the game is excessively long, with some feeling that it could have been more concise. The pacing can also feel slow, particularly in the early hours.
- Character Depth Issues: While many characters are well-developed, some players felt that certain characters lacked depth or were stereotypical, leading to a less engaging experience for them.
- Villain Weakness: Some reviews mentioned that the antagonists are often one-dimensional and forgettable, lacking the complexity needed to make them compelling.
- Hand-Holding: A few users expressed frustration with the game's tendency to guide players too much, reducing the sense of challenge and discovery.
The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users
- Deeper Character Interactions: Some players desired additional relationship ranks or more nuanced interactions with characters, particularly in romantic subplots.
- More Engaging Villains: A call for more complex and memorable villains was noted, as many felt the existing ones were too simplistic.
- Offline Play Issues: Users expressed frustration with the Denuvo DRM, which requires an internet connection for a single-player game, making it difficult to play offline.
- Greater Freedom in Choices: Several reviews mentioned a desire for more meaningful choices that impact the story or gameplay, as many felt the options were limited and often led to similar outcomes.
Summary
- Overall, Persona 5 Royal is widely regarded as a masterpiece with a few drawbacks, particularly related to pacing and character depth. The game is appreciated for its artistic presentation, engaging story, and character relationships, making it a must-play for fans of the JRPG genre.
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GAMERS Score
Average score from 568 votes. 221 players anticipated the game.
Persona 5 Royal Description
Persona 5: The Royal is a new version of the popular and award-winning jRPG production, which debuted on PlayStation 3 and PlayStation 4. Persona 5 was the next installment in the series, which was conceived back in the 1990s as a spin-off to the Shin Megami Tensei series, which now includes dozens of games for many different hardware platforms. The producer of all of them is invariably the Japanese studio Atlus, which has been owned by Sega since 2013.
Last updated on April 18, 2019
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Game Series
Persona Series
A series of jRPG games overseen by Atlus. The series was launched in 1996, by the game Revelations: Persona, which is a spin-off of the brand Shin Megami Tensei (originally known globally as Revelations). The production, which debuted on PlayStation consoles, was so successful that it eventually gave rise to a new, separate series. Although from the beginning the series was associated with PlayStation consoles, over the years it has also made its presence felt on other platforms.
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Persona 5 Royal Summary
Platforms:
PC / Windows October 21, 2022
PlayStation 5 October 21, 2022
Xbox Series X/S October 21, 2022
Switch October 21, 2022
PlayStation 4 March 31, 2020
Xbox One October 21, 2022
Persona 5 Royal System Requirements
PC / Windows
Minimum: (60 fps / 720p) Intel Core i7-4790 3.4 GHz / AMD Ryzen 5 1500X 3.5 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 650 Ti / Radeon R7 360 or better, 41 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit
Recommended: (60 fps / 1080p) Intel Core i7-4790 3.4 GHz / AMD Ryzen 5 1500X 3.5 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 760 / Radeon HD 7870 or better, 41 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit

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