In its latest monetary report, SEGA acknowledged that it’s contemplating releasing the Persona 5 spin-off cellular title Persona 5: The Phantom X in Japan and worldwide. “Future growth in Japan and international is into consideration,” reads a bullet level within the report. The title is at present solely accessible formally in China, Taiwan, and Korea. The sport first launched as a free-to-play title with in-app purchases in China on April 12, 2024. SEGA and ATLUS‘ P-Studio reportedly supervised growth, with the protagonist and his Persona designed by ATLUS’s Shigenori Soejima.
An outline of the sport through Gematsu:
Persona 5: The Phantom X is a very new title primarily based on the world of Persona 5. Set in Tokyo, it follows an authentic story surrounding a brand new band of Phantom Thieves. The fashion and fundamental gameplay of the unique recreation are preserved, whereas the graphics have been brushed up, and the consumer expertise and presentation optimized for smartphone customers.
The sport is concentrated on the theme of “want,” and tells the story of scholars who’ve woke up to their “Personas,” going through difficulties collectively in an period of “low want.” A mysterious previous man with an extended nostril, a wierd underwater room, an owl that may communicate human language, and one other world separate from actuality—these seemingly unrelated issues are all by some means related.
Gamers will tackle the position of a pupil, attending courses through the day and collaborating in actions similar to baseball or watching motion pictures with mates throughout their free time. After faculty, they will infiltrate the opposite world, which seems within the type of palaces with totally different themes, and use their Personas to have interaction in high-octane battles in opposition to enemies.
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