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Persona5: The Phantom X
Adventure
RPG
Free To Play
Single-player
Multi-player
Cross-Platform Multiplayer
In-App Purchases
Partial Controller Support

“We’re the Phantom Thieves, and we’re here to steal your heart!” The beloved RPG series with over 27 million copies sold finally arrives on PC and mobile!

Developers: ATLUS SEGA Perfect World
Publishers: SEGA
Release Date: Jun 25, 2025
Price (USD): Free
Current Players: 1.5k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Mixed(47%)
core Persona elements
F2P friendly
engaging story
variety of activities
gacha system
story pacing
novelty
regional discrepancies
gacha mechanics
first palace
global server issues
technical problems
The general sentiment among the reviews is that while Persona 5: The Phantom X captures some of the core elements and style of Persona 5, it is heavily hindered by predatory gacha mechanics and technical issues. Players who enjoy Persona's unique music and art style may find some appeal, particularly as the story develops beyond the initial arcs. However, the aggressive gacha system and the apparent lack of soft-pity mechanics leave many feeling discouraged from fully investing in the characters. Additionally, the global version's reduced rewards compared to other regions has led to significant dissatisfaction. Consequently, the game resonates primarily with fans of the series willing to overlook these challenges. For new players, it poses more of a gamble without clear incentives to weather the grind and monetization barriers.

Positive Points

  • Many players appreciate the game's ability to capture the core elements and style of Persona 5, including the music, art, and turn-based combat.
  • The game is praised for being relatively free-to-play friendly, with many finding it possible to secure characters without spending money.
  • Several reviews mention that the story and characters, especially from the third palace onwards, become significantly more engaging and well-developed.
  • Players enjoy the variety of activities available, such as city life interactions, dungeon crawling, and daily missions.

    • Negative Points

  • The game has been criticized for its predatory gacha mechanics, with players frustrated by the lack of soft pity and high pull requirements.
  • Several players found the early stages of the game, particularly the first palace, to be derivative and lacking depth or originality.
  • The global version of the game was noted to have fewer rewards compared to other regional versions, leading to dissatisfaction among players.
  • Technical issues such as long download times, frequent updates, and performance problems, especially on the Steam version, have been highlighted as significant drawbacks.

    • Mixed Points

  • While some players find the gacha system fair and rewarding, others feel it is too aggressive and discouraging.
  • The story's pacing and writing quality received mixed responses; initial arcs were seen as weak, but there is optimism for improvement as players progress.
  • There is a divide on the game's novelty, with some players seeing it as a fresh take and others viewing it as a recycled cash grab with minimal innovation.

    • Common Themes

  • Gacha mechanics and monetization are a frequent concern, affecting players' enjoyment and perceived fairness of the game.
  • Comparisons to the original Persona 5 are recurrent, with many seeing Phantom X as a diminished version in terms of narrative and depth.
  • Technical issues and global server discrepancies are recurring complaints, impacting overall gameplay experience negatively.
  • Despite its flaws, many players find enjoyment in the characters, music, and familiar Persona aesthetic.
    • Updated 2/6/2026, 12:01:26 AM UTC
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