Persona 5 Royal is an enhanced and expanded version of Persona 5, the critically acclaimed Japanese role-playing game (JRPG) developed by Atlus. Released in 2019 in Japan and globally in 2020, Persona 5 Royal takes the original game’s gripping narrative, strategic turn-based combat, and stylish visuals to new heights with additional content and improvements.
Set in modern-day Tokyo, Persona 5 Royal follows the story of a high school student who, after being wrongfully accused of a crime, is sent to live with a family in a new town. He becomes a member of a group of students known as the Phantom Thieves, who possess the ability to enter the “Palaces” of corrupt individuals’ hearts and change their distorted desires. As a member of this group, players must navigate both the daily life of a student—attending classes, building relationships, and participating in extracurricular activities—and the supernatural world where they fight to bring about justice.
Key Features:
- Expanded Storyline: Persona 5 Royal introduces new characters, such as Kasumi Yoshizawa, and adds an entire new semester of story content, as well as a new palace and more intricate plot developments.
- New Gameplay Mechanics: The game introduces new activities, such as new social links, additional combat moves, and new locations to explore. Players can now also enhance their skills with new systems like the “Showtime” attacks and “Third Semester.”
- Refined Combat System: The turn-based combat from the original is enhanced with additional mechanics, including improved Personas, more team attacks, and strategic elements that deepen the tactical decisions players must make.
- Increased Replay Value: With extra content, multiple difficulty levels, and new events, Persona 5 Royal offers enhanced replayability and an even deeper dive into the game’s world.
- Stunning Visuals and Music: The game’s unique art style, combined with its vibrant, anime-inspired visuals and an unforgettable soundtrack composed by Shoji Meguro, continues to be one of its standout features.
Persona 5 Royal is a must-play for fans of turn-based JRPGs and those who enjoy rich character development, intricate storylines, and a compelling mix of daily life simulation and dungeon-crawling action. It’s available on PlayStation 4, with a version released for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Windows.
