Persona 5: The Phantom X may be going global after being mentioned in SEGA's latest financial statements. Read on to learn more.
SEGA is Considering to Release P5X Globally
Is Persona 5: The Phantom X Coming to America?
It was just revealed that Persona 5's gacha spinoff, The Phantom X (P5X), is under consideration for a Japan and Global release. This was shown in SEGA's latest financial report for the fiscal year ending March 2024, where it noted that Persona 5: The Phantom X is currently "starting off as expected," in terms of sales and that "future expansion in Japan and global is under consideration."
Currently in Open Beta for Select Regions Only
Under license from the company, Persona 5: The Phantom X initially soft-launched for mobile and PC in China on April 12, 2024, followed by subsequent releases on April 18 in Hong Kong, Macau, South Korea, and Taiwan. The game is currently in its open beta phase, published by South Korea’s Perfect World Games and developed by subsidiary Chinese studio Black Wings Game Studio.
Players take on the role of a silent protagonist, this time called "Wonder" who by day is a highschool student, and at night, a Persona-wielding "Phantom Thief, " a group of Persona users in the Persona 5 series who are out on a mission to undo the complex injustices borne out of the corrupt and greedy nature of society.
The P5X protagonist is initially assigned with the new Pesona, named Janosik, based on Slovakian literature and is described as adopting the "Robin Hood" troupe. The Joker, protagonist from the P5 series, is part of Wonder’s crew, along with a new character named YUI.
As with the mainline Persona titles, Persona 5: The Phantom X incorporates the turn-based combat system, social sim, and dungeon crawling aspects of the JRPG series, but with a twist. The game adopts a gacha-based system for acquiring new characters.
New Roguelike Gamemode - Heart Rail
Prominent Persona content creator, Faz, uploaded his gameplay showcase of the new Heart Rail update which is a new roguelike game mode for the current China-exclusive Persona 5: The Phantom X release. It seemingly draws a lot of similarities to Honkai Star Rail's Simulated Universe system, where you choose different powerups, explore different maps, and get rewards for completing the stage.
SEGA Steady Sales in Full Game Category
Sega also reported steady sales of new titles in its ‘Full Game’ category from Japan studios and repeat sales of titles released in the previous fiscal year. Among the mentioned games were Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, which reached global cumulative sales of 1 million units in its first week after launching in Jan.26, this year, Persona 3 Reload, which achieved global cumulative sales of 1 million units in its first week after launch earlier in February—noted as the fastest ever in Atlus titles, as well as Football Manager 2024, garnering up to 9 million players since launching in November last year.
SEGA’s FY25 Forecast and Mid-Term Changes
In line with this, SEGA announced that its business structure will undergo changes, establishing a new ‘Gaming Business’ segment. Sega will advocate further for online gaming, stating that it expects to enter the online gaming market in North America and establish this as the third pillar of their business model.
Apart from online gaming, SEGA’s new Gaming Business segment will include development, manufacturing, and sale of slot machines by SEGA SAMMY CREATION, and the operation business of integrated resort facilities by PARADISE SEGASAMMY, among others.
For FY2025, Sega forecasted an increase in sales and profits year-on-year. Overall, the Full Game segment is expected to net 93 billion Yen (approximately 597 billion USD), a 5.4% increase from 88.1 billion Yen from the FY2024/3 full year results. Sega also anticipated the release of a new title of Sonic series, one of their mainstay IPs, for next year.
Source:
SEGA FY Ended March 2024 Results Presentation
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FAQs
SEGA is Considering to Release P5X Globally
What is the wandering reviver weak to? ›
The Shadow you'll face called a Wandering Reviver will reflect Curse but is weak to Bless and Wind skills, so bring in Akechi into this fight. It will try to brainwash your team, so be careful. The Shadow itself isn't very difficult, though. Head out of the room and south to the barred doors that you can now open.
Is Persona 5: The Phantom X official? ›
The game was officially revealed for Android and iOS on March 16, 2023 under its Japanese title, Persona 5: The Phantom X.
Is Persona 5 Phantom X gacha game? ›
Originally unveiled in March 2023, Persona 5: The Phantom X is a gacha game for PC and mobile devices that ties into the fifth mainline installment in the series.
Is Persona 5: The Phantom X coming to America? ›
In a recent tweet, Midori stated that Persona 5: The Phantom X will be getting a closed beta test and launch for not only Japan but also Western regions. She also revealed that an English version of Persona 5: The Phantom X for a US launch is being developed, with other regions in mind as well.
What is the last Palace in Persona 5? ›
The following is IGN's walkthrough for most of December 24 (12/24) and the final Palace in Persona 5, the Depths of Mementos. This dungeon must be completed in a single day.
Does Persona 5 have multiple endings? ›
Similar to other Persona games, Persona 5 contains multiple endings, but only one of them can be deemed the True Ending.
What is raging bird god weak to p5r? ›
The flying Shadows (Raging Bird Gods) are weak to Electricity while the TV station president is weak to Ice, so be sure to exploit those with Ryuji and Yusuke on your team.
Who is Joker's canon Persona? ›
Joker (canon real name: Ren Amamiya) is the protagonist of Persona 5, a 2016 role-playing video game by Atlus.
Is Persona 6 official? ›
Persona 6 Isn't Confirmed Just Yet, but Atlus Wants to Make a New Entry. Although Atlus hasn't come out and officially confirmed that Persona 6 is on its way, the team has gone on record to confirm that there will be future additions to the franchise.
All voice lines refer to them as he. Only exception is P3P when they made a specific girl MC route. So no the p4 and p5 are guys.
Is Persona Q canon? ›
Despite being a crossover between the two game's casts, the story of Persona Q is considered canon to the Persona timeline according to the developers.
Which Persona 5 game is canon? ›
Aside from the initial release of Persona 5, the other titles to consider for the canon of the timeline are Persona 5 Royal, Persona 5: Dancing in Starlight, Persona 5 Strikers, Persona Q2, Persona 5: The Phantom X, and now Persona 5 Tactica.
Is P5 tactica canon? ›
If the original Persona 5 is a serialized drama that depicted a long period of time, Persona 5 Tactica is like a theatrical version that condenses it into a single event, told from a fresh perspective. It's not a canon new story in the Persona 5 timeline, but a fascinating retelling.
Will Phantom X be free? ›
Launching regionally on April 18, 2024, Persona 5: The Phantom X is a free-to-play mobile and PC game the follows the balance of dungeon crawling and social life established in mainline Persona titles.
Will Persona 5 Phantom X come to the West? ›
But today, SEGA has given fans hope regarding the mobile/PC spin-off. Fans can also see a trailer for The Phantom X below. Like most others in the West, it may be news that Persona 5: The Phantom X even exists, but luckily for fans, SEGA has said during a financial call today that the title may get a global release.
Why is SAE's Palace a casino? ›
Sae's Palace is the courthouse, which took the form of the Casino of Envy in the Metaverse. This represents how Sae sees court as a game of luck that she must win, even if it means cheating. Sae's treasure is never revealed, however it is assumed to be her father's research notes according to Makoto.
Who is Thor in Persona 5? ›
Persona 5. Thor is the ninth Persona of the Chariot Arcana and can be found as a Shadow in the Battle Arena of Niijima's Palace and the Depths of Mementos, with the title "Thunder Emperor." He is the first Persona to learn the Elec Amp skill and one of four Personas to learn the Heat Up skill.
What is Snake King weak to? ›
Dire Snake King
It is weak to fire, ice and bless. It can also be burned or frozen with help from Burn Boost or Freeze Boost respectively. It drops a Gaia Belt (Endurance + 10) accessory when defeated.
Is Maruki a bad guy? ›
In spite of the foreshadowing of his true wish, Maruki is the only Persona 5 major villain that isn't villainous or antagonistic from the start of the game, only becoming fully so during the final battle against Yaldabaoth.
Weaknesses: Its type 3 immortality relies on the red veins protruding from it, if they're cut it will become disconnected from the collective will of the people. | If someone else becomes the center of attention for the collective wish of the masses, Yaldabaoth will lose its power over them.
What is the abyssal king of avarice weakness? ›
You'll also find the Abyssal King of Avarice waiting for you at the exit. It is a powered-up Abaddon which is weak to both nuclear and psychokinesis. But there are also crystals and a birdcage lamp you can use to break the enemy's shields if you want to save SP.
What is Tornado Devil weak to? ›
The Floodbringer Demon on the left is weak to Nuke and the Tornado Devil on the right are weak to Electric. The Demonic Warlord resists Physical attacks and is very strong, but is weak to Psychic. We suggest getting rid of the two weaker ones first.
What is the regent treasure demon weakness? ›
Persona 5 / Royal
| Inherit | Reflects | Weak |
|---|
| - | - | Psy, Nuke |
Weak to Fire and Ice.
