A challenging, satisfying JRPG that fans will adore. While there are a few stumbles (such as the story and grinds), SMTV's customization, art, and brutal gameplay make this a must play for both JRPG and Shin Megami Tensei fans.
Shin Megami Tensei V
Atlus, Sega
Nov 12, 2021 - Nintendo Switch
OpenCritic Rating
85
Top Critic Average
95%
Critics Recommend
Game Rant
4.5 / 5
IGN
8 / 10
TheGamer
4 / 5
Metro GameCentral
7 / 10
Easy Allies
9 / 10
Game Informer
8.3 / 10
GameSpot
8 / 10
Game Revolution
8.5 / 10
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Shin Megami Tensei V — World in Ruins Trailer | Nintendo Switch
Shin Megami Tensei V — English Cast Reveal | Nintendo Switch
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Critic Reviews for Shin Megami Tensei V
Several years after SMT4, Shin Megami Tensei 5 is a huge revitalization of Atlus' flagship JRPG that new and returning fans will enjoy thoroughly.
Shin Megami Tensei V's excellent JRPG combat and deeply rewarding customization shine bright, even when it sometimes feels like Persona without the heart.
Shin Megami Tensei 5 is a punishing delight. It revels in its classic approach to combat and exploration, brought to life with a battered and broken vision of our world as it teeters on the edge of extinction. JRPGs of the modern era are often content to hold our hands and guide us through each new journey, but Atlus decides to punch us in the gut, steal our wallet, and sprint away as we try desperately to catch up. As I’ve said time and time again, this isn’t a game for everyone, but those who gel with its specific brand of masochism will find something very special indeed.
The battle system is excellent but the Shin Megami Tensei series once again misses a golden opportunity to reincarnate itself, with its sparse plot and sky high difficulty.
Shin Megami Tensei V enhances its formula with expansive areas and more ability customization. The result is a mostly entertaining ride, albeit with a few bumps along the way
Shin Megami Tensei V may be slow-paced, but its strategic turn-based combat and dark, foreboding atmosphere deliver a challenging and rewarding RPG experience.
Shin Megami Tensei 5 brings back the things that fans love about the series. Its biggest sin is that it doesn’t do much to innovate. Fans that were expecting to see a brand new vision for SMT will be confused because this is essentially the same demon collecting dungeon crawler it has always been.
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