Persona 5 Reviews

Persona 5 is ranked in the 100th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
Apr 3, 2017

Persona 5 expands upon many of the elements that the series has featured in the past, while also streamlining certain aspects to make it an even smoother ride. It’s a spectacular RPG experience that is truly in a league of its own, and fans of the series and the genre in general owe it to themselves to check it out.

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9 / 10.0
Mar 29, 2017

If you didn't dig Persona 4, this is your gateway back into the Velvet Room. Persona 5 manages to differentiate itself not only from the rest of the market, but its own franchise in a lot of standout ways. It still has the rigid backbone of a JRPG, but the organs, skin, and soul are teeming with more personality than most of us could even dream up.

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GameSpot
Top Critic
9 / 10
Mar 29, 2017

Persona 5's compulsive gameplay and infectious energy make it a standout RPG.

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9 / 10.0
Mar 29, 2017

It successfully pushes this series to new heights of polish, allure and charm. It has a few blemishes, enough to distract a bit from the intriguing and weighty themes that the game wrestles with. But even through the rough patches, Persona 5 doesn't give up a drop of its colorful personality.

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Metro GameCentral
GameCentral
Top Critic
9 / 10
Mar 29, 2017

One of the best role-playing games ever made, Japanese or otherwise, and beyond that simply one of the most stylishly told interactive stories you’ll ever experience.

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92 / 100
Mar 29, 2017

A sprawling, accomplished, elaborate, gloomy and thrilling masterpiece and the new king of JRPGs.

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The Games Machine
Stefano Gaburri
Top Critic
9.2 / 10.0
Mar 28, 2017

The last chapter of one of our favourite series improved over the previous chapters in every, possible way. The storyline is unique and much more consistent, and the production values (art direction, soundtrack, dubbing, graphics) are simply top-notch. The fact that the dungeons aren't randomly generated anymore is just the cherry on top.

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XGN.nl
Top Critic
9.3 / 10.0
Mar 31, 2017

Persona 5 is arguably one of the best JPRG's that has seen the light of day here. In addition, the game is also accessible to both acquaintances of the franchise and newcomers. If you're a huge fan of anime and narrative JRPGs, this game is an absolute must for your collection.‎

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93 / 100
Apr 10, 2017

Taken as a whole, Persona 5 is an incredible gaming experience. With so much to do, so many elements all perfectly balanced and perfected, it's a showcase of great game design.

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9 / 10
Mar 29, 2017

Artistically refreshing, fun, deep and long. One of the best RPGs that we are going to see on 2017... But it's only in english, which is a mayor flaw on Spain.

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9.3 / 10.0
Mar 29, 2017

Persona 5’s well-crafted story, exciting combat, and deep systems make it my favorite entry in the series – and the best Japanese RPG in years

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4.7 / 5.0
Apr 19, 2017

With engaging social simulation gameplay, addictive turn-based combat systems and an unmatched visual style, Persona 5 is the ultimate Japanese role-playing game any PlayStation 4 owner, newbie or hardcore fan, should give a fair go in 2017.

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Atomix
Top Critic
94 / 100
Apr 4, 2017

Persona 5 is simply one of the greatest games and JRPG in recent years. Atlus excelled itself with one incredible title that not only offers an even better and perfected formula from its fantastic predecessor (Persona 4) but also shows how a series can evolve with a few additions and accurate adjustments. With its unique, dark and enjoyable story; cast of memorable characters; a fluid and addictive battle system; and a wide variety of activities to do, is just impossible to find any reason to negate yourself this great experience. Even if you are not a fan of the genre, this is a title you should play at any cost.

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9.5 / 10.0
May 9, 2017

Mark it down as an early contender for Game of the Year.

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9.5 / 10.0
Apr 3, 2017

Persona 5 surpasses its predecessors through some well-made changes and makes it way back to the top of the JRPG-Chain. Besides a small feeling of an outdated Gameplay you'll get probably one of the best JRPGs of the last years that even will surprise some of the older Persona Fans. If you haven't got into JRPGs yet: This is your best entry point.

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9.5 / 10.0
Jun 28, 2022

undefined.While I can't hold the choice of platform against Persona 5, I really wish I could have played this portably – for whatever reason, PlayStation Remote Play doesn't work in my environment and it would have saved me a week of real time. But I asked for a PlayStation 4 for Christmas largely so I could play it under the best circumstances, and it definitely didn't disappoint. Fingers crossed that Persona 5 takes after 3 and 4 and gets a portable version because by then I'll be ready to return to Tokyo.

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9.5 / 10.0
Jun 23, 2017

The gameplay mechanisms along with the game's impeccable story narrative have made us side with one of the best JRPG games.

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9.5 / 10.0
Apr 9, 2017

Another Japanese top flight. Such games show that Japan still does not have to model in the West, and can create adventures in its own unique way.

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95 / 100
Apr 18, 2017

Persona 5 is a game that has met and went above my expectations for it. The main story might not be as great as expected, however, the game amazes us with its individual story arcs, the battle system, soundtrack and its incredible art direction. Persona 5 is one of the best role playing games ever created and one of the best games of the year for the PS3 and PS4 systems.

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9.5 / 10.0
Apr 20, 2017

Persona 5 tries to captivate the player in every possible way. Its masterful mix of genres, crisp art style, and music, as well as the glorious game mechanics won't let you drop the controller until the very end. This iteration of the franchise sets a new standard for the JRPG genre and it is, naturally, an excellent addition to the Best of 2017 games list.

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