Recent activity on SteamDB has sparked excitement among fans regarding a potential global release of Persona 5: The Phantom X (P5X).
SteamDB Listing Hints at Global Launch?
The appearance of a "PERSONA5 THE PHANTOM X Playtest" entry on SteamDB on October 15, 2024, has fueled speculation. While the game has been available in parts of Asia since April 2024, the SteamDB listing doesn't guarantee an immediate worldwide launch. The playtest, accessible to a limited number of users (possibly testers, judging by the "pwtest" username), is currently unavailable to the public. Clicking the store page link redirects to Steam's homepage.
Potential Focus on Japanese Release?
P5X is currently exclusive to China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, and South Korea. While a global release was hinted at during a Shanghai event on July 12, 2024, and mentioned in SEGA's March 2024 financial report, concrete details remain scarce. Announcements surrounding Tokyo Game Show 2024 and September 25th Twitter (X) posts primarily focused on the Japanese launch for mobile and Steam. Therefore, the SteamDB listing might simply reflect preparations for the Japanese release.
SEGA has remained quiet about international plans. However, the enthusiasm surrounding the Japan-only playtest and the game's prominent presence at Tokyo Game Show 2024 suggest a global release is highly probable, even if the timing is uncertain.
Future Collaborations and Content
Regardless of the global release timeline, P5X promises exciting collaborations with other Persona titles. Expect crossover events featuring Persona 5 Royal, Persona 4 Golden, and Persona 3 Reload as the game expands.
For further updates on the Persona 5: The Phantom X release, refer to the linked article below.
