Persona 5: Phantom X Playtest Spotted on SteamDB

Recent activity on SteamDB suggests a potential global release for the highly anticipated gacha game, Persona 5: The Phantom X (P5X). However, the implications remain unclear.

SteamDB Listing Sparks Global Release Speculation

A "PERSONA5 THE PHANTOM X Playtest" entry appeared on SteamDB on October 15, 2024. While accessed a few times, likely by testers (indicated by the username "pwtest"), the playtest is currently inaccessible, redirecting users to Steam's homepage.

Playtest Possibly Precursor to Japanese Launch

Currently, P5X is available in 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, details remain scarce. Announcements surrounding Tokyo Game Show 2024 and September 25th Twitter (X) posts focused primarily on the Japanese launch for both mobile and Steam. Therefore, the SteamDB listing may simply signal a forthcoming Japanese release.

SEGA's silence on international plans leaves the global release timeline uncertain. Nevertheless, the enthusiasm surrounding the Japan-only playtest and its prominent presence at Tokyo Game Show 2024 suggests a global launch is highly probable.

Future Collaborations and Content

Regardless of the international release date, P5X promises exciting collaborations with other Persona titles. Crossover events featuring Persona 5 Royal, Persona 4 Golden, and Persona 3 Reload are anticipated.

Stay tuned for further updates on the Persona 5: The Phantom X release. [Link to related article]