Overview

• Atlus and Sega have confirmed the worldwide release of Persona 5: The Phantom X on June 26, 2025, for PC, iOS, and Android devices.
• The game, developed collaboratively by Atlus P-Studio and Black Wing Games, expands the Persona 5 universe with a new protagonist and Phantom Thieves.
• Blending traditional Persona elements like turn-based combat and social simulation with live-service features, the game introduces Velvet Trials, mini-games, and guilds.
• Fan-favorite characters such as Joker, Ann, and Ryuji will appear via special contracts, alongside a cast of new characters led by the protagonist, Wonder.
• The free-to-play title incorporates gacha mechanics, raising concerns among players about potential monetization barriers to gameplay enjoyment.