Persona 5 Royal Nintendo Switch Review - Is It Worth It?

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Persona 5 Royal will be available on Nintendo Switch on October 21st, 2022
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[@DoctorDisasterDracula]

I know it goes without saying, but I do adore the complete transparency when it comes to who wrote the review, and who is actually speaking in the video.

[@SmogHobbit]

Pyttot

[@lukedelameter7961]

Agreed.

[@Jackattack359]

Yes, it’s great for people who have yet to become fans restricted to Nintendo consoles

[@pikaboom6539]

…why? 💀 they work for the same company. It’s just a collaborative effort to create content…there isn’t something materially “dishonest” or “more honest” by omitting or announcing who wrote the review 💀

[@ulime]

@@pikaboom6539 ign moment

[@tamiasrodentia21]

This game was an experience. Watching gameplay doesn’t do it justice. It consumed my life for an entire year.

[@Avm371998]

How many hours to finish the game?

[@Inksploded]

@@Avm371998 r/Didnt even watch the first 3 minutes of this video

[@toxickingchristian2645]

@@Avm371998 it took me longer than most but my first playthrough was 150 hours. I’d say expect 100-120 hrs

[@tamiasrodentia21]

@@Avm371998 140 hours doing every confidant and side quest

[@visionxx5724]

Damn 140 hrs? Between this and No mans Sky and Nier Automata I might as well not even go outside anymore 😭

[@MerlinCheng]

I wish I can play Persona 5 for the first time all over again. It is that good.

[@Avm371998]

How many hours to finish the game?

[@shakal802]

@@Avm371998 playtime widely varies on difficulty and time spent focusing on activities outside of story. I spent about 140 hours on my first play through on normal difficulty.

[@jb0258]

@@Avm371998 I spent around 300 on my first playthrough, but i did pretty much everything possible, it was on hard mode... and this is no average hard difficulty either, it's extreme lol. (Not as much as in an SMT game, but that's not important right now lol)

[@benavid1]

I’ve said this about RDR2. This game on that level?

[@DarkLord61636]

@Juan Loved P4G [never finished it though...] but immediately enjoyed this one more for ONE reason - the temples aren't so boring. P4 was great & then fell apart in how same-y all the dungeons were imo. That aside, I think I enjoyed the general atmosphere of P4 over P5, even though I believe P5 is better overall.

[@phazoneatermetroid77]

This will be my first time playing a persona game.... im so hyped

[@FeralPhilosopher]

You are in for such a treat! I'm honestly envious.

[@Rhachette]

Just a warning for someone who has played p3-p5 for total of 300+ hours: just touch some grass once in a while yeah, because you will (gladly) spend a lot of time that you can’t get back 😅😅

[@DoctorDisasterDracula]

Hopefully you enjoy it! I wouldn’t say it takes long for it to get good, but there’s definitely a slow burn at the beginning.

[@Pap3rMoon]

Take your time. Enjoy every passing moment.

[@craigemery856]

10/10 Awesome game from the maybe 15-20hrs I played on ps4. Can't wait to play through and actually finish it on Switch. I'm picking up my P5R steelbook at Gamestop Friday. Pumped!!!!

[@James-gj8rn]

I've said this elsewhere but: To anyone who is going to be playing a Persona game for the first time: You enjoy it, it is an experience that will always stick with you, with ups, downs, emotional moments and many memories forged and the people you meet will feel like real true friends when its all over, i envy you and i'm extremely jealous (Persona 4 Golden was my first and that game is my favourite of all time, many memories that have stuck with me from that game)

[@uhWilliam]

yoo ive been playing Persona 4 since ps2 back in 2009 or 2010, still play it now the game basically became part of my life hahah

[@chirocar9935]

shin megami tensei 🙁

[@ChrisGagner]

Persona 4 was also my first (back in 2020). It still sticks with me... such an impact. P5R is preordered and I'm hyped to experience it for the first time!

[@dogetiiired]

Persona 3 will always be the best for me 😭

[@xFades]

My first persona game was P4G and I loved it so much from having out with yosuke and all my other friends to crying from how emotional the plot got, at the end of the day Inaba became a home, not just a location, I have yet to play persona 5 tho

[@teosto1384]

Laugh at me for missing out or envy me for getting to play this for the first time ever. Just ordered this for Switch yesterday having never played any Persona games before. With the amount of praises it's gotten I'm sure that was a worthy purchase.

[@craigemery856]

Awesome game 10/10!! It starts pretty slow but stick with it!

[@GilgaMax305]

Be patient with it for the first 20 to 30 hours. Trust me, it really begins to kick off later on and you'll be hooked by that point. Enjoy!

[@bbypink9844]

Also get persona 4!!!!!!!

[@OstianOwl]

Enjoy yourself; you're in for a treat of a game.

[@jimphilidor9031]

Enjoy it!

[@cheenuchari]

Can't wait to replay this game again on Switch in a couple of days! Everything about it is so well made: the storyline, characters, turn based combat, UI Design, and the music!

[@kakashi2801]

Agreed

[@taylon5200]

Modded switch is awesome 👌 been playing it on here for a day or so now, also with a 60fps mod that installed in seconds. It's fucking amazing

[@Spider-Complexion]

I got an OLED switch and am gonna buy this game again for it but Idk if I can let myself play it again I need my timee for other games 😅

[@that_Ranjit]

😊plmlmlm lmk lmk l😊😊

[@Ferros89]

This game is an absolute masterpiece. An experience so beautifully crafted that words don’t do justice. Played the vanilla version on PS4 and was waiting for this release for the Switch for a long time. No second thoughts, just bought it and here I go again. And once again, great review!

[@mysticmess7]

Is there any other persona games before persona 5? If so, do I need to play the ones before persona 5?

[@Darkmellow-07em]

@MysticMess you don't have to play the previous persona games and they've been around since the ps1 era. They all are different stories, like Final Fantasy or the Tales series, most persona games do not have prequels or sequels so it's fine to just play this one without playing the others but number 3 and 4 are supposedly coming to the switch and xbox game pass as well digitally.

[@ragingchaosgod]

I've only played vanilla P5 and without hesitation, I totally double dipped into a preorder for Royal once I learned it was coming to the Switch. Can't wait to get into the Royal content at last!

[@LazyLotus]

Same here. It’s SHOWTIME once again my friend!

[@jmurray1110]

Sane but thankfully I didn’t have to pay for the vanilla or strikers copy

[@takenoprisoner42]

Whoever plays this game for the first time now, you’re gonna have an amazing time

[@sebastiangc1998]

Buying it today! It's 50% off in the eshop and I'm sooooo excited

[@jy_hawk]

@@sebastiangc1998bought this 2 days ago and me and my teenager are having a blast

[@chrissolace]

I’ve played P5 and P5R on my PS4 so for anyone who is first time thinking about it on Switch, definitely give it a thought! It’s a very long game, a slow wind up, and lots of reading, but the story is great, the characters and enjoyable, and the action is fantastic-probably one of the best turn based JRPGs. This game isn’t for everyone for sure, but if hearing all that intrigues you, definitely give it a shot if you can!

[@levimachado]

So... huge difference between the versions or both are fine?

[@chrissolace]

@@levimachado The Royal edition is like Persona 4 Golden, where it basically enhances or improves a bunch of stuff. It’s like the definitive version to play it in. It also adds new content and also adds the vanilla P5 DLC to the Royal version for free. I can’t think of a reason not to play P5R over P5 honestly. If you mean Switch vs PS4, I haven’t tried it on Switch!

[@levimachado]

@@chrissolace Yeah... I realize I just F*ed up and got something called "ultimate edition" on a PS5 sale yesterday... apparently is vanilla version with DLC if I'm not mistaken.

[@chrissolace]

@@levimachado Ah darn. I think that is the case.

[@levimachado]

@@chrissolace Kind of a shit move to call it "ultimate edition" isn't it

[@Joes_Z-Music]

Great review! One quick note about the set-up that most people won't care about, but it's worth pointing out. The guy in the beginning of the story doesn't sue for damages and have that result in a criminal conviction. That's not a thing. He has the protagonist prosecuted criminally and the protagonist is put on probation as a result. Suing and prosecuting are two completely separate things.

[@BeyondBrii]

I work in the Criminal justice service and I’m a little confused what you’re saying the difference is, could you elaborate? You’re not wrong, just curious! Edit: I agree with you btw, but just to make it clearer :)

[@Joes_Z-Music]

@@BeyondBrii Sure! I teach college criminal justice courses so this is my chance to geek out! To be fair, the game's script leads to some confusion on this. The protagonist saves the woman and strikes and knocks down her assailant. The assailant says, "Damn brat! I'll sue!" and the camera cuts to the protagonist being taken away by police. So two things happen here, but they're unrelated. The "I'll sue" comment references civil liability for a tort--battery, which is unauthorized physical contact with another which causes harm. The only thing that would come of that are money damages. However, because the story of the game also says the protagonist is on probation, and because he's taken away by police, he was clearly charged criminally as well, ostensibly because of the assailant's political connections. Incarceration and probation are criminal penalties, but they wouldn't result from a lawsuit. They'd result from a criminal prosecution. Both outcomes can happen--the assailant can sue (and potentially recover money for his injuries), and separately, the protagonist can be criminally prosecuted. BUT any suit pursued by the assailant cannot land a person in prison or on probation. Obviously this is a fictional game and all that, but it takes place in a realish version of Japan, so it's unlikely there's a scenario where suing can land someone on probation.

[@TailsGuy72]

@@BeyondBrii I wanted to say that the game is a criticism of the Japanese law system.

[@TheCarnivaI]

🤓

[@sugarray1345]

I'd just like to add that I'm going to eat my feet tonight. 🥿

[@desh206]

This is a really good port of the game,i've always been intrest to try Persona 5 ever since Joker was added to Smash and i can't wait to do it

[@Tronjheimr]

I finished p5 on PS4 during its release, then I recently got the itch to platinum the game. Hands down one of the most memorable games in the recent years.

[@kimin4165]

The majority of my friends have played this, but I only own a Switch, so this will be my first step into the series. I'm just beyond excited to pick it up on Friday!

[@sweet_sukeban4022]

Just wait for the better persona games to release. 5 is trash

[@jaidens.g.1920]

Hope you enjoy! P5R is incredible!

[@damarideadass8305]

@@sweet_sukeban4022 5 is the best one.

[@sweet_sukeban4022]

@@damarideadass8305 5 is absolutely shit.

[@AndreasK333]

@@sweet_sukeban4022 going through 200 randomly generated floors in other personas is better?

[@DavidMichon1]

This is my first persona game, I’m reaching the end of the first castle and I’m totally hooked!! I cannot stop thinking about this game! Alas it’s not just a “game”, it’s an entire experience!

[@Serch_YB27]

This comes out around my brithday. Haven't played a big story-focused, 100+ hr game on the switch since Witcher last year, really tempted to try it

[@worldsboss]

I rarely preorder games nowadays, but ever since it launched on PS4 (a console I didn’t own), I’ve really wanted to play it. Having it on Switch is incredible 😁

[@franciscobuenrostro3891]

Will be playing it for the first time on the switch. I can’t wait. I finished persona 4 Golden on my Vita a few months ago and it was an amazing experience

[@user-hc5th3oo3h]

I love this game. I didn't finish it on the ps4 after putting in about 55 hours when I got stuck, and I can't wait to start again on the switch and make it till the end this time. The fact that I feel excited about putting another 100 hours into the game, is really saying something I think.

[@ExtraordinaryFate]

Wait so you already have P5 Royal and didn’t finish it? Kind of odd you’d buy it all over again

[@user-hc5th3oo3h]

@@ExtraordinaryFate Yeah well, I kinda forgot the story so I don't mind starting again, plus now I can play it on the go. Persona is the perfect game for that.

[@artagle_14]

@@user-hc5th3oo3hI have the original persona 5 game on the ps4. Unfortunately I cannot spend so much time on my ps4 since it’s always in my living room and people need tv time too so it’s kind of hard to finish the game. I haven’t played a portable Persona game since the psvita and holy hell is it so satisfying playing it on a handheld again.

[@marxistlynchist]

I recently finished the digital PS4 version of Persona 5 Royal. Even so, I had to get the physical Switch copy - and I've never bought a game for more than one platform before. The game is that good. Genuinely life-affirming stuff, with an incredible ending that had me reflecting on my friendships thoughout the years. You'll especially get so much out of it if you are in your teens or early 20s.

[@tcut95]

I just got my copy for Switch myself, having Vanilla, Royal, and Strikers on PS4... Only other big budget game I have gotten for multiple platforms is Cyberpunk 2077, and that was mostly due to never finishing it (on PS4) and getting a new PC that could actually run it over a year into that game being released. As far as Persona games, I got Portable on Switch and will be getting the Reload version as well without a doubt.

[@Dan_om3]

I only played Persona Q2 before this and I was already enjoying it like crazy on my 2Ds just to see the personality of each character interacting with each other and the dialog choices and stylish cutscenes, despite not having mayor relationship building. This is like an extended version of that and I am deeply impressed.

[@danniramey5876]

Yeah, actually the only persona I first played was persona q and persona q2.

[@Jkeb19]

Switch seems like the best platform for persona 5. As it is such a long game, being able to play it on the go would make finishing it a lot faster. I played it on ps5 and it took me a good 3 months to finish it.

[@theobnoxiouslycharming1747]

A gamestop manager years ago once said "if you buy persona 5 and do not like it I will buy it back full price" it's one of my favorite games to this day. Safest bet he ever placed I bet lol

[@6scar911]

This is gonna be the third time I buy and play this game. First time I bought the original, second I bought PS5R for ps4, and now I'm getting the steelbook switch version

[@lobsterboy2020]

I have an Xbox and a Switch. Would you recommend playing this for the first time on one or the other? Free on Gamepass, but I can't hog the TV from my flatmates! Maybe switch is better?

[@6scar911]

@@lobsterboy2020 I would say switch is better. I haven't finished P5R on my ps4 for similar reasons, but a switch is portable and you could chill playing on your bed or couch or wherever. I say switch is the more convenient way to go

[@lobsterboy2020]

@@6scar911 Thanks for this. I'm inclined to agree. I guess the main difference is graphical fidelity, but don't really think that's the end of the world for a game like P5

[@6scar911]

@@lobsterboy2020 Oh yeah I personally don't think graphics should matter all that much with this game due to the art style. It looks as good on switch as it does on high end consoles. Or maybe I'm wrong lol, I haven't really paid super close attention to that. Regardless, you're going to have a good time with this game. Take your time with it

[@Cruxis_Angel]

@@lobsterboy2020 are you playing on Xbox one or series consoles? If Xbox one then go for the switch. If you’re on a series X then consider whether you want 4K60fps or portability.

[@iantophernicus6042]

As someone who still has yet to enter the 5th arc of P5R on PS4, when the 1 More Edition went up on Shop Atlas, I decided that $120 was a reasonable price, $100 for the game and $20 for the extras. Then they slapped with $35 for shipping. That stung, but I didn't baulk. I grabbed it. Next morning I realised. It wasn't AU$. It was US$. I SPENT $210 TO PLAY THIS ON SWITCH. 11pm me is now forbidden from using my card.

[@charlesedwinbooks]

Some of those persona are so important! Around the 2nd palace or 3rd I made a persona that negated all physical attacks, and BOY did that save my butt a few times later on. I had that persona in my party until the very end.

[@jakekilemade3313]

To anyone thinking about wether or nit to buy this game, just trust me as a random stranger on thr internet and buy it. It will stick with you for the rest of your life

[@reddieweeb]

I will

[@harrisonwhaley7872]

I’ve been waiting to play this for so long and Strikers too 😂. I’ve only played SMT until now and this looks like it’s going to be my next week obsession lol

[@joegardner851]

Enjoy man!!!! Definitely a top ten game for me. I’m going to pick this up again 😁

[@harrisonwhaley7872]

@@joegardner851 it will go great with my Atlus collection haha. I’ve had strikers on the shelf for a while bc I got it on sale hoping we’d get 5 later hahaha. Plus once we get P3/4 I’ll be able to play the Q1/2 games I bought up bc the eshop is closing haha

[@champdancer19]

P5& P5S are amazing games. 10/10 . Persona 5 does everything right. Strikers gives more character development and interaction with the team.

[@gamingwithjoseph714]

Just note Strikers follows the original p5 and not royal

[@champdancer19]

@@gamingwithjoseph714 correct. They were developed at the same time.

[@Toe-collector]

After years of waiting since Joker came to Smash, I can finally play this game on the go. Hopefully this port will make Square change their minds on how they ported Kingdom Hearts to the Switch

[@jb0258]

I'm still so disappointed at Square for doing Kingdom Hearts such a disservice.

[@JOVAHK11N]

I'm glad Nintendo finally made a game about my favorite Smash character.

[@DragoonMyuutsu]

Been waiting for this since Joker's Smash debut announcement. Can't wait to pick up my copy. I hope Persona 4 and 3 will also get physical switch releases as well in the future.

[@queendivax]

Well your wish came true! Persona 3 and 4 Golden will be on the switch January 19th 2023. and an article said they’ll only be $20🥺

[@DragoonMyuutsu]

@@queendivax Still waiting for those to get physical releases as well. $20 only for digital on eShop.

[@dndx0527]

As someone who played Strikers before Royal, it took me a minute to adjust to the different controls but once I did, I fell in love with Royal. I'm currently 20 hours in and adoring every second of it.

[@forbzee44]

How does Strikers compare to Royal? Worth picking up if you like Royal?

[@dndx0527]

@@forbzee44 Since Strikers is technically a sequel to Royal, I'd recommend getting Royal first since they do reference some events that happened in that game in Strikers that won't make as much sense without the full context but it's not completely necessary. Strikers can stand alone and is IMO one of the best JRPGs of the last decade as is Royal.

[@UncleJiroh]

@@dndx0527 it is not a sequel to royal. It is Canon to the base game. Small difference. I know it's pedantic but it's kind of important because of the absence of certain characters.

[@Yahikkox]

​@@dndx0527 I just couldn't really get into strikers. I loved p5r and was hyped for strikers but the gameplay just felt a little bit.. meh. Maybe I should give it a try again anyway

[@holyheretic3185]

​@@UncleJiroh you know sequels do mean Canon right? Harry Potter sequels aren't not Canon because they are sequels

[@johnflapper]

I started P5 on PS4, but never got that far into it. Like a bunch of other games, The Switch will finally give me enough time to finally play a game I already had but didn't have TV time for =)

[@porygonscott]

I’m a huge P5 fan and the way this was described and explained was perfect 👌

[@m3sake]

I tried to wait for this to come to the switch but during the pandemic I lost all hope and just borrowed a PS4 from a friend just to play this. This game became one of my favorites and I’m jealous of all of you that get to play this for the first time. This game is definitely an experience and it’s one of my favorite JRPGs. I can’t wait for 4 and 3 to come because I haven’t played those yet.

[@fikrimml]

Not gonna lie..4 is the best among those 3 game in terms of characters & storyline

[@Rosie_Cozy]

I played 3,4 and 5 and 5 is my favorite

[@lukekaps]

Also this is the first review where I see actual gameplay. Because prior to playing it I was very iffy if I’d like it because I’m not big on slow rpgs but this made me like playing video games again. Even the weird topics still make sense everyone should play this. & this is the best review of it by far. Great job!!

[@michalvarga8515]

I got 25 hours into P5, then 25 hours and pretty much the same place in P5R. Always ended up getting up busy with something else. Will finally finish it on Switch... :D

[@jb0258]

25 hours in, only ~100 more to go :D

[@Mark_of_Tread]

We continue to eat well my Switch JRPG brethren!

[@fresquecito]

Persona 5 was my first time experiencing the series. I fell in love with the game and ended up beating P5 vanilla and then P5 Royal when it released. I loved the game so much I then beat P5 Strikers, the P5 dancing game and then Shin Megami Tensei V. P5R is on my top 10 games of all time and I highly recommend

[@realstealth3307]

Do u recommend royal or strickers?

[@fresquecito]

@realstealth3307 royal is now the definitive version of P5 over the original, as it includes everything plus loads of new features and quality of life improvements. And P5 Strikers is a great game as well although much different gameplay style: action combat vs turn based

[@helioliskfire5954]

I like how the whole premise of Persona gamified the structure and logic of Jungian psychology.

[@johnnygreene4658]

Wow what a very detailed review. Nice job, I didn't understand what this series was about. Now I do, thank you.

[@XLynnsanityX]

I bought this game on release and just started today. It’s my first Persona game.

[@pedrongreen]

I started playing yesterday for the first time... I'm hooked. As someone who's played Catherine Full Body and SMT 3 before, this feels so familiar.

[@itz_galactic1014]

Very happy that Persona 5 is on the switch. It’s about damn time! If anyone wants to max their confidants in one playthrough, I highly recommend checking out JohneAwesome’s playthrough. But that’s if you’re a completionist like me!

[@FelixS.]

I played vanilla P5 on PS4 Pro. I own the Steelbook edition of P5Royal for PS4 as well (didn´t play it though). And I pre ordered the Steelbook editions of P5Royal for Switch as well as for PS5 now (which is the version I will play during the holiday season). :)

[@joegardner851]

Ohh the switch. Be much easier to play games when family come over for the holidays

[@roqueadeleon]

Might need to try this again, I liked the setting and the real world stuff/story - idk how I feel about the battling in the dungeons. Hard to put my finger on it exactly but maybe just need to give it another go for a few more hours and see how I feel.

[@mjshinyhunter]

just hearing Zion say “and today we’re here to share with you our review of persona 5 royal on the nintendo switch”makes me so happy.

[@thatanonwholurksmoar7386]

I'm just glad I get to finally play this damn game on a portable. P4g on the Vita was my re-introduction to the persona series and threw like 100 hours to it. From there is history with both persona and smt

[@crispybanana3316]

My biggest flex is that I have never played this game before and I can fully experience this on switch from start to finish. I guess being a poor gamer has its own share of advantage

[@CharlemagneGuy127]

I already got Royal on PS4, but I opted to revisit it again with the Switch version, especially since I scored the steelcase version for the normal $60, plus I’d like it for collection purposes.

[@joegardner851]

Me too. High five 🖐️ I’m going to casually play the game. Perfect with the switch 😄

[@Suitednlooted]

I didn’t get to finish the game on the PS4 since I had to share a tv. Now that it’s on the switch I can finally beat it.

[@blksteve11]

I am so so soooo hyped for this. My buddy said its pretty much as if you're playing an anime and it seems to have so many other elements of things I love. Particularly the slice of life elements. I love JRPG's and am so hyped to play this for the first time!!!

[@meric12131415]

Ah I figured I'd be a 10 out of 10 it's why it's so highly rated by reviewers in general it's absolutely the number 1 most definitive edition of persona 5 and also how it's meant to be played and enjoyed I'd say if you can throw the vanilla version out the window and grab persona 5 royal😁 it's amazing

[@mrbubbles8743]

Not an JRPG fan, but persona 4 is fantastic. I easily put 80 into persona 5, but never finished it. Might have to pick it up again on switch.

[@drazzimusic]

This is going to be my first Persona game! Can’t wait to play it

[@Akechi_The_Phantom_Detective]

I hope you enjoy it but, you are in for such a treat.

[@Sharingon700]

I already have my P5R steelbook for my playstation, but I'm really glad it's come to Switch. The more people that experience this game, the better

[@sidneysupedo6547]

How come you're the only one whose polite enough to appreciate the switch release? There's this prick who was dissing the switch, he kept bragging about his ps5...

[@Sharingon700]

@@sidneysupedo6547 I don't understand dissing on the Switch honestly. It's inferior hardware for sure, but the first party games kick ass, and it's the trade-off you get for portability. I'm personally chomping at the bit for that Persona 4 Golden switch release though

[@SwedePotato314]

I just ordered the physical because it was on Amazon for $40… but won’t be here for like 5 days 😬. I LOVE RPGs and Jprgs and have loved a few so much that I nearly lost my job but I can’t wait for this one. I’ve heard so much good about it and even though I don’t get much time to play I really love a longer game to be able to slowly digest over a few weeks. I love the art style!

[@jimphilidor9031]

I was happy to buy this game again, but I'm even more happy about the fact that this series is now getting many new fans. Enjoy!

[@investo7118]

"I'VE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS!"

[@silverlakefag]

The PS4 version is frequently discounted to around $24, so it probably won’t be long before that start to do the same with Switch.

[@Akechi_The_Phantom_Detective]

Maybe digitally, but physically... not a hope in hell and I suspect most will want to grab it physically considering the cart for once actually has everything in one package.

[@Toca_Moca]

I was initially waiting until a hopeful switch release to play Persona 5 and it felt like a distant dream. I didn't want to get a PlayStation just for one game but in the end my dad insisted on getting me one so I recently finish Royal earlier this year. Even though I already played the game I can't wait to pick it up again and play it on the console I've always dreamed of playing it on.

[@nojuanatall3281]

A PS4 with CFW can play hundreds if not thousands of amazing games. Sure it's not worth it for just one game but if you're crafty it is a great gaming resource.

[@ChrisM-vz4pe]

Wow! Your the first gaming channel to give P5R a 10/10 review and I totally agree with that rating.

[@PokeRetroFan]

amazing game. if you havent played it just buy it. it starts off a bit slow but man it does bow your mind!

[@KuromiDarklord]

Persona is an spinoff of Shin Megami Tensei. If you like the gameplay and don't feel like the social part is vital for you you should try other Shin Megami Tensei games. Shin Megami Tensei IV has a better story that SMT V but SMT V is in the switch and it's gameplay is awesome.

[@thedarkenone787]

For people who are new to the game take your time with the game. A small tip try to beat the palaces with 1 day to get extra time with the side characters.

[@ICharlyl]

I hate that I'm already 40 hours in persona 5 royal for the PS4, which is like a a fourth of the game, but still far enough that I'm not willing to replay all that to continue on the switch, but I'll still buy it for the switch lol

[@spyrojayy9216]

I just got the game was on sale 15$ my first persona game going to start it when I get off work today hope it’s really good !

[@JustASadBoi]

never got time to play it on my playstation since its a long ass game, cant wait to play it on the go

[@MysteryAGMLegend]

This is truly a fun game, as I remember playing this on ps4. I remember I got pretty good at the start of the game, as I managed to beat most dungeons day 1 in it or at least till the story kicked me out for the time being.

[@BlackAdam52]

Already pre-ordered. Looking forward to some playtime this weekend. This will be my first time playing it.

[@missgrinch5940]

I was going to buy this but I don't want to spend the money just yet. This will be my first time playing P5R and I will be doing so on xbox game pass. If I do like it enough, I'll just buy it on there. Great review!

[@alex-sh5ed]

P5 Strikers on the Switch was one hell of an experience, so I'm really looking foward to experience the mainline story + RPG action.

[@Cloud-dt6xb]

You'll really love it, so long as you've played an rpg before you should pick up the basics pretty quick.

[@alex-sh5ed]

@@Cloud-dt6xb I've finished TMS#FE Encore and I have hands-on experience for P3F. I honestly wish I've played P4G before all this but I'll have the chance next year.

[@beastmode4tm]

@@Cloud-dt6xb I haven't dabbled too much into RPGs, but I have played Pokemon (mostly play competitive multiplayer) and Mario + Rabbids. I found a used copy of the original like a week ago for $12 used, forgetting that the Switch version came out this week lmao; should I sell it and get the Switch version or stick with the original version? I know that Royal is better, but is it worth selling the original on PS4 to get Royal on Switch? Note: I'm only about an hour into the original game, but I love it so far!

[@BeyondBrii]

@@beastmode4tm royal is better than the original imo, it fixes a lot of balancing and pacing issues

[@beastmode4tm]

@@BeyondBrii So I should sell the original and then save up for Royal?

[@mrmeow2297]

10/10 expected nothing less *chef's kiss*

[@Fujikawa-hw6ij]

This was my first persona game, i instantly fell in love with the series… there was a hole in my life when i completed it. Iam currently knee deep into Strikers since I can’t get enough of the Phantom Thieves

[@ChubsGlobby]

I've had a very annoying history with Persona 5, and finally I think it's coming to an end. I wanted to play this game a bit since like late 2018 and never had the opportunity, my ps3 was missing and even when I found the thing.. I didn't have the money to go purchase the game for myself. Skip forward to 2022 and I finally found my ps3 and got it set up again, I got a copy of the ps3 version as I didn't have a ps4 and this so I couldn't play Royal at all.. Then after getting the game in the mail (as it was purchased online) my ps3 broke due to me modding it beforehand, and forgetting that I shouldn't have updated it. A few months later, my uncle comes over and we spend sometime together and I manage to get him to restore my PS3 by reformatting it's hard drive. I felt so happy cause now I can actually experience Persona 5. I start the game, enjoy my time in the very slow beginning.. then I get to the first palace. The like.. 30% of it I played was incredibly fun, and I wanted more. I would've kept playing it but after getting into it, I wake up with a message from my friend. "So, are you gonna get Persona 5 on switch?" I laugh this off, thinking "Wow has to be some stupid joke." so I reply with "Yeah, when it comes out in winter 2016." Then he tells me that he was being serious, ATLUS just announced it was coming to switch and the moment I read that message, I felt 10 layers of dread crushing me. I quickly go to Nintendo's KZbin, feeling hopeful that it doesn't happen and that it does. I wanted it on switch for so long, but right after all the shit I went through before with this game? No thanks. Then I see the trailer, Persona 5 coming to Nintendo Switch.. And to my surprise, it was Royal! The one that me and my friends all made jokes about whenever someone wanted it to come to the platform cause we all thought it wouldn't be possible. I felt so stupid in that moment, not gonna lie.. also suuper upset because it couldn't came like a few years back? Why did we get the sequel before the original game??? After getting over my feelings, I decided that I was gonna play through Persona 5 Royal to completion, or I'm gonna die trying. So, with the money I just recently got I immediately purchased myself the digital copy, (Which, I REALLLLYY regret now. The steelbook looks really cool.. also people are already getting it?? If yall know if I could like contact Nintendo and ask for them to like swap it over or something, please tell me!) and I installed it asap. I am now waiting for Friday to come.. this has been the most painful wait for me.. and it especially sucks right now, I'm so close to the end, I can TASTE it. but I'm unfortunately locked from playing the game until Friday. Here's hoping I don't get hit by a car within the next 2 days, I can't wait to finally get to experience Persona 5 Royal.

[@valk5041]

Guys please try persona 4 golden as well once it's out. It's also another absolute masterpiece of a game

[@ProjectPhoenix21]

For those diving into this masterpiece for the first time, you owe it to yourselves to play the game at least twice to get the vanilla ending and then the royal ending to squeeze almost every bit of the experience.

[@damianthomson6402]

Really looking forward to this arriving on day of release, P4Golden on Vita was first entry to the series and whilst I did get SMT V on switch I didn't enjoy it as much as P4G, I think the social part really added to the game and broke it up well for me. I almost purchased for ps3 and considered picking up a ps4 but soon realised I loved it on Vita because of the pick up and put down and sleep mode, no finding save spots etc if you only have 20mins no problem so really pleased this is finally coming to switch.

[@bbarling]

Can’t wait to play this next week.

[@RandomComment-tr5ix]

I pre-ordered the 1 more edition last month and can't wait to play it for the first time. Wonder when they will ship though

[@Averagejon95]

So the physical items ship next month cause I’m also waiting for it. But I got the game yesterday

[@MrKittyhead]

Seems really fun and interesting. The deadline for the heists is kind of stressful, and the management of time is a bit too, but I’m willing to give it a try someday.

[@joegardner851]

It’s really not that bad. they give you plenty of time and as a rpg casual, I can complete them in 1 to 2 runs and then beat the boss. The loading screen tells you to take your time. It’s worth a try

[@MrKittyhead]

@@joegardner851ok, thanks for the info! I have a few other RPGs to finish, but I’m thinking about picking this up afterwards.😄

[@markus8994]

It’s not like majoras mask at all where there’s like a timer of sorts. It shouldn’t be stressful at all trust me

[@decayedparadigm]

Most likely will buy this when I have the money and after finally finishing SMT5 as my back log is insane!! Great review

[@TheFancyFilmmaker]

As someone who is not the biggest fan of jrpg would you recommend this game? I hear that even people who don’t like Jrpg love this game.

[@TimurSokol]

Yeah it's really fun and don't require grinding for the most part

[@donkarlotv679]

If you're okay with the game's length and japanese culture, yes. P5R is a great game for players new to the JRPG-genre.

[@xam323]

Honestly, yeah. I know a lot of people who tended to like it even if they weren't huge into JRPGs. This game really got me into the genre as well.

[@callumjdonovan]

It’s really accessible for every type of player so yes

[@PhoenixWrightAceAttorney]

How long is the game? How long to beat it I mean?

[@arturogutierrez8342]

I played the original P5 on PS4, but never had the chance to play the Royal version. I'm so excited for this release.

[@reddieweeb]

Broooo I'm losing patience. I preordered it recently, but goddammit I have no patience.

[@big-zplayz3736]

I love how Zion is always doing the jrpg reviews

[@rockkiller124]

Thinking of getting this on Steam, hope it reaches my expectation as its hyped up like crazy

[@jfiggy7145]

Now “Persona fans” can actually play a persona game

[@alyssarasmussen1723]

as a persona fan my first game i was exposed to was persona 3 fes back in around 2014 or 2015 and then my first persona game was persona 5 vanilla when it came out in 2017 when i frist played it then i bought royal in 2020 on ps4 :D (persona 5 vanilla i also bought on ps4 and not on ps3 back in 2017 :D)

[@geraltofrivia7823]

Haha. So this is why Zuckerberg wanted his own metaverse so much-he wants a Persona. xD

[@dangarbagecanman]

What really sucks is the fact that you can't get your save progress from the PS4 to anywhere else (unless I'm proven wrong please let me be wrong)

[@ratbox_]

Common W for the Switch getting this game and for NintendoLife with this score.

[@MCheesesushi]

I played P5, bought P5R and played it and adore it so much that I contemplate getting it for my favorite console as well.

[@jaredwalton3135]

Having this entire game, on one cartridge....just wow.

[@oonadoodles]

My ex never gave back my original copy of the game I lent them and so I didn’t see a sense in buying it again UNLESS it was on the switch and the Royal edition. I bought this for my birthday and I’m SO HAPPY!! I can experience the expanded version of the game and in my bed 🫶 What an incredible series.

[@sdsurfs]

Will you need a paid nintendo subscription for the online features?

[@geekerandy8773]

Even if you do, the benefits are rather minor and can be ignored if you don’t own it

[@pramath1605]

Yes but also it doesn’t matter they’re almost totally ignorable

[@emenende4057]

Will Nintendo Life be reviewing Skyrim Anniversaries Edition on Switch?

[@bluemoon4546]

If you have not played this game yet, do yourself a favor and play this. This game is a true masterpiece and one of the reasons why I bought a PS4 in the first place, and I’ll happily play this game all over again on my Switch.

[@kagetaz8534]

I’ve never played a Persona game before and never thought to until I saw KZbinr @CornGamez playing Persona 5 on Twitch. Ever since then I’ve been excitedly awaiting the arrival of Persona 5 Royal to Switch. Today I start my journey into Persona and I can’t express how ecstatic I am. Here we go!!! 😈🙏🏾😁🕺🏾 P.S. Awesome Video! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🙌🏾

[@MahoganyBlack]

I platinums both P5 and P5R on PS4. Temped to get this on switch but we’ll see after this stacked winter season game releases 😭