Persona 5 Playtest Emerges on Steam

Recent activity on SteamDB has sparked excitement among fans regarding a potential global release of the highly anticipated gacha game, Persona 5: The Phantom X (P5X).

SteamDB Listing Ignites Global Release Speculation

P5X Playtest Appears on SteamDB - October 15, 2024

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, accessed a limited number of times (possibly by testers, indicated by the username "pwtest"), is currently inaccessible via the Steam store page.

SteamDB Listing: Preparation for Japanese Release?

Currently, P5X is exclusively available in China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, and South Korea. While popular in these regions, a global release, especially in Western markets, is highly anticipated.

Atlus, SEGA, and Perfect World confirmed broader release plans at a Shanghai event on July 12, 2024. SEGA's financial report (FY ending March 2024) also mentioned considering "future expansion in Japan and globally." However, concrete details remain scarce.

While Western fans hope for a release, initial announcements (September 25th on X and Tokyo Game Show 2024) focused primarily on the Japanese launch for mobile and Steam. The SteamDB listing might simply reflect preparations for the Japanese release, not a simultaneous Western launch.

SEGA remains tight-lipped about international plans. The timing of a global release, or even its certainty, is unclear. However, the significant buzz surrounding the Japan-only playtest and its prominent presence at Tokyo Game Show 2024 suggests a global release is likely a matter of when, not if.

Meanwhile, fans can anticipate exciting collaborations. Crossover events with Persona 5 Royal, Persona 4 Golden, and Persona 3 Reload are expected as the game expands.

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