Persona 5: Phantom X Playtest Surfaces on Steam

Recent activity on SteamDB has sparked excitement among fans of Persona 5: The Phantom X (P5X), suggesting a potential global release may be on the horizon.

SteamDB Listing Ignites Global Release Speculation for P5X

October 15th, 2024: P5X Playtest Appears on SteamDB

The appearance of a "PERSONA5 THE PHANTOM X Playtest" entry on SteamDB on October 15th, 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 few times (possibly by testers, given a username like "pwtest"), is currently inaccessible, with the store page link redirecting to Steam's homepage.

SteamDB Listing: A Prelude to Japanese Release?

Currently, P5X is exclusive to 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 hinted at broader release plans at a Shanghai event on July 12th, 2024. SEGA's financial report for the fiscal year 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 on Twitter (X) on September 25th and at Tokyo Game Show 2024 focused on the Japanese launch for mobile and Steam. Therefore, the SteamDB entry might simply signal a Japanese release, not an immediate Western expansion.

SEGA remains tight-lipped about international plans, leaving the timing (or even existence) of a global release uncertain. However, the buzz surrounding the Japan-only playtest and the game's prominent presence at Tokyo Game Show 2024 makes a global launch seem more a question of "when," not "if."

Further bolstering anticipation, P5X will feature collaborations with other Persona titles. Expect crossover events with Persona 5 Royal, Persona 4 Golden, and Persona 3 Reload as the game expands.

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