03 Jul 2025 7:43 PM +00:00 UTC

Should Persona 5 Fans Play the New Gacha Persona 5: The Phantom X?

Persona 5 is a beloved RPG, and the franchise has millions of fans worldwide. It's a turn-based game with great characters and a compelling storyline. With famous gacha games like Honkai Star Rail, which is also turn-based, it's not such a bad idea for Persona to be in the same category. However, should fans play the new Persona 5: The Phantom X?

For those wondering, no, Persona 5: The Phantom X is not a continuation of the Persona 5 storyline. However, it is set in the same universe but follows a different set of characters. The gameplay mechanics and settings (like the palaces) also follow the original, so I think that most will feel right at home.

As a gamer who has played numerous gacha games, including Genshin Impact and Honkai Star Rail, and is a fan of all the Persona games, I was extremely excited last year when I heard they would be releasing a Persona 5 gacha game. The feel, the soundtrack, and the art are all in line with what to expect from a Persona 5 spin-off. Thankfully, the developers didn't stray from those, as it wouldn't feel like a Persona game without them.

While the story is set in a different world, fans will be delighted to see familiar faces throughout the game. I had already set my expectations regarding the gacha elements of the game, but many players may be new to them, so let me explain.

There are banners in the game that feature limited and standard characters (like Joker). You have a 50/50 chance of getting the featured character in the banner, and it may take around 70 to 90 pulls to obtain them. It can be frustrating at times, but it's something that is expected in a gacha game.

However, pulls aside, I believe that Persona 5: The Phantom X is still a game worth trying. It also evokes a nostalgic feeling, thanks to the familiar music and art style, as well as providing fun in meeting new characters, such as the Protagonist, Motoha, Lufel, and more.

The game is available on PC, iOS, and Android. It's all free (unless you spend real money, which is up to the player), so there's nothing to lose by trying the game.

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Hannah Joy Santander

Freelance writer

From The Sims to Valorant!

A huge gamer since she was young, Hannah evolved from a casual gamer playing The Sims to playing competitively in FPS games like VALORANT. She also tries her luck in gacha games such as Zenless Zone Zero. She enjoys writing fiction or singing on the side.

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