Released in 2017 for the PlayStation 4, this is a role-playing game (RPG) where you step into the shoes of a high school student navigating life in modern-day Tokyo. Unbeknownst to those around you, you possess a hidden power that awakens a secret identity.

Core Gameplay

By day, you'll attend classes, build relationships, and manage your social life. However, as night falls, you transform into a Phantom Thief, leading a group of rebellious teenagers. Together, you'll infiltrate the Metaverse, a supernatural realm born from the subconscious desires of humanity.

Story and Setting

The narrative unfolds as the Phantom Thieves confront distorted desires and corrupt individuals within the Metaverse. Your mission is to change their hearts and reform society. The game features a distinctive visual style, blending realistic environments with surreal landscapes inside the Metaverse.

Key Features

Gameplay combines turn-based combat with social simulation elements. You'll explore intricately designed dungeons called Palaces, each representing the distorted desires of a specific target. Stealth, puzzle-solving, and strategic combat are essential for overcoming challenges within these Palaces.

The Persona System

A core mechanic is the Persona system, where characters summon and control powerful beings based on mythological and religious figures. You can collect, fuse, and customize Personas to create unique combat strategies. Building relationships with Confidants, characters met throughout the game, unlocks new abilities and enhances your powers, enriching both the combat and social simulation aspects of the game.

What is the Metaverse?

The Metaverse is a supernatural realm born from humanity's subconscious desires, serving as the battleground where the Phantom Thieves confront distorted desires and corrupt individuals.

Combat Mechanics

The combat system emphasizes exploiting enemy weaknesses and building momentum through stylish, team-based attacks. Mastering Persona fusion and understanding enemy affinities are key to success.

Social Simulation

Balancing your time between the Metaverse and your everyday life is crucial. The relationships you forge as a student directly impact your abilities as a Phantom Thief, creating a dynamic interplay between the two worlds.