Persona 5: The Phantom X Playtest Appears on SteamDB

Recent activity on SteamDB suggests a potential global release for the highly anticipated gacha game, Persona 5: The Phantom X (P5X).

SteamDB Listing Sparks Global Release Speculation

A "PERSONA5 THE PHANTOM X Playtest" entry appeared on SteamDB on October 15, 2024. While access is currently limited, possibly to playtesters (indicated by a "pwtest" username), its existence fuels speculation about a wider PC release. Clicking the store page link currently redirects to Steam's homepage.

Playtest Could Signal Imminent Japanese Release

Currently, P5X is only available in China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, and South Korea. While a global release was hinted at during a Shanghai event on July 12, 2024, and mentioned in SEGA's fiscal year 2024 report, concrete details remain scarce. Announcements at Tokyo Game Show 2024 and on X (formerly Twitter) on September 25th primarily focused on the Japanese launch for mobile and Steam. Therefore, the SteamDB listing might simply precede a Japanese release.

SEGA remains tight-lipped about international plans. However, the considerable buzz surrounding the Japan-only playtest and the game's prominent presence at Tokyo Game Show 2024 suggests a global release is likely, although the timing is uncertain.

Crossovers and Future Content

In the meantime, fans can anticipate numerous collaborations with other Persona titles. Crossover events with Persona 5 Royal, Persona 4 Golden, and Persona 3 Reload are expected as the game expands.

Stay tuned for further updates on Persona 5: The Phantom X's release. [Link to related article]