ATLUS has revealed plans to host a dedicated announcement event for “Persona 5: The Phantom X” in Japan on September 25. This news comes alongside the launch of an official Japanese Twitter account for the game, signaling increased activity in the Japanese market.
The free-to-play RPG, which has already debuted in several Asian markets, will appear at the upcoming Tokyo Game Show 2024. The event will take place from September 26 to 29 at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, Japan, offering fans and industry professionals a closer look at the title.
Persona 5: The Phantom X, published by Perfect World Games and developed by Black Wings Game Studio, first launched on April 12 in China for PC, iOS, and Android platforms. Perfect World Games and Black Wings Game Studio also released the game in Taiwan and South Korea on April 18.
While ATLUS has not yet officially confirmed a release for Japan or global markets, the company has previously stated that “future expansion in Japan and global is under consideration.” This upcoming presentation may provide more clarity on ATLUS’s plans for the game’s future distribution.
While PC and mobile platforms remain the primary focus, the development team previously expressed interest in bringing Persona 5 The Phantom X to console, which could significantly broaden the game’s accessibility and player base.
2The announcement of this Japan-focused presentation suggests that ATLUS may be preparing to share important information about the game’s future in its home market. Fans of the Persona series will likely be eager to learn more details during the September 25 event.