Persona fans worldwide have reason to be excited as developers of Persona 5: The Phantom X (P5X) recently unveiled promising updates including console development during Bilibili World. The mobile spin-off, which has been captivating audiences in China, Taiwan, and South Korea since its April 2024 launch, might soon reach a global audience.
At a producer meeting in Shanghai, key figures behind P5X, including producer Lao V, Japanese producer Uda Yosuke, and character designer Seiki Soejima, offered fans valuable insights into the game’s development process and creative inspirations.
While PC and mobile platforms remain the primary focus, the development team expressed interest in bringing Persona 5 The Phantom X to console, following a potential global release. This move could significantly broaden the game’s accessibility and player base. Adding to the excitement, the developers shared ambitious plans for future collaborations, including potential crossovers with other beloved titles in the franchise such as “Persona 5 Royal,” “Persona 3 Reload,” and “Persona 4 Golden.”
The possibility of a global release for “Persona 5: The Phantom X” underscores SEGA’s confidence in the title’s potential to resonate with audiences worldwide. As the Persona franchise continues to grow in popularity, fans outside of Asia may soon have the opportunity to experience this unique mobile spin-off. With promises of platform expansions, exciting crossovers, and a potential worldwide launch, the future looks bright for Persona enthusiasts eager to dive into new adventures in the ever-expanding Persona universe.
They also want to have a collaboration with Persona 5 *Royal*, Persona 3 Reload, and Persona 4 Golden like the current ongoing Persona 5 one pic.twitter.com/rz5ISvPs3z
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Previously, SEGA’s financial report indicates that a worldwide release for P5X is “under consideration,” signaling potential expansion beyond its current Asian markets. While specific performance metrics weren’t disclosed, SEGA reported that P5X’s reception in its current markets is “as expected,” hinting at a positive response from players.