Persona 5: SteamDB Hints at Phantom X Playtest

Recent activity on SteamDB has sparked excitement among fans regarding the global release of Persona 5: The Phantom X (P5X). The appearance of a playtest listing fuels speculation, but doesn't guarantee an immediate worldwide launch.

SteamDB Listing Hints at Potential Global Launch

A "PERSONA5 THE PHANTOM X Playtest" entry appeared on SteamDB on October 15, 2024. While accessed a few times, access appears limited, possibly restricted to playtesters (indicated by a "pwtest" username). Currently, the playtest is inaccessible via the Steam store page.

Japan Release a More Likely Scenario?

P5X is currently available in select Asian regions (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. Furthermore, promotional efforts at Tokyo Game Show 2024 and on X (formerly Twitter) on September 25 primarily focused on the Japanese launch for both mobile and Steam. Therefore, the SteamDB listing may simply reflect preparations for the Japanese release.

SEGA has remained quiet on international release plans. Despite this, the buzz surrounding the Japan-only playtest and the game's prominent presence at Tokyo Game Show 2024 suggests a global release is highly probable, though the timing remains uncertain.

Crossovers and Future Content

In the meantime, fans can anticipate exciting collaborations. P5X will feature crossover events with Persona 5 Royal, Persona 4 Golden, and Persona 3 Reload as the game expands.

For further updates on the release of Persona 5: The Phantom X, please refer to our related article (link omitted).