Persona 5 is one of the most acclaimed JRPGS and, with the addition of Persona 5 Royal, is now available on almost everyone platform. Those able to play the game for the first time or those who played Persona 5 may wonder if the two are the same or if there are any differences between Persona 5 and Persona 5 Royal.
Are Persona 5 and Persona 5 Royal the same?
While Persona 5 and Persona 5 Royal are the same game, there are some enhanced features in Persona 5 Royal. The story remains largely the same, but new time-saving and quality improvements make Persona 5 Royal the superior version. Here are all the new features in Persona 5 Royal compared to Persona 5.
New Features in Persona 5 Royal
Persona 5 Royal is an enhanced version of Persona 5. There have been numerous quality-of-life upgrades for exploring, combat, graphics, settings, and more. If you have to choose between Persona 5 and Persona 5 Royal as a first-time player, we recommend going with Persona 5 Royal for the best experience. Additionally, those who have already played Persona 5 can enjoy a second playthrough, as the numerous changes and additions easily warrant a second playthrough.
- Dash into weak enemies to auto-defeat them. New character Kasumi Yoshizawa (Violet) A new epilogue chapter. Overhaul of Akechi’s social feature. New location Kichijoji. New school semester. New Thieves Den. New confidants. Additional confidant social scenes. New palace game. New “True” ending. New story events. New cutscenes. New mini-games. New Personas and third forms. New events (holiday and character scenes). New enemies. New weapons. New armor. New accessories. New items.
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