"Persona 5: The Phantom X Playtest Spotted on SteamDB"

Excitement is brewing among fans as Persona 5: The Phantom X (P5X) recently surfaced on SteamDB, sparking rumors and hopes of an imminent international release for this eagerly awaited gacha game. Despite being playable in select regions of Asia since its launch in April of this year, the appearance on SteamDB does not confirm a global launch just yet.

P5X Playtest Listed on October 15, 2024

The SteamDB entry, titled "PERSONA5 THE PHANTOM X Playtest," emerged on October 15, 2024. This page indicates that the playtest has been accessed by a limited number of users, possibly internal testers identified by the username "pwtest." However, the beta version is currently inaccessible, as attempting to access the store page redirects users to Steam’s homepage.

P5X Playtest SteamDB Listing Likely Prepping for JP Release

Currently, P5X is available only in China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, and South Korea, where it has cultivated a dedicated following. The demand for a wider release, especially from Western audiences, remains high. During an offline event in Shanghai on July 12, 2024, Atlus, SEGA, and Perfect World confirmed plans for a broader release. Additionally, SEGA's financial report for the fiscal year ending March 2024 mentioned that "Future expansion in Japan and globally is under consideration." However, the specifics of the timeline remain undisclosed.

While there is optimism for a Western release, it's worth noting that initial announcements made by the developers on Twitter (X) on September 25 and during Tokyo Game Show 2024 were centered on the game's launch in Japan for both mobile platforms and Steam. This suggests that the SteamDB listing may be more indicative of a Japanese release rather than an immediate expansion to Western markets.

SEGA has kept details about the game’s international release close to the chest, leaving uncertainty about when—or if—the game will extend beyond Japan and other Asian regions. Nonetheless, the excitement surrounding the game's Japan-only playtest and its prominent feature at events like Tokyo Game Show 2024 suggests that a global release is more a question of "when" than "if."

In the interim, fans can look forward to Persona 5: The Phantom X's robust lineup of collaborations with other Persona titles, including crossover events with Persona 5 Royal, Persona 4 Golden, and Persona 3 Reload as the game continues to expand.

For more updates on Persona 5: The Phantom X's release, be sure to check out our detailed article below!