Sega Considers Global Phantom X Release

SEGA is exploring a global launch for Persona 5: The Phantom X, as revealed in their latest financial report. Let's delve into the details.

SEGA Weighs Global Release for P5X

Will Persona 5: The Phantom X Reach Western Shores?

SEGA's financial report for the fiscal year ending March 2024 indicates that Persona 5: The Phantom X (P5X), the popular gacha spin-off, is being considered for release in both Japan and globally. The report notes the game's initial sales are meeting expectations, and international expansion is currently under review.

Currently in Open Beta, Limited Regions

Licensed by Atlus, Persona 5: The Phantom X initially launched in open beta in China on April 12, 2024, followed by Hong Kong, Macau, South Korea, and Taiwan on April 18. Perfect World Games (South Korea) publishes the game, with development handled by their Chinese subsidiary, Black Wings Game Studio.

Players assume the role of "Wonder," a high school student by day and a Persona-wielding Phantom Thief by night. The story follows Wonder and their team as they tackle societal injustices.

Wonder's initial Persona is Janosik, inspired by Slovakian folklore and embodying a Robin Hood archetype. The Joker (from the main Persona 5 series) and a new character, YUI, join Wonder's crew.

The game retains the series' signature turn-based combat, social simulation, and dungeon crawling elements, but incorporates a gacha system for character acquisition.

New Roguelike Mode: Heart Rail

Popular Persona content creator, Faz, showcased the new Heart Rail roguelike game mode in his gameplay video. This mode shares similarities with *Honkai: Star Rail*'s Simulated Universe, offering power-up choices, varied maps, and stage completion rewards.

SEGA's Strong Performance in the Full Game Market

SEGA reported consistent sales of new titles from their Japanese studios, along with continued sales of previously released games. This includes Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth (1 million units sold globally in its first week), Persona 3 Reload (1 million units in its first week, the fastest for any Atlus title), and Football Manager 2024 (9 million players since its November launch).

SEGA's FY25 Projections and Structural Changes

SEGA announced a restructuring, creating a new "Gaming Business" segment. This reflects their focus on online gaming, aiming to establish a significant presence in the North American online gaming market as a key business pillar. This segment will also encompass SEGA SAMMY CREATION's slot machine operations and PARADISE SEGASAMMY's integrated resort business.

SEGA forecasts increased sales and profits for FY2025, projecting 93 billion Yen (approximately $597 million USD) in revenue for the Full Game segment—a 5.4% increase from FY2024. A new Sonic title is also planned for next year.