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Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance

Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance

Become a mighty demigod and battle through a decimated Tokyo in a war between angels and demons. Make new allies along your journey, engage in intense, turn-based combat, recruit hundreds of demons and forge your own path to dictate the fate of all existence.

92%
Very Positive
DeveloperATLUS
PublisherSEGA
Release DateJun 13, 2024
$59.99
Peak Players21.7K
Metacritic90
Controllerfull
PlatformsWindows
Adventure
RPG
AI Review Summary

Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance is a comprehensive overhaul of the original title, praised for its deep turn-based combat, improved narrative, and rewarding difficulty. While it offers a definitive experience for JRPG fans, some players are deterred by the inclusion of Denuvo, expensive DLC practices, and occasional technical issues like save data loss.

Pros

  • Deep and satisfying turn-based combat system with refined fusion and skill mechanics.90%
  • Significant story and character improvements over the original release via the Canon of Vengeance path.80%
  • Highly rewarding difficulty and challenging boss encounters that provide a sense of accomplishment.80%
  • Excellent synth metal soundtrack that perfectly complements the game's atmosphere.70%
  • Addictive demon collection and customization gameplay often compared to a more mature version of Pokemon.70%

Cons

  • Inclusion of Denuvo DRM and the requirement for an internet connection to play.90%
  • Controversial DLC practices, including gameplay-altering 'Mitama' DLCs and locked superbosses.70%
  • High price point may not feel justified for players who already purchased and played the original Switch version.60%
  • Reports of critical technical issues such as significant save data loss during long playthroughs.50%
  • Certain dungeon segments, specifically the castle stratum, can feel tedious or frustratingly designed.40%

Notable Mentions

  • The game is frequently played and reviewed on Steam Deck, making up over 12% of the feedback.
  • The Canon of Vengeance is described as an 'apology letter' that fixes the narrative shortcomings of the original release.
  • The Demi-Fiend boss fight is highlighted as one of the most satisfying challenges in JRPG history.
Confidence: 62%
Based on the 84 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Oct 14, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
903
Peak · last 90 days
1.8K
All-time peak
21.7K

Price

Current price
$59.99
Lowest tracked
$17.99since Dec 5, 2025

Review Sentiment

Last 30 days
88%
All-time positive
92%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews13.1K
Positive: 12.0K (92%)Negative: 1.1K (8%)

13%

Reviews from Steam Deck

0%

Dev Response Rate

67h

Avg Playtime at Review

87%

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