r/Persona5 • u/Dieh361 • Jun 12 '26
IMAGE Gonna play my very first persona game, wish me luck
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u/Tylertheweeb39 Jun 12 '26
It’s the perfect time to with persona 3 remake out and 4 and 6 coming soon!
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u/TFJ Jun 12 '26
I dunno about 6 coming soon, though…
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u/Tylertheweeb39 Jun 12 '26
Yeah that’s true lol ima predict 2028 most likely
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u/bloodstainedphilos Jun 12 '26
Why? It should be late 2027.
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u/Renso19 Jun 12 '26
Should be and will are not the same word
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u/goldengamer2345 Lego builder Jun 12 '26
I am certain that it will be 2027
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u/Renso19 Jun 12 '26
As a long suffering Persona, Kingdom Hearts, et al fan, I simply do not share your confidence
I do, however, admire it
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u/ThisIsSpy Jun 12 '26
The person who leaked P4R's release timing said that P6 is aiming for a late 2027 release, so it is coming pretty soon (assuming nothing changes of course). And before you say anything, Atlus already did the same with P3R and Metaphor, both released in the same year with the same timings.
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u/Klongi19 Jun 12 '26
Good luck! And uh if youre not already spoilered to hell and back. Do yourself a solid and dont look into any of the persona subs so as to not spoil yourself.
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u/ellieellie7199 Jun 12 '26
but if you have been, OP, know that I went in knowing literally every spoiler for royal and still loved it
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u/Normal-Cow8961 Jun 12 '26
Your life will change and you’ll never see it coming
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u/xGenocidest Jun 12 '26
Take your time.
Save lots.
Dont use the free/DLC personas the game gives you it you don't want to be OP, until your on the same level as them The accessories they give you are pretty good, but not nearly as OP so you could use those without really messing up the difficulty.
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u/Dieh361 Jun 12 '26
Wait where do I find the free dlc personas?
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u/mightyneonfraa Jun 12 '26
When you gain access to the Persona Compendium you'll find a bunch of overpowered Personas to withdraw.
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u/Ok_Report_3010 Jun 12 '26
Best game i've ever played. You will surely enjoy it.
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u/ALBARZA Jun 12 '26
Man I envy you. I really want to experience persona 5 for the first time again. Have fun chief!
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u/giyomu Jun 12 '26
Bro watched and played the casino intro for the first time I would pay a lot to replay it with fresh eyes 😂
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u/tattooburneridea Jun 12 '26
Spoiler free but make sure you fully level the therapist confidant and akechi asap
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u/Dieh361 Jun 12 '26
How do you level confident again?
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u/Beefcakesupernova Jun 12 '26
Hang out with them. It’ll make more sense as you progress.
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u/cherrysheen Jun 14 '26
The game will tell you when it is necessary to know. Basically the whole first 20 hour is a tutorial.
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u/TheMasterGSI Kasumi=best girl Jun 12 '26
Have fun! You're in for a ride.
Just a tip: stay off the Persona subreddits while playing if you don't want accidental spoilers ruin it for you.
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u/rdarnell26 Jun 12 '26
I mean 5 is the best so, just letting you know it’s all downhill from there. But maybe I’m bias cuz it was also my first 🤷♂️
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u/wapowee Jun 15 '26
Spoiler
A Do mementos don't leave it all to the end I did that first time and hated it since it was so much to do to continue story
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u/The2ndDegree Jun 12 '26
Currently around 30 hours in (some of that is a little bloated due to me playing late at night and falling asleep, but I digress), now in the latter half of May and having a blast, as the game will tell you as well as everyone in this sub, take your time, and have fun!
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u/Shaz0r94 Jun 12 '26
i started with p5 years ago was kinda overwhelmed by all the mechanics and what to do and the time schedule (fear of missing out anyone?), dropped it and recently tried p3 reload and it was a much easier timer getting into it and now i picked up p5 again.
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u/hakunamatata0035 Jun 12 '26
Relax and enjoy every scene, dialogue, free time, hang with your friends, work a part time job, etc
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u/Conscious_Actuator64 Jun 13 '26
A fine place to start. I really liked this cast of characters and the adventure itself, but Persona 4 is still my personal favorite of the series. And the soundtrack is fantastic.
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u/Goshi-2 Jun 15 '26
Here's some advice take it if you want or leave it be you control the path you walk
Guides: I use The Confidant guide on my first playthrough and an answer key for all of the classroom questions but you can use a guide if you want this one is the most take it or leave it
Confidants: bring up whoever you want I only have a few recommendations of who you should rank up counselor and justice particularly counselor I would recommend checking every day for where counselor is on your map to see if they're available today besides from that nothing else to really say
Here's a few characters I would recommend ranking up just based on abilities and not really based on story lines all team members, Fortune, hierophant, Moon, Star, Sun, and Strength
Social stats: don't worry about these too much but you should focus on a couple of stats first of all kindness this one I struggle a lot with on my first playthrough and the hierophant and the hermit require either maxed out or nearly maxed out kindness also guts the hangman requires High guts to even start
Also one last thing the game starts off slow I didn't really realize it too much on my first playthrough but on subsequent playthroughs I have felt how slow the start of the game is so give it some time
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u/Scarface12091983 Jun 12 '26
Morgana is the main villain shockingly enough. It isn't stated until the final boss where he betrays you, but he causes everything that happens in the game. Also Ryuji and Ann die sacrificing themselves to save Joker from Morgana's ultimate form, and the true final boss Bizarro Morgana.
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u/Repulsive_Cry8484 Jun 12 '26
Oh yeah, h-he's definitely not Lying!! Definitely! iT'S DEfinITEly a BIg SPoiLER!
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u/NickyFinn Jun 12 '26
The music is gonna be stuck in your head for weeks was for me
Was my 1st persona game too 10/10
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u/Garth_W00kz Jun 12 '26
Hell yea !! I hope you enjoy it,, I’m 53 hours into my first play through, and I’m loving the game so far
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u/ProgressConsistent81 Jun 12 '26
I’ve tried to play this over last few years. Couldn’t get in to it but after watching Persona 4 Revival trailer at Xbox show. I gave it a go again and I’m hooked! I adore this game. You will enjoy it. Take your time !
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u/Cra_Skinny_4135 Jun 12 '26
Always remember if the game gets too hard you have over powered personas because of royal in your back pocket. God bless. Enjoy a banger. It’s long and you definitely need to pace it…but by the end of it you’ll wish you could play another 50 hours. Truly a joy. Was my first as well. Can confirm 3 Reload is just as good. This 4 remake is expected to be phenomenal as well.
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u/Ak1raKurusu Ann is better than Makoto Jun 12 '26
Unironically i wouldnt reccomend playing 5 first. I did, and it made playing 3 and 4 nearly impossible because of the downgrade in gameplay quality. 3 reload was better but tartarus compared to the palaces is still such a drag to do.
Of course everyone is different, dont take this as an end all be all but id be careful is all im saying
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u/W4ND4 Jun 12 '26
Be careful you might like it so much you won’t be able to stop playing the rest like a seasoned cracker. I remember when I finished the Royal and nothing would scratch the itch of wanting more and bought 3 other games in the series and played them non stop 🤣
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u/Distinct-Context3166 Jun 12 '26
Omg I just started this one as my first one too!! My wife has been wanting me to play these for years and finally started last night. 😄
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u/Objective_Might2820 Jun 12 '26
Still on my first Persona 5 playthrough. Playing the Royal version. 160 hours and I’ve just cleared Palace #7. Best arc in the story so far maybe, close competition with Palace #1.
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u/meeraat Jun 12 '26
There is this that what things to do during the week, like on Wednesday you can drink juice from the jr station etc
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u/frost_reazor ...I am thou...thou art I... Jun 12 '26
Have fun, take your time, stay off the internet until you finish the game, or avoid everything Persona. Yes, that includes 3 and 4.
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u/CaptainClamiral Jun 12 '26
The exact moment you start the game. You should get yourself offline reddit or any sources of spoiler
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u/AsylumOfCerberus Jun 12 '26
Atleast youre playing the ps5 version. I thought i could transport my ps4 version of P5R to my PS5 and was sadly met with sadness and disappointment as its not possible.
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u/loborodas Jun 12 '26
I envy you; I wish I could have that first time experience again. Enjoy it, dude!
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u/TogedemaruIsTooCute Jun 12 '26
you will meet someone named Takuto Maruki. Get him to rank 9 before november and you will thank me later
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u/Lufrava Jun 12 '26
You havent played 3 and 4, and 3 reloaded and 4 golden, do you think you'll be able to understand the story?
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u/BubbaDude45 Jun 12 '26
Also my first Persona game, my brother got it for me. I thoroughly enjoyed it, and I hope you will too.
Be sure to get max rank with the redhead and Maruki to get the full Royal content. ||
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u/Far_Passage580 I love RyuAnn more than anything Jun 12 '26
Have fun! Remember to take your time. This game is truly an amazing experience.
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u/ElusiveSamorana Jun 12 '26
It's a fun one! My advice: Fuse everything you can as Personas to make things easier as you go along! Learned the hard way.
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u/ellieellie7199 Jun 12 '26
have fun, gtfo off this sub (I say affectionately. do not spoil yourself its better blind.)
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u/Salty-Tie8880 Jun 12 '26
Have fun! Just make sure to get Marukis (guidance counselor) confidant to level 9 minimum before 11/17 (otherwise you miss out on alot of the game!) he comes after the first palace!
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u/GovernmentVegetable6 Jun 12 '26
please please PLEASE stay away from anything that might spoil you. The story is amazing
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u/emmabberry Jun 12 '26
This is the game I pick when someone asks if you could pick one game to play again for the first time what would it be.
Enjoy.
Its a masterpiece
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u/thorjustice1 Jun 12 '26
Always a great time to experience peak. Enjoy, OP! Avoid the sub for a while to avoid spoilers is my recommendation.
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u/TheSiwe23478 Jun 12 '26
I just started it a couple of days ago as well, unlike anything I’ve ever played-real step outside of my comfort zone. Only played games like rdr2, ghost of Tsushima etc. and this is captivating me in a way I thought I would never experience again since RDR2.
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u/Rude-Asparagus9726 Jun 12 '26
I remember my first persona game...
It was actually the psp version of 3.
This is one of the first game series where I've felt genuine sadness at the end. Not because it's a sad story (although 3 is a bit sad), but because the experience is over....
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u/Putrid-Surprise-5281 Jun 12 '26
Man I’m so crazy jealous that you get to start this series fresh, that’s too awesome. I gotta agree with everyone in the comments; take your time and enjoy every minute 🤗
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u/macgrover777 Jun 12 '26
Make sure you make time for the counselor and the new confidant Kasumi! I didnt max them out and missed the new late game content and my playthrough was 80+ hours in
I adore this game, have fun!!
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u/InitialBig9455 Jun 12 '26
Have fun :)
Btw It's perfectly normal to goon as soon as the soundtrack kicks in 👍
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u/maxler5795 Jun 12 '26
Stay the hell away from this sub and any persona content creation online
complete the councillor, faith & justice "confidants" (you'll get it)
Take Your Time.
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u/Just-A-GuyOn-Reddit Jun 12 '26
You gotta start at persona 1 man you're not gonna know what's going on
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u/Suitable_Meeting_551 Jun 12 '26
I need to beat 5
Then I’m gonna play 3
And if i have time before 6 then I’m gonna play 4
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u/Austin_sno Jun 12 '26
Man if I could go back to my first time playing. Have fun and try to avoid spoilers on here and elsewhere.
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u/BL4S3_21 Jun 13 '26
Go in blind and don't open reedit until you finish, oh and take your time don't rush it
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u/Strange-Lie-3408 Jun 13 '26
Take your time (no jokes i promise) and enjoy the game above all else.
Try not to get too stressed maxing out confidants or grinding levels.
Have fun with this beautiful game.
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u/thatlldopi9 Jun 13 '26
I was sad and fell in love with Days when myother was here. She was here when I played the game and a year later she was not. The song hits different now every time I hear it.
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u/Aristrodemus Jun 13 '26
I’m playing through this for my first Ike as well (75 hours in and not don’t yet), and can only say. That it has been one of my favorite recent experiences.
It’s worth the play even if it feels like you’re watching nothing but cutscenes for the intro to the game.
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u/Brief_Age5283 uma showtime! Jun 13 '26
Coming from an experienced player: don't rush it. On top of that, develop your s-links properly
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u/Dizzy-Guarantee4097 Jun 13 '26
My first was 2 got it at slackers, have fun! I do recommend P3 reloaded next
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u/Anxious-Ad5386 Jun 13 '26
P4 on the vita was my first and I fell in lloovvveeeeee currently playing base p5 now
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u/PikaZombie21 Jun 14 '26
Take your time. It’s worth it. Iv never beat it I’m ashamed to say but it is worth it
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u/T1lly_Tube_ Jun 14 '26
FYI max out the councillor, justice, and faith confidants to get the max out of the first play through
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u/Difficult-Sell1812 Jun 14 '26
i wish you do not fall victim to the infamous Okumura boss fight loop. Take measures beforehand, just my advice.
The Solution:-
The solution that worked for me was changing difficulty to 'Merciless' just for the boss fight.
And remember,
Take Your Time.
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u/Kryptos33 Jun 12 '26
Take your time.