Customer Ratings & Reviews

Excellent entry in the Smt series and one of the bets modern JRPGs.

If you like the Persona series, this game will be right up your alley. Another great entry in a series of RPGs that have been around since the 90s. This may be the best one yet with a deep combat and monster system, fantastic story, and for the switch, amazing graphics. The Premium edition also comes with some nice accessories like a double disc soundtrack, a smallish backpack, artbook/demon guide and steel book. The only negative is that is is a limited edition that is already sold out everywhere so you might be able to find it.

SMT fans rejoice, it's another excellent RPG in the franchise. Currently in the middle of playing this game, but so far, it's a good one. Fans will be familiar with the mechanics and the demon summoning as it makes a return in this game. It wouldn't really be a SMT game without it, really. Press turn system, demon fusion & miracles (aka the app system from SMT4 & SMT4: Apocalypse). It's all there. What seems to be new (to me, at least) is that there is more emphasis on exploration as it gives more of that open-world feel (especially when you first met your navigator). In addition, you mostly engage enemies on your terms, not by random battles. Graphics are beautiful, but the FPS does seem to fluctuate. Still definitely tolerable though, in my opinion. However, after playing quite a bit, I just seemed to forget about it and was more focused on the game itself. Music is pretty good ranging from sort of ambience-like to jazz rock fusion mix. A lot of quality of life features like auto-heal, fast travel, return to save point from wherever you are, one-stop shop, etc. I feel like this is a good starting point for those new to SMT. The game does feel easier than other SMT games I've played (I played SMT3 Nocturne, SMT4, and SMT4: Apocalypse), but maybe it gets harder late game. If you like RPGs that is loosely similar to Pokemon games, then you'll probably like this one. Less emphasis on collecting monsters, and more emphasis on party-building. Give it a try, you won't be disappointed.

Shin Megami Tensei V (Nintendo Switch) What an incredible experience. This is the first time I actually get a game on release day and play through it exclusively until done. A massive upgrade from the previous entries. Great story, pretty good characters (kinda 2D unfortunately), incredible selection of demons/gods/angels to collect/fuse. Graphics were almost unbelievable for a switch game, to see how far the series has gone, game looks absolutely gorgeous. Even in handheld the game performed excellent and still looked phenomenal, definately worth the wait (game was announced back in 2017!) However with all the improvements, i wish they wouldve kept some of the mechanics from SMT 3/4, demon fusion skill selection shouldve been kept. and they kind of watered down the alignment paths to the point that you get to select the path you want to follow at the end of the game instead of having your actions actually affect the outcome of the game. All in all, i give this a 9/10, one of my favorite in the Switch for sure, definately recommend! I bought the steel book version on release day, then i bought a second copy to give to my brother for christmas, and i was lucky enough to get a hold of the premium edition through Bestbuy about 2 weeks ago (Dec 11).

I can't help but express the sense of scale this game gives already. Areas are really fleshed out. The combat system is vastly improved upon compared to past games in the series as well, with the key difference of course being the Nahobino's abilities and the Realm of Shadows; which really adds an extra level of strategy that keeps battles fresh. If you're looking for a dungeon crawler that gives a challenge from the start, this is the one for you. No awkward difficulty scaling like I've had with some other RPGs I have played. The dub so far is really solid as well, and the music is phenomenal. Atlus did a great job on it. Graphics-wise as far as switch games go, this is the best I've seen. Physical game aside, the Collector's Edition's extras were worth for me. Everything from the sling bag to the Demon Compendium book is of exceptional quality. I was surprised that the 2 disc sountrack actually comes in its own plastic case the size of the steelbook case itself; as opposed to the smaller square plastic cases that are the usual standard.

I’ve been waiting patiently since 2017 for this game and wow it truly delivers!!! This adds to the library of games that justify buying a Nintendo Switch but understand its not for everyone and doesnt hold your hand but when you understand the battle mechanics thats where the magic sinks in. This premium edition has a special gloss sturdy box with amazing designs, an awesome carry bag, 2 disc sound track and the steel book edition of the game…if it doesnt interest you then thats fine but to an Atlus faithful this is what ive been waiting for and wished they wouldve done with Nocturne HD remaster. If your lucky and find this edition I say get it!

FINALLY SMT5 came to Switches and NA on the same date as Jpn. Good: -The gameplay and battle mechanics are top notch and the most refined version in the series - Demon models and unique animations for all 300+ demons in unreal engine 5 - Interested story for the majority of the game (at least at the start) - Good post game content - Great collectables in the Premium edition Bad: - Relying on dampening items (look it up) to get through Hard mode boss encounters - Unique skills cannot be transferred to demons to the MC - Story falls flat later on

This game has very little story but I found fun in running around the world and exploring. This edition doesn't come with a normal case but it does come with a steel book and a cover that makes it look like a normal case. The hardcover book is very beautifully made and the soundtrack CDs are enjoyable to listen to. I have used the bag for outings for a year since I received this and it is quite durable. Would recommend!

Shin Megami Tensei, that is all you have to read to know that this was going to be a great game, and it was, takes over 100 hours to finish, this might just be the longest game ever created, if you have played Shin Megami Tensei games before you know they are hard and unforgiving, the random enemy battles are easy, its the boss fights that are hard, if you are a RPG fan like me, this game is worth it especially if you can get the Premium Edition.

One of my favorite Switch games! The game itself is very good and I enjoyed it quite a lot. The combat definitely mixes things up if you’re a traditional RPG fan. It’s not exactly for everyone so I would look into it deeper online to see if the themes, story (it is brief or just very minimal compared to most RPGs) and combat difficulty is something you would enjoy or like to try. I’d say definitely worth a shot just be open to something new or different if you’ve never played an SMT game before and have only played traditional RPGs like final fantasy or dragon quest for example.

Yet another amazing entry into the Megami Ten game series. I would put this one above 3, but about on par with 4. You can easily spend 200 hours trying to hunt down, and get all of the different demons on your side in the original "Gotta Catch'em All" game (it predates Pokemon by almost 10 years). Plenty of game play, and new interesting ideas presented to make you continue wanting to see more of the story.

Yet another excellent title in the Shin Megami Tensei franchise. The tone of the story is very serious, even more so than the previous smt games. The gameplay is the star of this game. It is fun and rewarding experience.

I am so happy that we get to have this on the nintendo switch. One of the best series of jrpgs ever. This new game does not dissapoint, Atlus at is best

Great buy, loved the game 100% very challenging and just what I wanted, also all The extra goodies in the premium edition is worth it

This is a great addition to the smt series, definitely pushes the switch.

This is a great addition to the series! It has more freedom of choice than the previous titles and it looks great!

The Shin megami tensei series returns and makes a worthy come back exclusive for the Nintendo Switch !

Very detailed and perfect collectors item in this special edition, plus one of the best jrpgs of the decade.

Great game lots of fun if you don't mind grinding game is hard recommend playing on easy if you actually want to finish the game or if your welling to spend time learning the game play

The music soundtrack alone is awesome. There has been good improvements from previous games from this series. I like the battle animation and system. The story is meh.