Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance will have you return to post-apocalyptic Tokyo to relive past events, as well as experience new untold stories! Read on to learn how it plays, what it’s about, and everything else we know so far.

Everything We Know About Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance

Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance Story Plot

As the definitive edition of the original game, Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance will retell the events of the story but have a few additional "untold stories" set in the world. The game features an all-new route and ending in the form of Canon of Vengeance, along with the original game's Canon of Creation route.

Update May 12, 2024 - An Ideal World Trailer

Play as the protagonist, the Nahobino, in a post-apocalyptic Tokyo caught in a war between various demon factions and otherworldly forces inspired by different mythologies. The new storyline introduces a new slew of new characters including a new faction called the Qadištu or "The Goddesses of Vengeance" comprised of Lilith, Eisheth Zenunim, Agrat bat Mahlat, and Naamah. Also, the Nahobino will join forces with Yoko Hiromine, another magic user enshrouded in mystery in relation to the new storyline.

Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance Gameplay

Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance continues the traditional turn-based RPG combat system the series is most known for. It retains the gameplay of the base game, and adds new quality of life improvements. With over 270 Demons including new demons designed by Masayuki Doi, new elements to the demon fusion, field exploration, and combat skills have been added in the game.

Update May 10, 2024 - Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance - Complete Guide

It will have a series of new quality-of-life features that weren't included in the original game! Such features are:
 ● Saving your game anywhere
 ● Streamlined exploration using Magatsu Rails
 ● Auto-battle mode with Ability to Use Magic Skills
 ● Innate Skills or Unique Skills
 ● Group Magatsuhi Skills
 ● Level Cap Unlock
 ● Virtual Trainer or Boss Rush Challenges
 ● Guest Characters
 ● SMT 3's Demi-Fiend joining as a party member
 ● Consecutive Encounters
 ● Additional variants in Demon Conversations
 ● Changes to the "Mercy" conversation
 ● Stat reset items for Nahobino
 ● Dyad Compendium Fusion
 ● Changes to Fusion Accidents
 ● New Da'at: Shinjuku
 ● New Dungeon: Shakan
 ● Respawning Aogami Husks that drop Aogami-type essences
 ● Removal of Abscess Obstructions allowing players to view the full map
 ● Less flying demon encounters
 ● Expanded obtainable range of relics
 ● Height difference indication in map
 ● Additional Quest Navigators and Highlights
 ● First Strike Adjustment where you can still get the advantage after being detected
 ● On/Off function for Miracles
 ● Tutorial Recap
 ● More variety of Sub-Quests and destination indicators for these quests
 ● More moderate damage adjustments regarding level difference
 ● Expansion of Control Options, Graphics, and Animations
 ● Additional UI information in Party and Essence screens
 ● Sorting functionality
 ● Able to receive gifts and learn skills after successful fusions
 ● Comparative Demon Compendium display to compare logged demon
 ● Being able to use Estoma without moon restrictions and consumes Magatsuhi instead of MP
 ● Additional "sky view" during exploration
 ● Added ability to place landmarks to the map
 ● Camera improvements and visibility changes
 ● Usable "Legend" function for the map icons
 ● Minimap rotation
 ● Recommended level indicator for sub-quests
 ● Batch usage of growth items
 ● Better experience items
 ● New Game Plus feature "Godborn" which puts all enemy demons to level 150.
 ● New Nahobino Form

And even more changes, not documented in the Complete Guide video posted above.

New Magatsuhi Skills and Unique Skills

In addition, SMT V: Vengeance introduces new Magatsuhi Skills that certain groups of demons can perform. Also, each Demon now has a Unique Skill that provides additional benefits. With these things in mind, you can customize your party composition to adjust to what skills you need or want to use in battle. An example used in the Complete Guide video about Unique Skills was the synergy between Feng Huang, Moloch, and Surt, and how their passive skills strengthen fire attacks done by the party.

New Demon Haunts

The game also introduces Demon Haunts where you can talk to the demons currently employed in your team. You can converse with them and even gain rewards based on your choices and outcomes that happen throughout the game. Moreover, you can also talk to the human NPCs that will be joining you on your journey about the current events, choices you could've made, and more. There will also be a free camera to get the perfect photo with you and your Demons.

Special Side Quests

Players can now assume control of an individual character and guide the actions of demons, such as Alice and new additions like Nahobeeho, during various quests. These quests focus on non-combat tasks and offer rewards like new skills. Additionally, these demons may become your new Demon Navigator.

Map Exploration

In addition to improved map exploration with quality-of-life enhancements like mini-map upgrades, the game introduces a fast travel feature called Magatsuhi Rails. These rails offer shortcuts to various areas, some of which are only accessible through them. Traversing Da'at is enjoyable, as you are accompanied by a Quest Navigator who leaves a vapor trail to track their movements. Stopping points are marked by a pillar of light from the spot where they are first discovered.

89 New Songs in SMTV: Vengeance

Atlus's official Twitter (X) page announced that 89 new songs were created for Vengeance. Composer Ryota Kozuka stated their goal was to bring the powerfully evocative works of SMTV and Vengeance into the music they were creating.

Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance Trailers

Japanese Announce Trailer - Longer Version

The Japanese version of the announce trailer has more snippets of footage of battle as well as the reveal of Jack Frost-Nahobino.

Announce Trailer - Nintendo Direct 2024

The announce trailer reveals the definitive edition of the beloved 2021 RPG that will feature new content such as storylines, locations, demons, and choices.

Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance Product Information

Title	SHIN MEGAMI TENSEI V: VENGEANCE
Release Date	June 14, 2024
Developer	Atlus
Publisher	Atlus, Sega, Nintendo
Supported Platforms	PC(Steam), PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
Genre	Adventure, RPG, Strategy
Number of Players	1
Rating	Rating Pending
Official Website	Shin Megami Tensei V Vengeance Official Website