"Another entertaining spin-off that showcases the depth of its source material": Persona 5 Tactica Review
Persona 5 Tactica strikes a balance between XCOM-like tactical gameplay and the cozy social dynamics of P5, resulting in an enjoyable journey.
Persona 5 Tactica poses the question: "What if Persona 5 were an XCOM game?". It's really that simple, as developer P-Studio heavily borrows from the latter series for the latest adventure through the P5 universe. As it turns out, the answer to this question is just as straightforward - it's another outstanding entry in a growing collection of Persona 5 spin-offs and a successful blend of the series' characteristic charming art style and the deep strategy of XCOM-like tactical role-playing games.
Lead the Revolution
Persona 5 Tactica accompanies the Phantom Thieves on their adventure in a new cognitive universe that behaves differently from the Metaverse they are accustomed to. While they can still summon their Personas, they are limited to one each - including Joker - and the universe begins with clear references to the real world as the group quickly finds themselves back at Leblanc Café. For more information on the special gameplay elements, check out Persona 5 Tactica.
Tactical Battles with Fun Nuances
The gameplay mechanics in Persona 5 Tactica are the biggest leap from the original role-playing game to its current iteration, but it doesn't take long to get up to speed. The Phantom Thieves (and friends) deploy small units on maps with enemies in predetermined positions and have the ability to observe the battlefield environment before taking action.
Customize & Adapt
While the customization system is slightly different from Persona 5, it is familiar in the same way that the combat nuances and aesthetics in Persona 5 Tactica are. Players gain access to a skill tree for each character, allowing them to focus on specific strengths they want to have. Want to learn more about these customization options? Then check out our detailed Persona 5 Tactica page.
Final Thoughts & Review
Although the depth and weight of the story from Persona 5 are sorely missed here, Persona 5 Tactica is an enjoyable journey that offers enough charm and strategy to thrive. Ultimately, Persona 5 Tactica is another entertaining spin-off that showcases the depth of its source material.
