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Ryuji Sakamoto Will Always Have Your Back in Persona 5!

Watch Him Carry Out His Vendetta Against Evil Adults in the New Trailer.
Also, Ryuji's Voice Actor Max Mittelman Sits Down to Talk About the Game!

Shujin Academy is home to many high school delinquents, but the most notorious misfit would have to be Persona 5's Ryuji Sakamoto. Ryuji was a promising track star who tragically suffered a career ending injury due to "overtraining" by the sadistic coach Kamoshida. With no future in the sport he loves and experiencing first-hand the evil of "shitty adults," Ryuji becomes a social pariah who rebels against a society he perceives as corrupt.Even though he's the definition of a troublemaker, he has a kind heart and always puts the Phantom Thieves before himself. In short, Ryuji is a true friend that can always be counted on to have your back in a jam. Plus, having a tough guy with a skull mask in your crew is just awesome.

Check out Ryuji as he dishes out some teenage justice in the new trailer below!

• Plus, watch voice actor Max Mittelman talks about playing the hot-blooded Ryuji!

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• Persona 5 is a game about the internal and external conflicts of a group of troubled youth who live dual lives. They have the typically ordinary day-to-day of a Tokyo high-schooler – attending class, after school activities and part-time jobs. But they also undertake fantastical adventures by using otherworldly powers to enter the hearts of people. Their power comes from the Persona, the Jungian concept of the “self;” the game’s heroes realize that society forces people to wear masks to protect their inner vulnerabilities, and by literally ripping off their protective mask and confronting their inner selves do the heroes awaken their inner power, and use it to strive to help those in need. Ultimately, the group of Phantom Thieves seeks to change their day-to-day world to match their perception and see through the masks modern-day society wears.

“Persona 5 will release on Feb. 14 in the Americas and Europe, for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 3. Pre-orders are now available at participating retailers for either version of the game. For more information, please visit the official website, atlus.com/persona5”

FEATURES RECAP

·        Persona 5 is the first numbered title of the award-winning franchise on home consoles since the PS2 generation.

·        Fast-paced Japanese role-playing game mechanics, exciting action sequences, deep and engaging story.

·        Vibrantly stylized characters, enemies, and environments, elegant anime-style cut-scenes.

·        Soundtrack featuring the fresh sounds of acid jazz composed by the legendary composer Shoji Meguro.

·        A standalone story experience that welcomes newcomers and veteran Persona players alike.

PREMIUM AND STEELBOOK EDITION DETAILS 

PS4 SteelBook Launch Edition – PlayStation 4 only (€69.99, £54.99)
Available only to PS4 pre-orders and a limited number of day-one purchases while supplies last
·        SteelBook Edition: The PS4 version will come specially packaged in a metal game case, emblazoned with Persona 5 designs

Take Your Heart Premium Collector’s Edition – PlayStation 4 only (€89.99/£79.99)
The definitive collector’s edition of Persona 5 is exclusive to the PS4 version of the game and includes the following: 

·        Soundtrack: A selection of music from Persona 5 by legendary series composer, Shoji Meguro, in a CD sleeve featuring P5 artwork. 

·        4” / 10 cm plush keychain: Morgana the Phantom Thieves’ cat is not just the mascot of the Phantom Thieves, but also a member -- and also not just a cat! The premium edition includes an exclusive 4”/10 cm plush of Morgana. 

·        64-page hardcover art book: This art book is full of concept sketches, character art, and more by character designer Shigenori Soejima. 

·        SteelBook game case: As strong as a vault, the game disc for the PS4 will come specially packaged in a metal game case, emblazoned with Persona 5 designs. 

·        School bag: Designed after the traditional school bags in Japan, the exclusive replica bag comes complete with the Shujin Academy crest. 

·        Collectible outer box: Easily the largest premium edition in ATLUS’ history, the entirety of the “Take Your Heart” Premium Edition comes in a colossal collectible box.