Shin Megami Tensei V

Platform(s): Nintendo Switch
Genre: RPG/Action
Publisher: Atlus U.S.A.
Release Date: Nov. 12, 2021

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'Shin Megami Tensei V' Shows Off Launch DLC Content - Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 1, 2021 @ 9:18 a.m. PDT

Shin Megami Tensei V is set in modern Tokyo. Players face a new onslaught of demons in the latest entry from the RPG series.

When a grisly murder scene in modern-day Tokyo blocks our protagonists walk home, an unplanned detour leaves him buried and unconscious. 

He awakens in a new Tokyo, a wasteland ravaged by apocalypse now called Da’at... but before bloodthirsty demons can claim his life, a savior emerges, and they unite to become a mighty being neither human nor demon: a Nahobino. 

With newfound power, the protagonist ventures through Da’at, an enigmatic realm filled with mythical deities and demonic tyrants in constant conflict for survival. Searching for answers, the protagonist must forge his own path in a battle between light and dark to dictate the fate of the world. 

Fight through a demon-infested wasteland using a command-based system, where finding your enemy’s weak points is key to executing powerful combos. Though demons are formidable opponents, some can be worthy allies and recruited via negotiations to fight alongside you in a dying world.

In a conflict between mythical deities and demonic tyrants, you dictate the fate of the world.  How will your destiny unfold?


Shin Megami Tensei V has released information on its DLC content alongside pre-orders for the Digital Deluxe Edition on the Nintendo eShop.

The Digital Deluxe Edition contains additional digital content including character boosts (currency, experience and rare items), three demon subquests (Artemis, Cleopatra, and Mephisto) and the “Return of the True Demon” subquest, in which players will be able to take on the legendary nine Fiends, including the strongest opponent of them all: the Demi-fiend from Shin Megami Tensei III: Nocturne.

Digital Deluxe Edition Pre-order - $84.99:

  • "Mitama Dance of Wealth"
  • "Mitama Dance of EXP"
  • "Mitama Dance of Miracles"
  • "A Goddess in Training"
  • "The Rage of a Queen"
  • "The Doctor's Last Wish"
  • "Return of the True Demon"
  • "Safety Difficulty" (Free DLC at launch!) 
  • "Japanese Voices" (Free DLC at launch!)

The Rage of a Queen ($2.99)

Grants access to the subquest "The Rage of a Queen". In this quest, players will be able to take on "Femme Cleopatra," and even recruit her should they prove victorious.

After progressing to a certain point in the game, talk to the Bethel researcher in the Tokyo Diet Building to begin the subquest. Once completed, you will have the option of fighting Cleopatra as many times as you want. It is recommended that this subquest be attempted near the end of the game.

A Goddess in Training ($4.99)

Grants access to the subquest "A Goddess in Training." In this quest, players will be able to take on "Megami Artemis," and even recruit her should they prove victorious.

After progressing to a certain point in the game, talk to the Bethel researcher in the Tokyo Diet Building to begin the subquest. Once completed, you will have the option of fighting Artemis as many times as you want. It is recommended that this subquest be attempted at least halfway through the game.

Mitama Dance of EXP ($2.99)

Increases the spawn rate of "Kushi Mitama," demons that drop items that give the protagonist EXP, and "Ara Mitama," demons that drop items that give ally demons EXP.

There is still a low chance of Mitama spawning even without this DLC. You can revert the spawn rate mid-game from the Options menu.

Return of the True Demon ($9.99)

Grants access to the subquest "Return of the True Demon". In this quest, players will be able to take on and recruit the legendary nine Fiends: Matador, Hell Biker, White Rider, Red Rider, Black Rider, Pale Rider, Mother Harlot, and Trumpeter. The challenge doesn't stop there, however, for upon defeating the fiends, players will then be able to challenge the strongest opponent of them all: the Demi-fiend.

After progressing to a certain point in the game, you will then be able to begin the subquest when visiting the World of Shadows. The Fiends will make their appearances as you progress through the story.

Once completed, you will not be able to fight the Fiends again, but you will have the option of fighting the Demi-fiend as many times as you want. Note that you cannot recruit the Demi-fiend.

It is recommended that challenging the Fiends be attempted at sometime halfway through the game. Challenging the Demi-fiend is best attempted in the post-game.

Mitama Dance of Wealth ($2.99)

Increases the spawn rate of "Saki Mitama," demons that drop items that can be sold for Macca.

There is still a low chance of Mitama spawning even without this DLC.You can revert the spawn rate mid-game from the Options menu.

Mitama Dance of Miracles ($2.99)

Increases the spawn rate of "Nigi Mitama," demons that drop items that give the protagonist Glory, points needed to learn new Miracles.

There is still a low chance of Mitama spawning even without this DLC. You can revert the spawn rate mid-game from the Options menu.

The Doctor's Last Wish ($2.99)

Grants access to the subquest "The Doctor's Last Wish". In this quest, players will be able to take on "Tyrant Mephisto," and even recruit him should they prove victorious.

After progressing to a certain point in the game, talk to the Bethel researcher in the Tokyo Diet Building to begin the subquest. Once completed, you will have the option of fighting Mephisto as many times as you want. It is recommended that this subquest be attempted near the end of the game.


Key Features 

  • Unfold an allusive story filled with tragic choices, make sacrifices to uphold your ideals as you pursue light or covet darkness to discover your role in the new world 
  • Fight through a demon-infested wasteland with the Press Turn Battle System, pinpoint enemy weaknesses so you can perform consecutive actions but make one mistake and it may be your last 
  • Turn formidable foes into worthy allies by recruiting them via negotiations, then fuse them to create demons customized to fit your playstyle 
  • Explore the expansive world of post-apocalyptic Tokyo, fully rendered in stunning 3D utilizing Unreal Engine 4, a first for the mainline Shin Megami Tensei series

Launch Edition Pre-order ($59.99)

Purchase Shin Megami Tensei V from physical retailers now to receive an exclusive SteelBook while supplies last!

Find out when Shin Megami Tensei V launches exclusively for Nintendo Switch on Nov. 12, 2021.



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