In a news cycle where it isn’t too uncommon to hear of a game being delayed a few weeks, a month or perhaps more, it is very rare to hear that a developer or publisher is keen enough to bring their release date forward. Today’s example of the latter is Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance, which is confirmed to be releasing on the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S on 14 June 2024, originally planned for release on 21 June 2024.
An enhanced version of the originally Nintendo Switch exclusive Shin Megami Tensei V, this latest game will feature the entire main campaign, in addition to a new story path, enhanced visuals, and improvements to the game’s battle system to provide a “smoother and richer RPG set amidst a war between demons and angels”.
Those who have pre-ordered the game need not take any further action, while those keen on pre-purchasing (if you are so inclined) can do so now via select platforms and retailers.
With this news also comes new screenshots and other information for Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance, which can be enjoyed below:
Meet the Characters
Tao Isonogami
Tao is a classmate of the protagonist and a member of the high school lacrosse club. Friendly and caring. She has possessed a strong spiritual sense since when she was young and has been assisting Bethel Japan as their “saint.” She supports the protagonist once he joins Bethel. In combat, Bethel Japan as their “saint”, she specializes in healing and support skills
Yuzuru Atsuta
Yuzuru is a friend of the protagonist. Holding a strong sense of justice, he joins Bethel as a temporary unit to fight demons and protect his sister Miyazu. He gains more power after visiting Da’at with the protagonist, reaffirming his commitment to fight for peace in Tokyo. In battles, he wields the Demon Summoning Program to summon his loyal demon partner Hayataro as his demon partner.
Ichiro Dazai
Ichiro is a classmate of the protagonist. He has a cheerful personality but can often be rather tactless. His grades are poor and often seen as “useless” at school. As he livestreams himself as a hobby, he is dragged to Da’at after a tunnel collapse incident. Bethel recruits him to fight demons, to which he agrees as he believes that it’s for a noble cause. In battles, he uses unique demons such as Aitvaras and Mokoi as his demon partners.
Miyazu Atsuta
Yuzuru’s younger sister and only relative. Shy and physically weak, she is a frequent visitor to the school nurse’s office. She respects her brother and is worried about his involvement in Bethel.
Sahori Itsukishima
Tao’s best friend and a former member of the lacrosse club. A victim of bullying by her teammates, leaving her a vulnerable target for the demon Lahmu
Naamah
One of the four female demons of the Qadištu, also known as the “Mother of Demons”. She is the most sensual and seductive of the four Qadištu, and her beauty is said to charm not only humans, but even Angels and Demons.
Eisheth Zenunim
One of the demons of the Qadištu, who seduces humans and leads them to their demise. In Jewish mythology, she is said to eat the souls of the fallen. Under the guise of salvation, she attacks humans and steals their souls.
Agrat bat Mahlat
A member of the Qadištu, she is also the “Queen of Demons”. Also known as “the demon who dances on the roof” and is said to wander through the air with her chariot and her train of messengers of destruction
Glasya-Labolas
One of the 72 demons of King Solomon’s “Ars Goetia.” His form is that of a dog with griffin-wings. Bloodshed and murder, and can predict the future and make people invisible
New Preview Screenshots
