Shin Megami Tensei V: Revenge, Dark But Exciting World

SUNDABET - Shin Megami Tensei for me is a new game franchise. Many people have played this series since the PS2 console era. Entering the current era, Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance is the latest series that is not completely new. It is an update of the title that was released in 2021.

The addition of the word Vengeance ensures that it gets several updates in terms of content, while the graphics are no different from the version that was launched exclusively on Nintendo Switch. I was initially confused when I started playing it, because the monsters there are all no different from the Persona series. It turns out SMT is very different. Here's the review of Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance.

At the start of the game, we will be faced with two Canon choices: Original or Vengeance version. Selecting Vengeance will activate the latest story, and the narrator will explain in this Canon that chaos will arise due to a forbidden soul.

The first time I saw List with its world feel, it was clear that Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance offered a dark impression and a world full of fear. This may be because the background of the main story tells of the gap between Heaven and Hell or Heaven and Hell, with humans being in the middle of this battle. Fortunately, humans are not alone, led by archangels who consider themselves to be the most righteous, some humans have the ability to face the invasion of demons, led by Qadistu.

Qadistu consists of 4 monsters who have their own missions or agendas, related to forbidden things that have been sealed by the Creator. This forbidden thing is called Knowledge, which holds the secrets and origins of the appearance between Heaven and Hell. From this brief explanation, it can be seen that Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance has a very religious feel. Don't worry too much because throughout the game we will not encounter verses from certain religions. Instead, we will see the figure of an angel or devil with an unnatural, fantasy posture or stature.

The depiction of the world of Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance is quite dark, dominated by dark colors like the sky in one area of ​​Tokyo that is never bright. In the context of SMT, monsters can access the human world easily, plus the feud results from the demons wanting to take as many human souls as possible. Apart from Tokyo, where the main character lives, we will be invited to explore a parallel world which is none other than the main stage of this game.

Each game map uses the first name SUNDA BET Login, and consists of several districts in Tokyo. This parallel world is a picture of the past when there was a big battle. Each Da'at is quite large, free to explore, and some locations are worth visiting later when our level is stronger. One thing that is important about each Da'at is the beautiful views that stretch far and wide and each has its own characteristics. On the other hand, some parts of the Da'at area feel too empty.

While Persona is very mute, the monsters in SMT are more resourceful and have a lot of voice. Some monsters we don't need to conquer, often they just invite interaction or provide side missions. There are a lot of side missions or side quests, and some of them cannot be completed immediately. It's a good idea to take this side quest because it gives a lot of experience points. Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance also allows us to combine monsters to create new variants.

There are some special monsters that are created using three special monsters. How to get this monster is also easy, in every battle we can invite negotiations so we can join. Some monsters in the player's party will also occasionally chat in a safe place called the Demon Haunt, which in turn provides motivation and increases their level status. Combining monsters can also inherit skills according to our choice. It's important to have several familiars with special specializations and elements so that the attacks are very varied.

The battle system in Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance is turn-based, which means you attack alternately. As Nahobino who looks like a superhero, players will have the opportunity to attack more using character status and attack the opponent's weak elements. One special attack called Magatsuhi will provide a buff or significantly increased attack power, and can be used multiple times in one fight. For some people, this may make the game easier.

SUNDABET performs an attack that provides a weakness and critical effect, allowing one additional action, with a maximum of two attacks. One thing to note is that only human party members can use items, for example to heal HP or attack with Gems and Shards. Meanwhile, monsters focus on attacking using skills.

Conclusion

As a new player, I really liked Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance. One of the most striking differences with Persona is that the world is darker and the way humans live in it is harsher. Even so, it is able to provide a cool story, a wide and interesting game world to explore, as well as a fusion system that makes us enthusiastic about opening up the various possibilities for the monsters that are created.