Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance

Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance
IGN

Critic score: 8

Roboscore: 9

    Pros
  • New separate storyline and quality of life improvements
  • Introduction of new characters and new villainous group
  • More emphasis on human characters and their involvement
  • Dungeon with unique aesthetic and gameplay mechanics
  • Satisfying turn-based combat with elemental affinities and demon negotiation
  • Unforgiving but rewarding combat system
  • New unlockable perks to help in battle
  • Significantly higher resolutions and frame rates in PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S versions
  • Quality of life improvements such as Demon Haunt, bird's eye view, Magatsu Rails, and save anywhere feature
    Cons
  • Vengeance route doesn't bring significant improvements over the original storyline
  • Hard-nosed turn-based combat can be punishing
  • Combat difficulty may lead to unfair wipeouts
  • Some philosophical themes lack meaningful examination
  • Technical performance issues on Nintendo Switch