Shin Megami Tensei 5is finally out after a near decade-long wait for fans. Once again, players will be expected to set out on a journey in a post-apocalyptic Tokyo. Hunting and joining forces with demons brings a darker element to thePokemon-like mechanics.
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TheShin Megami Tenseiseries is known and loved for its difficult but fair gameplay mechanics. Even with the introduction of easier gameplay modes,SMT 5is still very challenging that requires careful thought and strategy to succeed in itsmany difficult boss battles. Thanks toSMT 5’s inclusion of DLC, players are given more choice and options to tweak the difficulty and take on harder quests.
The DLC And What It Unlocks
All DLC will be unlocked if the player has purchased theDeluxe Edition ofShin Megami Tensei 5.This ispriced at $84.99,but all content can also be purchased separately.
Free Day One DLC
As the title suggests this free add-on will allow players to unlock an easy mode. Enemy encounters are easier and players will be able to enjoy the experience without worrying about very difficult encounters.
This feature will unlock the Japanese dub for players that want a more authentic experience.
Mitama Dance Of EXP
The Mitama Dance of EXP will allow the player to earn more experience points by increasing the rate that Ara Mitama and Kushi Mitama will appear.
Mitama Dance Of Wealth
The Mitama Dance of Wealth DLC will allow the player to earn more Macca. It increases the rate thatthe Saki Mitamawill appear. The Saki Mitama drop valuable items upon defeat that can be sold at a merchant.
Mitama Dance Of Miracles
The Mitama Dance of Miracles DLC will increase the rate that the Nigi Mitama will appear. The defeated Nigi willdrop more glorywhen defeated in battle.
The Sub Quest DLC
A Goddess In Training
The DLC sub quest A Goddess in Training will allow players torecruit Megami Artemis.This is a mid-game challenge, so initiate the sub-quest by talking to theBethel Researcher atthe Tokyo Diet Building.
The Rage Of A Queen
The most expensive DLC add-on so far will allow players torecruit Femme Cleopatra. It’s an endgame quest unlocked by initiating a conversation with the Bethel Researcher in the Tokyo Diet Building.
The Doctor’s Last Wish
This endgame DLC will allow players torecruit the Tyrant Mephistoonce the sub quest has been completed. To initiate The Doctor’s Last Wish quest, talk to the Bethel Researcher in the Tokyo Diet Building.
Return Of The Demon
This endgame sub-quest seesthe return ofShin Megami Tensei 3’s Demi-Fiend. Unfortunately, the Demi-Fiend can’t be recruited but he can be challenged to a fight an unlimited number of times.
Even though Demi-Fiend can’t be recruited, nine other demons can be once they are defeated. These demons are:
Once again, all of the above DLC can be purchased individually or as part of the Deluxe Edition.
