Persona fans can get the recently translated Persona 5 Royal art book for its best price yet. Persona 5 + Persona 5 Royal: Official Design Works is on sale for $54.70 (was $75) at Amazon. This is a limited-time deal with limited availability. At the time of writing, 20% of Amazon’s stock has already been claimed by Atlus fans.
$54.70 (was $75) | Limited Time Deal
This is essentially a two-in-one art book, as you’re getting an in-depth look at both Persona 5 and its enhanced and expanded edition, Persona 5 Royal.
Because it covers two games, this recently translated work is bigger than the average video game art book. The 544-page hardcover is filled with artwork from the earliest stages of development to materials used to promote the finished games.
The concept art, sketches, character illustrations, and design drawings are accompanied by commentary from the development team throughout. It also includes an exclusive interview with Persona series artist Shigenori Soejima.
If you’re interested in picking up a book that takes an in-depth look at the art direction of one of the most stylish games in its genre, you probably shouldn’t wait too long. Official Design Works books covering older entries in the Persona and Shin Megami Tensei series have been out of print for years.
If you haven’t played it, Persona 5 tells the story of the Phantom Thieves, high school students who save people from the twisted desires of those around them by awakening the power of their true selves. It’s wonderfully weird stuff, and worth checking out. It’s available on all modern platforms, and since it has been out for a few years, you can usually get a pretty good deal on the incredible RPG that’ll keep you busy for dozens of hours.
If you really want to spoil yourself, you can also check out this collector’s edition for Persona 5 Royal. The 1 More Edition is back in stock for its original $120 retail price for Nintendo Switch.
Persona 5 Royal: 1 More Edition
Persona 5 Royal: Standard Edition
Atlus fans may also want to check out the recently released guidebook for Metaphor: ReFantazio, the studio’s newest IP. Metaphor: ReFantazio’s Official Strategy Guide was published on April 15 and costs $55.
