Exciting news for JRPG fans as Atlus has announced a slight change in the release date for Shin Megami Tensei 5 Vengeance. Originally scheduled for June 21, 2024, the game will now be available on June 14. While the specific reasons for this alteration remain undisclosed, the decision to provide some breathing space between this release and the highly anticipated Elden Ring DLC seems wise.
Elden Ring, known for its ability to overshadow other game releases, is set to launch its new DLC, Shadow of the Erdtree, on June 20, 2024. In the past, titles like Horizon Forbidden West have suffered from launching too close to an Elden Ring release, as fans’ attention was drawn towards the latter. This trend is evident once again with Horizon Forbidden West’s PC version expected to drop on March 21, just a day before the release of Dragon’s Dogma 2, Rise of the Ronin, and Princess Peach: Showtime. This overlapping of release dates raises questions about Sony’s marketing strategies.
For those unfamiliar with Shin Megami Tensei 5 Vengeance, it serves as the ‘definitive’ edition of the 2021 game with the same name. This upgraded version promises an extended storyline featuring new locations, demons, and crucial choices that will impact the fate of all existence. These additions aim to enhance the player’s experience and offer a fresh take on the original title.
The adjustment in Shin Megami Tensei 5 Vengeance’s release date is a strategic move to prevent it from being overshadowed by Elden Ring’s DLC. By spacing out these highly anticipated releases, both games have a better chance to shine in the spotlight and attract dedicated fan bases. As the gaming community eagerly awaits these exciting new titles, only time will tell how they will fare in the competitive landscape of the gaming industry.
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