Poll: 10 Years Later, Is Persona 5 a True JRPG Masterpiece?
Persona 5 marked its 10th anniversary on September 15, 2026, a full decade since Atlus released the game and fundamentally changed the trajectory of the Persona franchise. The September 2016 launch proved to be a watershed moment for the series, achieving cultural and commercial success that far exceeded initial expectations.
While Persona 3 and Persona 4 had already successfully expanded the franchise beyond its niche origins within the Shin Megami Tensei universe, Persona 5 elevated the series to unprecedented heights. The game transcended its gaming community roots to become a broadly recognized brand that achieved mainstream cultural penetration and influence.
To mark the milestone anniversary, PushSquare posed a critical retrospective question: has Persona 5 earned genuine status as a JRPG masterpiece? The poll invites gaming enthusiasts to reflect on the game’s cultural legacy, lasting impact, and whether its critical acclaim and commercial performance justify its position among the greatest role-playing games ever created.