Shin Megami Tensei 5: Vengeance,a widely acclaimed 2024 RPG, finally has a demo available for those who want to sample the game for free. AlthoughSMT 5was originally released on the Switch in 2021, theVengeanceredux brought the game to more platforms with added and overhauled content. As a lengthy story-based game, however, it could still be a big commitment for newcomers.
As announced by developer ATLUS and showcased in a trailer available on theOfficial ATLUS WestYouTube channel,theShin Megami Tensei 5: Vengeancedemo follows in the wake of a free DLC updatefor the game that released on November 4. Progress from the demo will carry over to the full game if players decide to buy the base game and continue the story they started in the demo.
The demo allows players to choose betweenVengeance’s brand-new story titled “Canon of Vengeance” and the originalSMT 5story “Canon of Creation.” It can be accessed on both Steam and the PlayStation store.
SMT V: Vengeance’s Demo Comes 5 Months After Release
The Hit Game Has Been On The Market For A While Now
Originally planned to launch on July 27, 2025,SMT 5: Vengeancewas ultimatelybumped up to August 01, 2025. At the time, a free demo was not available, butit’s now possible to play a significant bit of the game before deciding on a purchase. As for the recent DLC update,SMT 5: Vengeanceadded the new demon Kishin Marici, and fan-selected demon navigators, Hell Biker, Idun, Dionn mac Cumhaill, Mothman, Mara, and Cleopatra, along with the new elite difficulty mode for the virtual trainer.
How To Unlock (& Beat) Secret Boss Satan In Shin Megami Tensei 5: Vengeance
Satan is challenged in your second run of Shin Megmai Tensei 5: Vengeance. You should be at maxed level and have all the strongest demons recruited.
SMT 5: Vengeanceexpands the original game with new areas, demons and demon combat, and improved accessibility options.Vengeancealso differs from the originalSMT 5as a story about the pursuit of vengeance compared with the first game’s focus on creation. When the game was released 5 months ago,Screen Rant gaveSMT 5: Vengeancea 3.5/5, which is “Very Good” by Screen Rant’s review metric, calling the new content a wonderful addition to the SMT series despite a surplus of stiff and repetitive combat.
The Demo Could Introduce New Players To SMT
A Free Way To Try SMT 5 Out Could Entice Players On The Fence
While the demo is now out well afterSMT 5: Vengeancehas been on the market,it will allow those who have been on the fence aboutSMT 5a chance to see for themselves if they want to play it. The game also offers the most modern entry point intoSMT, so this could be the perfect opportunity to dive into the JRPG franchise for the first time.
Importantly, the demo will carry progression into the base game, so new players won’t have to restart the game’s opening chapters. Overall, having access to a demo forShin Megami Tensei 5: Vengeanceis good for both the franchise and those interested in playing it, hopefully serving to further the success of the game.
