How to Achieve the True Ending in Persona 5 Roleplaying Game

Persona 5 is an acclaimed roleplaying game featuring a deep story with multiple possible endings. Achieving the “true” ending requires careful planning and meeting specific requirements throughout the game. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know to get the best conclusion in Persona 5.

Overview of Persona 5

Persona 5 follows the protagonist Joker and the Phantom Thieves as they explore the Metaverse. Their goal is to steal corrupt adults’ “hearts” by defeating their Shadow selves. The game takes place over one in-game year with key deadlines for completing Palaces.

There are multiple endings depending on choices made. The “true” ending leads to an additional semester with new story content.

Requirements for the True Ending

To reach Persona 5’s true ending and unlock the third semester, you must:

  • Max out (rank 9) the Counselor Confidant with Takuto Maruki before November 17
  • Max out (rank 8) the Justice Confidant with Goro Akechi before November 18
  • Reach rank 5 with the Faith Confidant with Kasumi Yoshizawa before December 22
  • Make the correct choices during key story moments

Meeting these requirements will allow you to continue past the original ending and experience the new content.

Maxing Out the Counselor Confidant

The Counselor Confidant automatically becomes available starting May 10. Takuto Maruki will usually be available in the nurse’s office.

Prioritize spending time with Maruki when he is available to max out this Confidant. Having a Persona of the Counselor Arcana when you spend time with him will provide bonus points.

Maxing Out the Justice Confidant

Spending time with Goro Akechi is only available at certain points. Prioritize him when the Confidant is available.

You will also need level 3 Charm and level 4 Knowledge to progress Akechi’s Confidant past rank 6.

Reaching Rank 5 with the Faith Confidant

Interact with Kasumi Yoshizawa when she is available. She will usually be outside the gymnasium.

Raising the Faith Confidant will unlock additional scenes and story content.

Making the Right Choices

There are two key moments where your choices impact which ending occurs:

January 9: The antagonist will ask you to join their side. Choose “I can’t accept this reality” to stay on the path for the true ending.

February 3: The antagonist will again ask you to join them. This time, respond with “We’re stopping [name]!” to remain on track.

As long as you meet the above Confidant requirements and make the right dialogue choices, you will unlock the true ending and third semester content.

Tips for Success

  • Save often, especially before key deadlines and choice moments
  • Focus on increasing your Charm and Knowledge to progress Akechi’s Confidant
  • Carry a Persona matching Confidant Arcanas when spending time with them
  • Follow a walkthrough if you want to maximize relationships and complete all content

Conclusion

Achieving Persona 5’s true ending requires careful planning but provides a longer, more complete experience. Max out the Counselor, Justice, and Faith Confidants, make the right choices during key moments, and you’ll unlock the new third semester content. Just be sure to save often in case you miss anything!

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