"Persona 5: The Phantom X" Original Event Part 3, First Half Launches with New ★5 Thief Saku Shoubou
Note: the original Japanese article can be found at:
https://www.4gamer.net/games/840/G084066/20251107007/
Editorial Department: Yoi-jima | 2025/11/07 02:06 (UTC)
Sega has released a Ver. 2.4 update for the RPG Persona 5: The Phantom X (available on PC / iOS / Android).
This update introduces the first half of the third original event: “When Fates Collide – Pyramid Arc.” In this crossover story, the Phantom Thieves from Persona 5: The Phantom X meet up with the “Heart’s Thieves” from Persona 5, encountering one another in a location resembling the Palaces seen in Persona 5. Players can enjoy an exciting collaborative storyline. Completing stage missions rewards players with “Coin of Rebellion – Grave,” which can be exchanged at a limited-time exchange shop for items like “Gold Tickets.” The event runs until November 25, 10:59.
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Additionally, a new ★5 Thief named Saku Aoba (Navie) from Persona 5 has joined the game as part of a special “PICKUP Thieves Contract” event, increasing her appearance rate. Her exclusive weapon is the “Magical Mod Note Aoba SP,” obtainable via “Weapon Supply: Silent Smoke.”
Saku Aoba can shift the enemy team’s overall elemental affinity one level in favor of her allies’ attributes. She also applies debuffs like defense reduction and increased damage taken to enemies, while boosting allies’ strength—all enabling massive damage output through strategic manipulation of elemental matchups. As a versatile support character, she excels across any party composition.
A special costume titled “Maid Dress – Aoba” has been added for players who want to battle in unique outfits.
Furthermore, to celebrate the Ver. 2.4 update, a login bonus is currently active: players who log in for seven consecutive days will receive “Platinum Milli Coins” ×7, usable for weapon supplies. Additionally, “Versatile Crystals” are being distributed for use in contracts and other features.
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New ★5 Thief “Saku Aoba” from Persona 5 arrives!
Ver. 2.4 update now live
Sega has released a Ver. 2.4 update for the popular mobile and PC game Persona 5: The Phantom X (P5X). This update features the first half of the third original event with Persona 5, as well as the arrival of new ★5 Thief Saku Aoba (Navie) from Persona 5. Additionally, login bonuses celebrating the update and special gifts tied to official broadcasts are currently available—don’t miss out!
Launching Third Original Event with “Persona 5” – Part One!
The first half of the third original crossover event brings together P5X’s Phantom Thieves and the “Heart’s Thieves” from Persona 5, featuring a brand-new story set in a Palace-like realm. The new arrival, Navie (Saku Aoba), joins the adventure as players explore mysterious new Palaces and complete missions to earn valuable rewards such as “Versatile Crystals,” usable for contracts.
Event Period: Until November 25, 2025 (Tuesday), 10:59
After this period ends, normal event content will resume with limited exceptions.
[Content Overview]
● When Fates Collide – Pyramid Arc
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A completely original story unfolds between P5X and Persona 5. Join Navie and the rest of the Heart’s Thieves as you conquer a new Palace. Complete stage missions before the event ends to receive “Coin of Rebellion – Grave,” redeemable at a limited-time exchange shop for rewards such as “Gold Tickets.”
[Story Synopsis]
As the Phantom Thieves prepare to retrieve Riko and head toward their Mementos exploration, an interference signal suddenly hits Navie’s system… Moments later, they find themselves standing in the middle of a desert. Memories of past strange experiences flood back. The group begins to sense that this reunion with another thief crew from another world is no coincidence.
Then—suddenly—a mysterious scream echoes through the air:
“Hieee! Ooooh help me!”
Rushing toward the sound, they discover an unfamiliar girl in a thief outfit…
Though wary of strangers at first, she instantly places her trust only in Riko, declaring with confidence: “Black-haired long-haired beauty? Definitely on our side.”
● Boss Battle Event!
Defeat powerful bosses based on distortion levels to collect “Call of Joy Medals,” exchangeable for exclusive weapons like the protagonist’s. Once defeated, each level unlocks a “Stamina Mode”, allowing players to challenge with reduced stamina—successful completion rewards them with items such as “Coin of Rebellion – Grave.”
● Saku Aoba Arrives at “Leblanc”!
Saku Aoba appears at the pure tea shop “Leblanc” in Shikinichaya. Completing event missions unlocks rewards.
New ★5 Thief: Saku Aoba Makes Her Debut!
Saku Aoba from Persona 5 has joined the game as a ★5 Thief in a special “PICKUP Thieves Contract,” boosting her appearance rate. Her exclusive ★5 weapon, “Magical Mod Note Aoba SP,” is obtainable via “Weapon Supply: Silent Smoke.”
[PICKUP Thieves Contract – “Perfect Hacker” Now Live!]
Event Period: Until December 6, 2025 (Saturday), 10:59
▼ Featured Thief ★5: Saku Aoba (Code Name: Navie)
Adjusts enemy team’s elemental affinity one level in favor of allies’ attributes. Normal affinity shifts to weak points, and if already at a weakness, damage is further increased.
Additionally applies debuffs such as defense reduction and increased damage taken to enemies.
Capable of weakening foes while strengthening allies and manipulating elemental affinities for explosive damage output—making her an ideal support character in any party setup.
▼ Performance Adjustments for China & Asia Regions
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▼ Official Performance Trailer for Saku Aoba (CV: Eri Ozawa)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K5oSdPz0x8k
▼ Want more detailed info on Saku Aoba? Check out the official broadcast!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LrWMj7BQwDU
“Special Costume” Features Saku Aoba’s Maid Outfit!
The special “Special Costume” collection now includes “Maid Dress – Aoba.” This costume is available for purchase in the shop. To celebrate its debut, a limited-time sale is currently active: from December 6, 2025 (Saturday), 10:59, the required number of “Versatile Crystals” drops from 3,200 to 2,880—offering great savings!
Ver. 2.4 Update Celebration! Login Bonus & Gifts + Official Broadcast “Persona X-Stream ver.2.4” Giveaways
To commemorate the update, a login bonus is active: players who log in for seven consecutive days will receive Platinum Milli Coins ×7, usable during weapon supplies.
Additionally, as part of this celebration, players are receiving Versatile Crystals ×300 for contracts and other uses. As a thank-you gesture for watching the official broadcast “Persona X-Stream ver.2.4,” an extra Versatile Crystals ×300 is being awarded—totaling 600 Versatile Crystals.
Login Bonus Period: Until November 25, 2025 (Tuesday), 10:59
Update Celebration & Broadcast Gift Distribution: Until November 25, 2025 (Tuesday), 10:59