What is Shin Megami Tensei based on?

Digital Devil Story
The series was originally based on Digital Devil Story, a science fiction novel series by Aya Nishitani. The series takes its name from the first book’s subtitle. Most Megami Tensei titles are stand-alone entries with their own stories and characters.

Is Persona still part of SMT?

The Persona series is a spin-off series of the main (Shin) Megami Tensei series of games. While the two series have no direct connection in terms of story, they do share a number of common thematic and mechanical elements, such as the recruitment, summoning, and fusion of demons.

How many SMT spin offs are there?

7 SMT spin-offs series
Technically their are like 7 SMT spin-offs series, Majin Tensei, Last Bible, Devil Summoner, Devil Children, Persona, Digital Devil Saga, and Devil Survivor. All while being the successor to Digital Devil Story Megami Tensei.

What’s the best Megaten game?

15 Best Shin Megami Tensei Games (According To Metacritic)

1. 1 Persona 5 Royal – 95 (PS4)
2. 2 Persona 4 Golden – 93 (PS Vita)
3. 3 Shin Megami Tensei: Persona 3 Portable – 89 (PSP)
4. 4 Shin Megami Tensei: Persona 3 FES – 89 (PS2)
5. 5 Shin Megami Tensei IV: Apocalypse – 84 (3DS)

What is the best mainline SMT game?

Every Shin Megami Tensei Game, Ranked

1. 1 Shin Megami Tensei 3: Nocturne.
2. 2 Shin Megami Tensei 4.
3. 3 Shin Megami Tensei: Strange Journey Redux.
4. 4 Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Survivor 1 & 2.
5. 5 Shin Megami Tensei 4: Apocalypse.
6. 6 Shin Megami Tensei 5.
7. 7 Shin Megami Tensei: if…
8. 8 Shin Megami Tensei.

What does Megami Tensei mean in English?

The Megami Tensei name translates to “rebirth/reincarnation of the goddess”, referring to the fact that the protagonists are reincarnated gods. This would become a recurring theme throughout the series, though it would often play with the role of the reincarnated deities.

Is SMT difficult?

Normal Mode in SMT V is described as fairly challenging while still being the game’s default difficulty setting. Shin Megami Tensei games are known for being harder than the average RPG, so Normal Mode will be a good choice for RPG veterans to try.

Which is better SMT or persona?

Both games can be argued about day and night. Persona 5 is for players that love characters over plot. It has style to spare for days on top of one amazing soundtrack. Shin Megami Tensei 5 is for more hardcore RPG fans that prefer a darker tale but one that doesn’t get in the way of gameplay too often.

What does Chibaku tensei mean?

Chibaku Tensei (地爆天星, literally meaning: Heavenly Body Bursting from the Earth) may refer to: Chibaku Tensei, a Rinnegan technique.

What does Shin mean in SMT?

The third entry in the series was called Shin Megami Tensei and it was released on the Super Famicom. The “Shin” in the title can mean either real or true. The name then becomes “True Rebirth of the Goddess”.

Is Shin Megami like Persona?

While Persona is more social and puts great emphasis on character relationships, Shin Megami Tensei is a more isolated and forlorn experience. Playing the latest Persona games feels like you’re hanging out with buddies. Playing Shin Megami Tensei often makes you feel like a solitary soul even amid company.

Is SMT if in the Persona universe?

Shin Megami Tensei: if… is set in the same continuity as the Persona and Devil Summoner series. According to Persona series director Katsura Hashino, if…

Are any Persona games connected?

The connections between the Persona games are a little twisted, as many of these games are not exactly direct sequels, but they often feature cameos or references to characters or happenings from past games.