Persona 5 Royal
Persona 5 Royal

Understanding the User Interface (UI) — Persona 5 Royal Guide

Understand the Persona 5 Royal UI. Learn to read the Overworld UI, mini-map, and quick action prompts for efficient Phantom Thieves planning.

The UI in Persona 5 Royal is rich with information. Here's a breakdown of key elements you'll encounter:

Overworld UI:

  • Top Left: Date, Weather, Day of Week. Crucial for planning your activities.
  • Top Right: Current Time Slot (Day/Evening). Dictates available activities.
  • Bottom Left: Mini-map. Shows your current location and nearby points of interest.
  • Bottom Right: Quick Action Prompts. Context-sensitive actions like 'Talk' or 'Enter'.

Combat UI:

  • Top Left: Turn Order. Shows who acts next.
  • Character Portraits: Display HP, SP, and status effects.
  • Enemy Portraits: Display HP, status effects, and known weaknesses.
  • Command Menu: Attack, Skill, Item, Guard, Persona, Baton Pass, etc.

Familiarize yourself with these elements to make informed decisions both in and out of combat. The calendar and time slots are particularly important for maximizing your social stats and Confidant ranks.