The PlayStation 5 version of CRYSTAR is now available via PlayStation Store in the west for $19.99 / £15.99 / €19.99. It is published by Spike Chunsoft.
A PlayStation 5 version of CRYSTAR was first announced by publisher FuRyu for a February 27, 2025 release in Japan. Prior to today, a western release was not announced.
In Japan, CRYSTAR for PlayStation 5 will be available both physically and digitally. It is currently unclear whether Spike Chunsoft is planning a later physical release for the west, as Spike Chunsoft has yet to announce anything about the PlayStation 5 version at all. (Update 1:00 p.m.: The official announcement is out and does not mention a physical edition.)
Here is an overview of the game, via PlayStation Store:
About
For when I weep, then I am strong.
A girl named Rei and Mirai, her little sister, are dragged into the afterworld of Purgatory. To save her sister, Rei signs a contract with the Demons of Purgatory to fight the monsters infesting their world. Rei and her fellow Executors must face their pasts and confront their tears to overcome the Torments and monsters ahead of them. Will Rei save her sister’s Soul before it’s too late?
Key Features
- Fight Through Your Tears in This Action RPG – Combat the Souls of the dead as you explore the afterworld of Purgatory. Play as four different characters and unlock their memories to learn the truth behind their stories and secrets.
- Power Through Grief – The battle system includes an otherworldly being who fights alongside you. Gather your grief and endure Torments to summon your Guardian!
- Tears Give You Strength – Crying will help you take down monsters and empower your equipment. In CRYSTAR, tears aren’t a sign of weakness, but of strength.
- Over 30 Costume Downloadable Contents Included – The PlayStation 5 version includes over 30 costume downloadable contents! Cute skins like swimsuits, Santa costumes and official comic outfit are included. Some costumes unlock special effects that are advantageous for smoother gameplay, such as purchasing items at a discounted price or changing the appearance rate of the special monsters.