is a 24-minute standalone anime special that served as a prologue and promotional tie-in for the Persona 5 video game. Produced by A-1 Pictures , it premiered in Japan on September 3, 2016, just weeks before the game's official Japanese release. Overview & Connection to the Game

The Phantom Thieves—consisting of Joker, Ryuji, Ann, Yusuke, and Morgana—accept the request. They orchestrate a "sting" operation by leaking a fake target: Café Leblanc .

It was designed to give fans a first look at the characters, settings, and battle mechanics—such as Persona summoning—outside of game trailers. Plot Summary

The thieves lure the gang into Leblanc to confront them both in the real world and in Mementos, showcasing their ability to change hearts. Key Characters Persona 5 The Animation The Day Breakers

Unlike the later full-length TV series, The Day Breakers does not retell the game's main plot. Instead, it adapts a specific titled "Phantom Thieves versus Burglary Ring".

The events occur between the second and third main dungeons (Palaces) of the game.