The narrative centers on themes of personal agency, anti-corruption, and mild social issues like workplace harassment and mental health struggles, presented in a neutral, entertainment-focused manner without delving into contemporary progressive activism such as identity politics, systemic oppression narratives, or critiques of traditional norms. Characters are predominantly Japanese with standard gender presentations, including a male protagonist (Nagisa Kamishiro) and heterosexual romance options; no prominent LGBTQ+ representation, pronoun usage, or non-traditional identities drive the plot or character arcs. Crossovers with original Persona 5 cast maintain canonical designs.

Developer involvement from Japanese (ATLUS/SEGA) and Chinese (Black Wings/Perfect World) teams results in conservative censorship of demon designs and outfits for regulatory compliance, rather than Western-style DEI additions. No evidence of consultancy firms like Sweet Baby Inc., activist intent, or forced diversity. Backlash and review bombing stem entirely from gacha mechanics and reward disparities between regions (e.g., Marian event), not ideological content. This purity of focus on fun RPG elements without political intrusions makes it a refreshing continuation of the series' apolitical appeal.