#top picks are raidou and dds btw

[shiominato]

ive played V/Vengance and IV, what other smt games should I play and what emulators should I use

I have a couple of suggestions, in which I am unbiased in offering:

If you want to continue with the mainline games, Shin Megami Tensei III: Nocturne on PCSX2

You can play either Maniax - the version with Dante from Devil May Cry, or an english patch of Chronicles which features Raidou from Raidou. That's almost all the difference between the two. You can also play the HD remaster, which has voice acting, but only if you want to buy it. Otherwise emulate the PS2 version - It runs better on emulator, and has a stronger visual presentation.

If you liked the turn-based combat but want to try something slightly different, Digital Devil Saga: Avatar Tuner on PCSX2

If you're a fan of real-time combat, Raidou Kuzunoha vs. the Soulless Army on PCSX2

All of these games have a great story, so whichever you choose you will have a good time.

I also feel obligated to mention Shin Megami Tensei IV: Apocalypse, which you would have to find a 3ds emulator for (since many have been shut down), the alternate-universe canon-non-canon sequel to IV. I haven't finished it myself though, so I can't give it my full recommendation, but the parts I've played have been enjoyable.