Tag: Persona
News SEGA Expects 5 Million Sales from 'Flagship' Games Persona 4 Revival and Stranger Than Heaven
A big 2026
SEGA has high sales expectations for both Persona 4 Revival and Stranger Than Heaven, which may seem a little unrealistic depending on your point of view. In its latest business Q&A, the publisher highlighted the two aforementioned titles as "flagship" or "mainstay" releases. These are basically SEGA's heavy hitters for the near future...
News Persona Is Reportedly the Latest Game Series to Be Adapted for TV
Midnight Channel
SEGA's beloved RPG series, Persona, appears to be next in line to be adapted for the small screen. According to a new report from Variety, a live-action TV show based on the franchise is in the works for Netflix. The publication's sources say Christopher Monfette has signed on as the writer and showrunner for the adaptation...
News Persona 4 Revival Gameplay Showcase Covers Combat Changes, New Content, and More
Prime Time
Atlus has showcased a hearty amount of brand new Persona 4 Revival gameplay, covering just about everything that fresh players may want to know. But what about those who have already spend god-knows-how-many-hours playing Persona 4 Golden? Well, the broadcast also sheds some light on things like combat system changes, and reworked...
Rumour Persona 6 Release Is Way Closer Than Most People Think
A huge 2027 for Atlus
When do you think Persona 6 will release? Next year? 2028? Even later than that? It's perhaps difficult to imagine that it's even remotely close, given the game's tiny teaser trailer. But I'm here to offer some hope. A seemingly innocuous post on Tumblr has been picked up by the rabid Persona fanbase, in which a video game...
News Persona 4 Fans Torn Over Remake's Totally New English Voice Cast
Now it's Persona-l
Many a Japanese RPG fan would argue that Persona 4, or more specifically, Persona 4 Golden, has one of the most iconic English dubs in the genre. It features performances that have helped define the characters themselves. Everyone who's played Golden in English knows Troy Baker's Kanji Tatsumi, Yuri Lowenthal's Yosuke Hanamura,...
News Don't Expect Persona 6 News Until P4 Revival Is Out
Wait your turn
As much as we might want to know more about Persona 6 following its teaser trailer yesterday, Atlus has suggested it's going to remain tight-lipped on the project until after Persona 4 Revival releases. P Studio director Kazuhisa Wada says as much in a press release sharing the latest surrounding the Persona series (via GamesRadar
News Persona 4 Revival Story and Gameplay Blowout Airs Next Week
Don't touch that dial
Following on from its big re-reveal over the weekend, Persona 4 Revival will be returning to our screens in the very near future. Atlus has confirmed that a deep dive into the remake's story, characters, and gameplay systems will be broadcast next week, on Thursday the 18th June. For eager fans, this showcase should...
News Persona 6 Details Confirm Japanese School Setting, 'Supernatural Adventure', and 'Bold Story'
Unbreakable bonds are back
Additional details on Persona 6 have emerged via the game's listing on the Xbox store. Which is nice, because the game's teaser trailer basically told us nothing about anything. To be fair, the title's official description doesn't offer up any real surprises, but it does confirm a few things. For starters, Persona 6 is...
News Persona 6 Finally Announced for PS5 with a Surprisingly Dark Reveal
Hope you like logos
Persona 6 is real! But we knew that already. No, what I'm trying to say is that Persona 6 has been officially announced. Finally. It's crazy to think that Persona 5 originally launched almost a full decade ago. But don't get excited just yet; Atlus has given us a logo and not much else. The above teaser trailer sets an...
News Persona 4 Revival Includes P4G Content, Confirms February 2027 Release Date on PS5
Truth story
Persona 4 Revival has finally been given its re-reveal, courtesy of a brand new trailer. As you were probably expecting, this remake very much falls in line with Persona 3 Reload; it's a ground-up re-imagining of a classic, rebuilt using Unreal Engine. The footage is a mix of dialogue scenes and battle, and highlights a few interesting...
News Persona 6 Leaks Removed by SEGA, All But Confirming They're Real
Green with envy
Following on from the Persona 6 concept art leaks of last week, additional leaks that were spreading on social media have apparently been taken down by publisher SEGA. These latest leaks were shared by X (or Twitter) user @TheDkmariolink, and the images were reportedly removed within 48 hours or so, due to a copyright claim. This...
Rumour Persona 6 Protagonist Leaks Catch Fans Off Guard, Reveal Whispers Intensify
Is it finally happening?
After years of rumours, whispers, and fake leaks, we may finally have something on Persona 6. Funnily enough, this is a leak as well — but it's being backed by known insiders over on ResetEra, where you can find the images themselves. Basically, several grainy photographs of concept art have surfaced online. The art...
News Persona 4 Revival Really Could Be Out in the Next 12 Months
Now it's got an age rating in Korea
Evidence of a Persona 4 Revival launch within the next 12 months or so continues to mount, as the RPG remake has an age rating in Korea as of today. Gematsu spotted the update alongside new age ratings for a currently unannounced LEGO Skylines effort from Paradox Interactive and Gears of War: E-Day. The...
Rumour Persona 4 Revival Release Date Narrowed Down to Early 2027
Reach out to the truth
There's a rumour going around that Persona 4 Revival is pretty much locked in for an early 2027 release, and while that seems perfectly feasible given what we know, the reporting surrounding this rumour is shaky at best. This all stems from the most recent financial report of Tose — a Japanese, third-party development...
Rumour Suspicions of Persona 1 and 2 Remasters Grow Stronger as Soundtrack Reappears
Keep dreaming of butterflies
Is Atlus really cooking up some kind of Persona and Persona 2 re-release? Some fans are becoming more and more convinced that it's happening. A couple of weeks back, series enthusiasts — including ourselves — caught on to a new line of merchandise, suspiciously focused on the first two Persona titles. Sold through...
Rumour Persona 1 and 2 Re-Release Hinted at by New Merchandise
Now it's Personal
Oh no, Atlus is doing that thing again where it gets everyone's hopes up with weirdly vague naming conventions! As you probably already know, 2026 marks the 30th anniversary of Persona as a series, with developer Atlus having already teased a number of "updates" that'll be shared throughout the year. The new hope is that one such...
News Persona 6 Reveal Rumours Return, and Mega Xbox Showcase Is the Catalyst
Everyone forgets P4R
With Xbox announcing a big showcase for the summer, it hasn't taken long for the Persona 6 rumours to kick into gear (again). This is, of course, the inevitable Atlus RPG that we've all been waiting on for years; it's actually mad to think that the original Persona 5 first released close to a full decade ago. But the Japanese...
News Persona Anniversary Site Mentions 'Next Chapter for the Series'
Six sells
A single sentence discovered through the official 30th Anniversary website for the Persona series has got fans dreaming of a big announcement. Said sentence reads: "Come celebrate the journey as we usher in the next chapter for the series." Seems like a bit of a tease, doesn't it? But before we get too excited, it should be stressed that...
News Don't Get Your Hopes Up for Persona's First 30th Anniversary Announcement Broadcast
Enjoy your merch
We hope you like merchandise, because that's probably all you're getting from Atlus' first Persona 30th Anniversary livestream. As previously reported, the broadcast will take place on the 8th January, ushering in a year of Persona-related updates and announcements. However, Atlus has now confirmed that said broadcast will feature...
"How we can evolve our JRPG"
It feels like Atlus is at a bit of a crossroads. The longstanding Japanese developer behind hit RPG franchises like Persona, has been relying on the same kind of formula for decades now. Even when it attempts something new — like 2024's excellent Metaphor: ReFantazio — it still falls back on the Persona-style design...
News Persona's First 30th Anniversary Announcement May Not Be All That Hype for PS5 Fans
Steal our heart
As we reported earlier this week, a spate of 30th anniversary announcements for the Persona franchise are due in 2026. But the first of them is unlikely to entice PS5 owners, as we suspect this will be Nintendo exclusive: it’s Fitness Boxing Persona 5. Those of you who follow this franchise will know there have been several...
News Persona 30th Anniversary Website Opens, Teases Multiple Updates for 2026
First update next week
Atlus has unveiled an official website dedicated to the 30th anniversary of its Persona series. Currently, the site is plastered with some fantastic art from Persona character designer Shigenori Soejima, which features the protagonists from each game. It also states that the "Next Update" drops on the 8th January — which...
"We'll give it our all and see it through"
It sounds like 2026 will be a milestone year for Atlus and its uber-popular Persona franchise, which will celebrate its 30th anniversary. Speaking as part of a big feature in Famitsu magazine, creative producer and chief director Kazuhisa Wada teased a big year ahead for the franchise, including plenty of...
News Persona, Metaphor Director Says JRPGs Are on the Brink of a New Era
"JRPG 3.0"
It's a very interesting time for Japanese RPGs — and not just because Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has sparked all sorts of arguments amongst genre enthusiasts. Indeed, it feels like we've been hitting some serious highs with JRPGs of late, with critically acclaimed titles like Metaphor: ReFantazio and Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter...
News Persona 5 Games Won't Stop Selling, Series Tops 13 Million Sales
5 star
Persona 5 as a series — that includes the original game, its expanded re-release Persona 5 Royal, and its multiple spinoffs — has now surpassed 13 million sales. This is according to SEGA's latest business report, which highlights the total in a Persona-specific section. Previously, the publisher had pointed out that the Persona 5...
News Persona 6 Gets an Official Mention in New Atlus Survey
Take your time
The inevitable Persona 6 just got an actual, official mention in a new player survey from developer Atlus. Obviously, the game hasn't been announced yet — it's been very briefly alluded to in past interviews with key Atlus staff, but we've had nothing concrete. Well, up until now, arguably. Having said that, Persona 6 was...
News Switch 2 Port Marks Addition of New Persona 3 Reload Songs on PS5, PS4
Update on 23rd October
Atlus has confirmed that it's adding a selection of Persona 3 and Persona 3 FES tracks to its PS5, PS4 remake Persona 3 Reload tomorrow, 23rd October. The free update coincides with the release of the RPG's port to Nintendo Switch 2, and there'll be eight additional tracks in total, coming to all platforms. The new songs are...
News 'It's Not Just About Adding More': Persona 4 Revival Producer Wants to Get the Remake Right
Golden
As you'd expect, Atlus isn't quite ready to talk about Persona 4 Revival in any real detail just yet — but that hasn't stopped series producer Kazuhisa Wada from commenting the team's approach to such a project. In a fresh interview with Japanese outlet 4Gamer (as translated by Persona Central), the interviewer pushes Wada to say something...
News Massive Atlus Survey Mentions Metaphor Sequel, Yet More Persona Spin-Offs
A Persona Souls-like...?
Every year, prominent Japanese developer Atlus releases a lengthy player survey to collect feedback on its numerous properties, most notably the Persona series. Usually, these surveys offer some kind of insight into the company's plans, and 2025's edition is no different. So, there are a couple of nuggets here. First off,...
News Anticipated PS5 JRPG Remake Persona 4 Revival Finally Available to Wishlist
Everyday's great at your Junes
The PS Store page for JRPG remake Persona 4 Revival has suddenly appeared for wishlisting today. While a release date still hasn’t been confirmed, SEGA mentioned recently that the re-release will launch “in or after” its Fiscal Year 2027 period, which could imply anywhere from 1st April 2026 onwards. The blurb...
News Persona Fans, You Can Pre-Load a New Game in the Franchise Now
The Phantom X nears
If the news of Persona 4 Revival’s release window has you yearning for a new high school JRPG to enjoy, then Perfect World has the, er, perfect answer for you. The catch is that it’s only playable on PC and smartphones for now, although a console conversion has been mooted in the past.
News You Really Will Be Waiting a While to Play Persona 4 Revival
The same goes for Stranger Than Heaven
SEGA has confirmed by way of its latest management presentation that Persona 4 Revival and the new IP from Yakuza team RGG Studio, Stranger Than Heaven, will both release at some point after April 2026. The publisher confirmed the titles will be released "in or after" its fiscal year 2027 period, which runs...
News Atlus Says It's 'Actively Preparing' for the Future of Persona as Revival Gets Rough Reception
Every day's not-so great at your Junes
The next Persona game seems like it’s still a long way away, as P-Studio director Kazuhisa Wada has revealed that his team is “actively preparing for the future development of the Persona series as a studio”. Atlus announced Persona 4 Revival this weekend, the long-rumoured PS5 remake of PS2 classic...
News Persona 4 Remake Announced for PS5
What the fog
It's official: Persona 4 Revival is the long-rumoured remake of Persona 4. Announced during the Xbox Games Showcase, all we've got to go on is a brief reveal trailer that reintroduces the sleepy town of Inaba. There's no sign of a release window yet, so we imagine it'll launch next year at the earliest. The good news, at least, is...
News New Report Pegs Rumoured Persona 4 Remake for Imminent Xbox Showcase
It's happening?
One of the most heavily-rumoured games at the moment is a remake of Persona 4, and a recent report has added fuel to the fire. Website MP1st says the Persona 4 remake is "on the way" and that it's set to be announced during Xbox's big showcase on 8th June 2025. Citing a source "familiar with the situation", the game will be...
News Second Persona 4 Voice Actor Says They're Not in Rumoured Remake
Chie voice actor not coming back either
A remake of JRPG classic Persona 4 appears to be a foregone conclusion at this point, as after months of hints, a voice actor who appeared in the original game has now publicly posted about the project. Yuri Lowenthal, who voiced Yosuke in the game as well as Peter Parker in Marvel's Spider-Man, casually...
News Clair Obscur Director Has Exquisite Taste, Says Nothing Tops Persona 5's Visual Design
The Phantom Thieves strike again
It's no secret that Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 creative director Guillaume Broche is a huge fan of Japanese RPGs — but the Sandfall Interactive CEO has championed one specific title in a new interview. "Persona 5 in particular is what I consider the best game in the world when it comes to UI and combat visuals,"...
News Persona 3 Reload DLC Sales Were 'Substantial', Despite Fan Backlash
Episode Aigis apparently a hit
Persona 3 Reload got a lot of flak last year when Atlus released paid DLC for the remake — content that many fans argued should have been included in the revival to begin with. But those arguments often fall flat in the face of profit. According to comments made during SEGA's most recent investors call (as picked up...
News Gacha Spin-Off Persona 5: The Phantom X Skips PS5 for Worldwide Launch
Mobile and PC only
There’ll be no PS5 version of gacha game spin-off Persona 5: The Phantom X when it launches worldwide next month, on 26th June. While many of the details had already leaked, we were awaiting official information from a livestream, which aired earlier today. However, despite reports last year that a console conversion is in the...
News Persona 5's Most Controversial Spin-Off Launches Worldwide on 26th June
On mobile, anyway
Mobile gacha game Persona 5: The Phantom X was a big deal in parts of Asia for a hot minute last year, and it looks like it’s days away from stealing the wallets of players worldwide. Over on the official Atlus West social media accounts, the company’s started t
News Atlus Drops Surprise Persona 3 Reload PS5, PS4 Demo
Available to download now
A demo for Persona 3 Reload on PS5 and PS4 has been unexpectedly made available on the PS Store by Atlus, allowing prospective buyers to try the JRPG before they potentially buy. You get to experience the "opening months" of the game, and your save data will carry over if you commit to a purchase. The game isn't on sale...
News Persona, SMT, Metaphor Dev Atlus Has Finally Set Up Its Own YouTube Music Channel
All the bangers in one place
Atlus has delivered some utterly iconic video game soundtracks over the last several decades — and so it's always baffled us that its music from properties like Shin Megami Tensei, Persona, and Metaphor isn't more easily accessible. Granted, the company has started putting select albums on streaming platforms in...
News Persona 4 PS5 Remake Hopes Higher Still as Domain Registration Is Noted
Time to Make History
At this point, Atlus remaking the wonderful Persona 4 Golden seems like a matter of when, not if, following the success of Persona 3 Reload and the trail of digital breadcrumbs we've been following in recent months. Now, a new domain has been registered, and it seems history might be about to repeat itself. Noticed by noted...
News Evidence Mounts for Seemingly Inevitable Persona 4 Remake on PS5
Signs of Love
In good news for fans of great games, evidence continues to mount that Atlus is grinding away on the seemingly inevitable Persona 4 remake. Considering the 2024 remake, Persona 3 Reload, was the firm's fastest-selling game to date, we'd believe that what is widely considered the best entry in the series would see similar treatment, and...
News Persona Protagonists Are Invariably High School Boys Due to 'Mental Age'
Which tends to be lower than their contemporaries
Persona is a long-running JRPG series known for its killer combat, heady philosophical musings, and incredible sense of style. Later entries focus on the day-to-day life of a high school student in Japan, whether in the suburbs (Persona 3), a rural town (Persona 4), or the incomparable city of Tokyo...
Opinion The Game Awards' Persona 3 Reload Disrespect Is Crazy
Left in the Dark Hour
The original Persona 3 altered my perspective of what a game could be. When I first played the title as a teenager all those years ago, its outstanding sense of style, iconic soundtrack, and brooding tone made it a truly unique experience. It remains one of my all-time favourites. When Persona 3 Reload released earlier this...
News Persona 3 Reload: Episode Aigis Has a New Boss Fight You'll Never See Coming
Behind the mask
For the most part, Persona 3 Reload: Episode Aigis is going to be a one-to-one remake of the original Persona 3 FES epilogue, but that doesn't mean Atlus can't have fun with optional boss battles. As the DLC's new trailer reveals, you'll be able to test your might against the one and only Joker — Persona 5's daring protagonist. In...
News Persona 3 Reload Dev Says P3P's Female Protagonist 'Likely Never Going to Happen'
Mass Destruction
It was always a slim hope; even then, it would have come with a premium price tag. Still, our dreams of Persona 3 Portable's female protagonist coming to remake Persona 3 Reload have been dashed against cruel, hard reality, seemingly for good. Producer Kazuhisa Wada let us down gently but firmly: "It is likely never going to...
Preview Persona 3 Reload's Episode Aigis Remake Will Still Divide Opinion
Persona-l taste
Recently, we were given early access to a preview build of Persona 3 Reload: Episode Aigis on PC. And if there's one thing that we've learned about the upcoming expansion, it's that, just like Reload itself, this will be another incredibly faithful remake. Those expecting any kind of deviation from the rather divisive original will...
News Meet Metis in Fresh Persona 3 Reload: Episode Aigis Gameplay Trailer
Sister act
Persona 3 Reload is getting its Episode Aigis - The Answer expansion on 10th September, which focuses on everyone's favourite clockwork companion. In a new trailer, Atlus introduces us to Aigis' sister of sorts, Metis, and gives us a glimpse of the kind of dungeon-delving players can expect to undertake. The Answer was first released in...
