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"I think we have to do" Persona 1 and 2 Remakes, says Persona 4 Revival producer
Persona 4 Revival producer Kazuhisa Wada expressed his personal belief that Atlus "has to do" remakes for Persona 1 and Persona 2. While he couldn't confirm any official plans, Wada discussed the challenges of modernizing these older JRPGs to align with the presentation and quality-of-life features seen in titles like Persona 5 Royal.
Persona big boss says 'I think we have to do' remakes of the series most-neglected games
Persona series producer Kazuhisa Wada expressed a personal desire to remake the earlier, less-supported titles Persona 1 and Persona 2. While he cannot confirm if remakes will happen, he believes they are a necessity. Atlus and Sega have recently focused on Persona 3 and Persona 4 remakes and ports, leaving the original PlayStation 1 entries largely untouched.
Persona 4 Revival Trailer Introduces Yukiko Amagi
Atlus has released the fifth character trailer for Persona 4 Revival, focusing on the character Yukiko Amagi. The trailer highlights her role and presence within the game.
As Persona 6 drives hype, Atlus' JRPG series sold another 1 million copies over Sega's last quarter
Atlus' Persona series sold over one million copies during Sega's last financial quarter, contributing to the franchise's overall sales of 30 million units. This surge in sales is likely fueled by anticipation for Persona 6 and the upcoming Persona 4 Revival, with the latter set to release in February 2027.
Forget Steam’s Summer Sale: Here Are Five Must-Play Games You Can Get Even Cheaper
This article highlights five PC games available on sale through Fanatical, suggesting they are better deals than Steam's Summer Sale. Featured titles include Monster Hunter Wilds, Metaphor: ReFantazio, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Nioh 3, and Dynasty Warriors: Origins, with discounts up to 63%.
15 Years Ago, Catherine Had Gaming’s Most Complex Trans Representation
This article examines Catherine's 15th anniversary and its complex, albeit awkward, portrayal of transgender representation in video games. Developed by Atlus, the game explored adult themes and featured a transgender character, Erica, whose representation was influenced by cultural differences between Japan and the West, particularly regarding gender expression and transition.
I am obsessed with The Weeknd's slow descent into Persona-addled madness, including Photoshopping a tattoo of…
Musician The Weeknd has shown an increasing obsession with the Persona video game series, particularly Persona 5 Royal, sharing his journey and even photoshopping tattoos related to the game. He has visited Atlus offices, sparking speculation about a potential contribution to the Persona 6 soundtrack.
Persona teams up with Kura Sushi USA
The Persona gaming series is collaborating with Kura Sushi USA for a limited-time interactive dining experience to celebrate the series' 30th anniversary. This partnership with ATLUS features chibi-style character illustrations from various Persona games.
Evening Reading - July 29, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading covers several gaming industry updates, including a sequel in development for Wuchang: Fallen Feathers and a DLC release for Pokemon Pokopia. Financial reports from Capcom, SK Hynix, Electronic Arts, Facebook, and Microsoft are highlighted, with EA CEO Andrew Wilson's compensation increasing due to Battlefield 6's success. Additionally, Facebook's Reality Labs reported significant losses, while Silent Hill: Townfall is noted for its innovative use of outdated technology. The article also touches on streaming events and new content for Marvel's Spider-Man 2.
After Persona 6 reveal, Sega promises to give Atlus' beloved JRPG series "the lively 30th anniversary…
Sega president Shuji Utsumi has promised a lively 30th anniversary celebration for the Persona series, beginning with the teaser trailer for Persona 6. He expressed confidence that fans will be pleased with the upcoming reveals and events planned for the anniversary year, which also includes "Persona 4 Revival."
"I should have listened properly to Miyazaki": Ex PlayStation boss admits giving FromSoftware "the lowest number possible" for physical copies of Demon's Souls after getting stuck in its "demanding" starting area
Former PlayStation boss Shuhei Yoshida admitted to making a significant mistake with Demon's Souls by underestimating its potential and requesting the lowest possible number of physical copies. This lack of support for FromSoftware's challenging title led Sony to reject signing Dark Souls. Yoshida reflected on his initial difficulty with the game's demanding nature and opaque systems, contrasting it with his later appreciation for the Soulslike genre, even achieving a platinum trophy in Bloodborne.
Persona and Shin Megami Tensei artist isn't using generative AI in his next game following backlash to his last 2…
Persona and Shin Megami Tensei artist Kazuma Kaneko has stated he will not use generative AI in his upcoming game developed at COLOPL, following criticism of his previous title, Tsukuyomi: The Divine Hunter. While that game utilized AI-generated artwork trained on his own illustrations, Kaneko found the process inefficient and the results unsatisfactory, with some art resembling copyrighted works. An offline version of Tsukuyomi for Nintendo Switch removed the AI generation system.
Persona collaboration is apparently coming to Fortnite next season
Rumors suggest that the Persona series will be featured in Fortnite in an upcoming collaboration next season. This news comes from leaker SamLeakss, though Atlus has not yet officially confirmed the partnership.
Acclaimed 2024 PS5 RPG 60% Off on PlayStation Store
The acclaimed 2024 RPG Metaphor: ReFantazio is currently available for 60% off on the PlayStation Store, priced at $27.99 for both PS4 and PS5 versions. Developed by Atlus's Studio Zero and published by Sega, the game is set in a medieval fantasy realm and follows an orphaned boy's journey to lift a curse. The sale runs until July 30, 2026.
With PS3 and Vita digital stores closing, I've unearthed the best physical games to add to your collection before…
Sony is closing the digital storefronts for PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Vita on August 9, 2024, impacting the availability of digital-only games and DLC. This closure is expected to increase the value and scarcity of physical game releases for these platforms. The article highlights several key physical titles across PS3, PS Vita, and PS2 that players should consider acquiring before prices potentially rise significantly.
Persona 4 Revival Trailer Introduces Yosuke Sizzle
Atlus has released the third character trailer for Persona 4 Revival, focusing on the character Yosuke Sizzle. The trailer introduces the character and showcases gameplay elements.
Atlus, you've done it again – new look at Persona 4 Revival's stylish menu UI confirms a complete…
Atlus has revealed new details and screenshots of the user interface for the upcoming JRPG, Persona 4 Revival. The game's menus are being praised for their stylish design, featuring vibrant colors, fluid animations, and striking backgrounds, continuing Atlus' trend of visually impressive UI work seen in titles like Persona 3 Reload and Metaphor: ReFantazio. Persona 4 Revival is scheduled to release on February 18, 2027.
Persona 4 Revival's take on the controversial Yosuke will apparently be "more fitting for the world we live in now"
Persona Team general producer Kazuhisa Wada stated that the character Yosuke Hanamura will be written differently in the upcoming remake, Persona 4 Revival, to be more fitting for modern sensibilities. While the overall story and character actions will remain largely the same, specific changes are being made to Yosuke's dialogue and behavior, particularly concerning his past insensitive remarks.
Persona 4 Revival seemingly features more scenes with Marie, fuelling hopes she'll be integrated better than in Golden: "If they do that, the remake will have fulfilled its purpose"
New footage from Persona 4 Revival featuring Marie has sparked discussion about her potential for better integration into the story compared to Persona 4 Golden. Fans hope the remake will learn from the successful character integration of Kasumi in Persona 5 Royal, believing improved integration of Marie would fulfill the remake's purpose.
Persona 4 Revival promises to be less homophobic than the original game
Atlus is making adjustments to Persona 4 Revival, a remake of the original game, to address its more problematic and homophobic elements, making it more fitting for current societal standards. While the core story and characters remain unchanged, dialogue and certain scenes, particularly those involving the character Yosuke, will be altered. The remake is scheduled for release on February 18, 2027, and will also include new content not present in the original or Persona 4 Golden.
