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Persona 4 Revival's most exciting change is hidden in plain sight
The upcoming Persona 4 Revival is set to incorporate the 'swap out' combat mechanic from Persona 5, allowing players to change party members mid-battle. This feature, previously absent in Persona 3 Reloaded, is seen as a significant improvement beyond visual updates, potentially enhancing strategic depth for the turn-based RPG. Atlus is expected to adapt how this mechanic is unlocked for Persona 4 Revival, which is slated for a February 2027 release.
Persona 4 Revival Broadcast Livestream Will Air Next Week
Atlus will host a Persona 4 Revival Broadcast Livestream on June 18, 2026, to reveal more details about the upcoming remake. The livestream will feature P-Studio Director Kazuhisa Wada and will be available on YouTube. Digital pre-orders for Persona 4 Revival, launching February 18, 2027, on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC are now open.
Summer Game Fest 2026 Nintendo Direct Airs Tomorrow
Nintendo will host a Summer Game Fest Direct presentation on June 9, 2026, at 7am PT/10am ET, showcasing upcoming games for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. The 50-minute presentation will be followed by a Treehouse segment and is expected to feature announcements for titles like Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave and The Duskbloods, as well as third-party reveals.
Don't expect more Persona 6 info until after Persona 4 Revival releases, Atlus lead suggests, who looks forward "to sharing the incredible efforts" going into the JRPG
Atlus director Kazuhisa Wada suggests that more information about Persona 6 will not be revealed until after the release of Persona 4 Revival, which is scheduled for February 18, 2027. The announcement confirmed Persona 6 is in development for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, but provided only a brief teaser trailer.
Switch 2 Absent From Persona 4 And 6 Trailers, And Fans Are Concerned
Fans are concerned as trailers for Persona 4 Revival and the newly revealed Persona 6 do not list Nintendo Switch or the upcoming Switch 2 as target platforms. Despite the games' popularity in Japan and the existing presence of legacy Persona titles on the Switch, neither Atlus nor Sega have confirmed their release for Nintendo's consoles. It is speculated that announcements may come during an upcoming Nintendo Direct or that the games could be released on the Switch 2 at a later date.
Persona 4 Revival Story and Gameplay Blowout Airs Next Week
Atlus has announced a broadcast for next week, June 18th, that will reveal more details about the story, characters, and gameplay systems of the upcoming remake, Persona 4 Revival. The showcase is expected to detail changes to dungeons and combat, including a baton pass system and character-specific super attacks, drawing comparisons to Persona 3 Reload.
Xbox Games Showcase 2026: Every Major Reveal, Trailer and Release Date – Part 2 | Invision Game Community
The Xbox Games Showcase 2026 featured numerous reveals, including the long-awaited Persona 6 from ATLUS and Persona 4 Revival with a February 2027 release date. Other major announcements included Metro 2039, Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember, Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, Valor Mortis, and Vivarium. The showcase also highlighted immediate availability for Where Winds Meet and new content for Age of Empires IV, The Elder Scrolls Online, Fallout 76, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, and Sea of Thieves.
Persona 6 Revealed As Persona 4 Revival Gets Release Date And Game Pass Launch
ATLUS officially unveiled Persona 6 at the Xbox Games Showcase, confirming it will launch Day One on Xbox Game Pass. Additionally, Persona 4 Revival, a full reimagining of the classic RPG, was given a release date of February 18th, 2027, and will also be available Day One on Xbox Game Pass. Both titles are slated for release on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, PlayStation 5, and Steam.
Everything we know about Persona 6 so far
Atlus has officially announced Persona 6, revealing it will be a standalone story with a new cast and a darker tone. The game is confirmed for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, and will be available on Xbox Game Pass from day one. While no release date has been set, it is expected to launch after Persona 4 Revival in early 2027.
Persona 6 Announced
ATLUS has announced Persona 6, the latest entry in the popular RPG series. The game is set to release on PC, Xbox Series, and PlayStation 5, and will also be available on Game Pass. A teaser trailer has been released, and preorders are now open for Xbox.
Atlus Unveils Persona 6 at Summer Game Fest
Atlus has announced Persona 6 is in development with a teaser trailer shown at the Xbox Games Showcase. The game is confirmed for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC, though no further details on setting or story have been revealed. This marks the first new mainline entry in the series since Persona 5 in 2016.
Spyro, Persona 6, and Crazy Taxi: the best trailers of Xbox Games Showcase 2026
The Xbox Games Showcase 2026 featured numerous game trailers, including Spyro: A Realm Beyond, Persona 6, and Crazy Taxi: World Tour. Microsoft highlighted several console exclusives like Gears of War: E-Day, while many other titles such as Fable, Halo: Campaign Evolved, and Persona 4 Revival are also coming to PlayStation 5.
Persona 4 Revival Launches in February 2027
Atlus announced during the Xbox Games Showcase that Persona 4 Revival will launch on February 18, 2027, for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. The remake will feature multiple editions, including a Digital Deluxe, Digital Premium, and a Physical Collector's Edition with various bonuses. A special livestream hosted by Kazuhisa Wada will provide further details on June 18.
All Major Xbox Games Showcase 2026 Announcements
The Xbox Games Showcase 2026 featured numerous game announcements and trailers. Highlights include Spyro the Dragon 4, Fable, Gears of War: E-Day, Persona 6, and DOOM: The Dark Ages Revelations DLC, with many titles slated for 2027 releases across multiple platforms.
Persona 4 Revival avoids Persona 3 Reload's biggest mistake, and I'm so relieved this JRPG looks like a…
Atlus announced that Persona 4 Revival will launch on February 18, including content from Persona 4 Golden, such as the character Marie and her associated story elements. This approach contrasts with Persona 3 Reload, which omitted content from its original versions. The game is confirmed for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, with Persona 6 also revealed to be in development.
The Persona series has sold 30 million copies, and an absurd chunk of that is from Persona 5
Atlus announced that the Persona series has surpassed 30 million copies sold worldwide, coinciding with the series' 30th anniversary. Persona 5 and its various iterations are noted as major contributors to this sales figure. The company also confirmed Persona 6 and revealed Persona 4 Revival, a remake of Persona 4 Golden, set for release on February 18, 2027.
Persona 6 store page tells us more about Atlus' next big JRPG: school setting, new romances, and "a completely…
The store page for Persona 6 reveals details about its school setting, new romance options, and a standalone story with a fresh cast, aiming to be an approachable entry point for newcomers. Atlus emphasizes the return of beloved series elements like daily life simulation and supernatural adventures, while hinting at a darker tone reminiscent of Persona 3.
Sega stuffed generative AI into Crazy Taxi: World Tour, slamming the brakes on all the excitement after a 3-year wait
Sega has confirmed the use of generative AI in the development of Crazy Taxi: World Tour, a title announced after a three-year wait. This disclosure has generated significant backlash from players, who are increasingly rejecting AI-generated content in games, as seen with Larian Studios' recent change of heart regarding its use in Baldur's Gate 3. The Steam page for Crazy Taxi: World Tour includes an AI Generated Content Disclosure, though Sega states it was used as a support tool for developers.
The 5 biggest Xbox Games Showcase 2026 announcements I'll be talking about all week
The Xbox Games Showcase 2026 featured major announcements including Gears of War: E-Day, Fable, Persona 6, and Spyro: A Realm Beyond. The event also revealed release dates for Fable and Persona 4 Revival, and showcased Crazy Taxi: World Tour.
Persona series has sold over 30 million copies
Sega and Atlus announced that the Persona series has surpassed over 30 million copies sold worldwide. To commemorate this sales milestone, new artwork has been released to thank the fans.
