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Persona 30th Anniversary Jazz Album Vinyl Soundtrack Gets iam8bit Exclusive Blue Butterfly Edition
iam8bit and ATLUS have announced a new vinyl soundtrack for the Persona series, celebrating its 30th anniversary with jazz arrangements. The 'Blue Butterfly Edition' features Blue Butterfly vinyl and new artwork by Mark Borgions, with pre-orders opening June 8 and shipments expected in Q4 2026. A standard black vinyl edition and a translucent purple variant will also be available.
Persona 30th Anniversary Jazz Album Getting a Vinyl Release
The Persona 30th Anniversary Jazz Album, featuring jazz arrangements of music from across the Persona series, is receiving a physical vinyl release in Q4 2026. Two cosmetic variants, a standard 180 Gram black vinyl and an iam8bit teal version, will be available for $31.99 each, with pre-orders open until June 8, 2026.
Humble Choice for May 2026 has Diablo IV, Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance and more
Humble Choice for May 2026 will feature Diablo IV, Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance, and several other titles available for subscribers to claim. The monthly bundle service allows users to keep all included games permanently. The lineup also includes Crysis 3 Remastered, Heroes of Hammerwatch II, Nordhold, Rogue Waters, Cubic Odyssey, and Mini Settlers.
Get Diablo IV, Shin Megami Tensei V, and 6 More PC Games in Humble Choice May 2026
The May 2026 Humble Choice bundle will feature Diablo IV and Shin Megami Tensei V among other PC titles, offering over $280 in value. This subscription service provides a curated selection of games each month.
This month's Humble Choice is offering one of the best turnbased sicko RPGs of the century for an all time low $15—plus you get 8 other games including Diablo 4
This month's Humble Choice bundle features Shin Megami Tensei 5: Vengeance as its headliner, alongside Diablo 4 and seven other games for $15. The article highlights SMT 5: Vengeance as a standout turn-based JRPG with strong vibes and engaging combat, recommending it for PC and Steam Deck players. Other notable games in the bundle include Crysis 3 Remastered and Heroes of Hammerwatch 2.
See Persona Super Live 2015 in Nippon Budokan Night of the Phantom Concert
Atlus has made the Persona Super Live 2015 concert, held at Nippon Budokan, available worldwide on YouTube. The concert primarily featured music from Persona 3 and Persona 4, along with their spin-offs, and included a trailer for Persona 5. This release follows a previous concert release from 2013 and is part of a series of planned concert recordings.
Rumour: Persona 4 Revival Release Date Narrowed Down to Early 2027
A rumor suggests that Persona 4 Revival is targeting an early 2027 release, based on financial reports from developer Tose and a supposed leak of merchandise. Tose's 'Project C' is reportedly in its final phase, with a potential launch window aligning with the rumored release date. The game is expected to be revealed soon, possibly at the upcoming Xbox Games Showcase.
Persona 4 Revival due to be completed end of August and release early 2027
Tose, a third-party studio, is co-developing Persona 4 Revival with Atlus and expects to complete its development by August 31st. The game is projected for a late 2026 or early 2027 release, with a Funko Pop marketing campaign also suggesting an early 2027 launch. Atlus has also updated the trademark for Persona 4 Revival and is surveying fans about future Persona titles.
The Weeknd Just Fumbled Persona 5 Royal's Hottest Love Interest
Musician Abel Tesfaye, also known as The Weeknd, has publicly lamented missing the opportunity to romance the character Tae Takemi in Persona 5 Royal. Despite being over 90 hours into the game, Tesfaye realized he failed to select the romance option during Takemi's Rank 9 event, preventing a relationship from forming. This has led to widespread fan reactions and memes online, with Atlus developers even acknowledging Tesfaye's gaming endeavors.
Persona Music Fes 2013 Concert Now on YouTube
Atlus has made the Persona Music Fes 2013 concert available to watch worldwide on YouTube for free. The nearly two-and-a-half-hour performance primarily features music from Persona 4 and its spin-offs, with original performers like Lotus Juice and Shihoko Hirata appearing. This is the first of three concert performances being released online, with Persona Super Live 2015 and Persona Super Live P-Sound Bomb 2017 to follow.
Persona Music FES 2013 Nippon Budokan Concert VOD Now Available on YouTube
Atlus has made the Persona Music FES 2013 concert, held at Nippon Budokan, available on YouTube. The VOD features live performances of tracks from the Persona series. Additionally, Persona 4 is confirmed for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Steam with Game Pass support, while Persona 4 Golden is available on multiple platforms.
Best PC Game Pass Games in the Philippines (Updated April 2026) — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
This guide highlights notable games available on PC Game Pass in the Philippines as of April 2026, including titles like Kingdom Come: Deliverance, The Alters, and Wasteland 3. It also lists games departing the service on April 30, 2026, and discusses the value proposition of the subscription service for Filipino gamers.
Games Inbox: Is buying a video game day one a good idea?
Readers discuss the merits of buying games on day one, weighing instant access and being part of the conversation against the potential for lower prices and sales later. The article also touches on Sony's controversial PS5 DRM policy, the impact of studio closures on franchises like XCOM, and speculation about future game releases and company strategies.
Xenosaga: Pied Piper Switch Release Date Set
G-Mode has announced that Xenosaga: Pied Piper will be released on Nintendo Switch on April 30, 2026. This port of the 2004 mobile game, which stars Ziggy a century before Xenosaga Episode I, will also be available on PC via Steam. G-Mode has also released ports of Armored Core Mobile 3 and Digital Devil Saga: Avatar Tuner – A’s Test Server.
Raidou vs Shin Megami Tensei V Vengeance Live Concert and Pop-Up Stores Announced
Atlus has announced a special live concert featuring music from Raidou Remastered and Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance, scheduled for August 23, 2026, in Yokohama, with a Taipei date to follow. Additionally, pop-up stores celebrating the Raidou series will open in Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka starting June 13, offering exclusive merchandise.
RAIDOU vs. Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance Special Live concert announced
ATLUS has announced a special live concert titled "RAIDOU vs. Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance Special Live." Further details about the event are expected soon.
4.0 Persona 5: The Phantom X Update Arrives This Week
Atlus announced that the 4.0 update for Persona 5: The Phantom X will launch on April 30, 2026, introducing new characters Manaka Nagao and Shoki Ikenami. The update will also continue the game's story and feature a new opening cinematic with the song "Show Stealer" sung by Lyn Inaizumi. Details about the update, including new characters and story chapters, will be revealed during a Persona X-Stream presentation.
Chrono Trigger Chrono and Marle Form-ism Figures Set for September
Square Enix has announced a Japanese release date of September 16, 2026, for their Chrono Trigger Form-ism figures featuring Chrono and Marle. These static figures, standing approximately six and a half inches tall, will cost 8,800 yen in Japan and are expected to be available worldwide later. The article also mentions similar figures released for Kingdom Hearts, NieR, and Atlus titles.
Best 3DS Games Of All Time
This article ranks the top 20 games released for the Nintendo 3DS, highlighting titles that utilized the console's unique features like its dual screens and glasses-free 3D. The list includes exclusives such as Pokemon X and Y, Persona Q2, and Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate, alongside acclaimed remasters like The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D and Majora's Mask 3D. The Nintendo 3DS, a successor to the DS, sold over 75 million units and offered backward compatibility with its predecessor.
The 28 Best Nintendo DS Games Of All Time
This article ranks the 25 best games released for the Nintendo DS, highlighting titles that leveraged the handheld's unique dual-screen and touchscreen capabilities. The list includes a variety of genres, from RPGs like Radiant Historia and Pokemon HeartGold/SoulSilver to unique experiences like Hotel Dusk: Room 215 and Elite Beat Agents, showcasing the DS's impact on handheld gaming.
