Persona 3 Portable
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Persona 30th Anniversary Goods Include Wafers and Bkub ArtAtlus is celebrating the Persona series' 30th anniversary in 2026 with a variety of merchandise, including collaborations with artist Bkub Okawa and wafers produced by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Pre-orders for some items are available until June 10, 2026, with domestic shipping in Japan to follow in July. The anniversary officially falls on September 20, 2026, marking 30 years since the original Persona's release on PlayStation.
[Let’s Talk] Are you sold on Star Fox for Nintendo Switch 2?Nintendo unexpectedly announced a remake of Star Fox 64 for the Nintendo Switch 2, scheduled for release on June 25, 2026. The remake features updated graphics, new cutscenes, and a 4-vs-4 multiplayer Battle Mode. The article prompts readers to share their thoughts on the announcement and whether they plan to purchase the game.
The Best JRPGs You Can Play on Handheld Devices (2026 Guide)This guide explores why JRPGs are perfectly suited for handheld devices, highlighting the pacing, progression, and flexibility that make them ideal for portable play. It details the best platforms for playing JRPGs in 2026, including the Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck, classic handhelds like the PSP and PS Vita, retro handhelds, and mobile devices, while also recommending specific titles for each.
See Persona Super Live 2015 in Nippon Budokan Night of the Phantom ConcertAtlus 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.
Persona Music Fes 2013 Concert Now on YouTubeAtlus 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.
10 Best Xbox RPGs to play in 2026This article ranks the 10 best RPGs available on Xbox Series X, highlighting titles like Fable Anniversary, Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty, and Baldur's Gate 3. It covers a range of RPG subgenres and emphasizes games with strong storytelling and engaging gameplay.
Lotus Juice is Coming to MAGWest 2026Japanese rapper and composer Lotus Juice, known for his work on the Persona series soundtracks, is confirmed to appear at MAGWest 2026. The event, a West Coast spin-off of MAGFest, will take place from August 14th to 16th in San Jose, California. Attendees can use a discount code for badge purchases.
Atlus removes Origins and Duality from Persona 1 and Persona 2 merch after fans start to noticeAtlus has removed the terms "Origins" and "Duality" from merchandise for Persona 1 and Persona 2, respectively, after fans noticed these names were not previously associated with the games. This action has fueled speculation online about potential remakes using these new titles. The article also briefly mentions upcoming remasters of Persona 3 Portable and Persona 4 Golden, and a leak regarding Persona 6's multiplatform release.
Japanese gamers reveal the top 10 JRPGs that make them cry the mostA survey of 4,700 Japanese gamers revealed the top 10 JRPGs most likely to evoke tears, with Final Fantasy 10 topping the list. The ranking predominantly features games from the 2000s, including titles like Crisis Core: Final Fantasy 7, Persona 3, and several other Final Fantasy entries, highlighting the series' enduring emotional impact.
High Times Interview at PAX East 2026Yang Yang Entertainment's Lead Designer Carlos Valdez discusses their visual novel High Times, which features a donut-making simulation and characters inspired by modern archetypes and ex-partners. The game is set to release on PC via Steam and Nintendo Switch in Spring. Valdez also revealed their next project, Spirit Rancher, a farming sim where players farm spirits, and expressed interest in creating JRPGs in the vein of Persona.
Metaphor: ReFantazio Is Promising, But Still Missing Its Own IdentityMetaphor: ReFantazio, marketed as a spiritual successor to the Persona series, offers polished mechanics and impressive visuals but struggles to establish its own distinct identity. While combat and the job system are strong points, the narrative and character development often feel recycled, leading to a sense of déjà vu for fans of the genre. Despite critical praise, the game may feel more like a step sideways than a leap forward for JRPGs.
Make some space on the shelf – Persona Funko Pops revealed for 30th anniversaryFunko has revealed a new line of Pop figures celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Persona series. The collection spans Persona 3 through Persona 5, featuring protagonists from each game, including both male and female protagonists for Persona 3, as well as Igor. These figures are priced at $14.99 and are available for pre-order.
Need something news for the desk in your game room – how about a new Persona Funko Pop?Funko has announced a new line of five collectible figures celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Persona series, featuring characters from Persona 3, Persona 4, and Persona 5. The figures, including protagonists from Persona 3 and Persona 5's Joker, are available for pre-order at $14.99 each on the Funko website.
Rumour: Persona 1 and 2 Re-Release Hinted at by New MerchandiseNew merchandise for the Persona series' 30th anniversary has surfaced, featuring naming conventions like 'Persona 1 Origins' and 'Persona 2 Duality'. This has led to speculation that Atlus may be planning re-releases, remasters, or remakes of the original Persona and Persona 2 games, as these specific subtitles have not been used before.
I'm staring at "Persona 1 Origins" and "Persona 2 Duality" merch from Atlus and willing myself to believe that the OG PS1 JRPGs are finally making a comebackAtlus announced new merchandise for the original Persona and Persona 2 games, using the branding "Persona 1 Origins" and "Persona 2 Duality." While this initially led to speculation about modern re-releases, it was confirmed to be merchandise only. The article discusses the possibility of future remakes or remasters for these classic JRPGs, given the trend of other Persona titles receiving modern versions.
SEGA / Atlus hosting new Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch sale with Shinobi: Art of Vengeance, Yakuza, and more at new low pricesSEGA and Atlus are hosting a digital sale on the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, featuring significant discounts on titles like Shinobi: Art of Vengeance, Yakuza Kiwami 2, and Persona 3 Reload. The sale includes a wide array of games from SEGA's catalog, with prices reduced to new lows until April 13, 2026.
Persona 3 Reload fans are redoing every cutscene in this huge JRPG to add forgotten Portable female MC Kotone – the first scene was just released, and it looks incredibleA fan project has released the first redone cutscene for Persona 3 Reload, featuring Kotone, the female protagonist from Persona 3 Portable. This modding effort aims to recreate all cutscenes with Kotone, who was omitted from the modern remake. The project highlights the dedication of Persona fans and the desire for a more complete representation of the character.- Persona 30th Anniversary POP! Vinyl Collection Funko! Pop Collection Pre-Orders LiveFunko has released pre-orders for a new collection of Persona 30th Anniversary Funko Pop! vinyl figures. The collection includes figures based on protagonists from Persona 3, Persona 4, and Persona 5, as well as the character Igor. The article also briefly mentions other unrelated gaming news including the release of Last Man Sitting and Animalkind, and the announcement of an A-Rank Party game.
Persona Funko Pop Figures Include Protagonists and IgorAtlus and Funko have announced new Funko Pop figures featuring protagonists from Persona 3, Persona 4, and Persona 5, as well as Igor. These figures, priced at $14.99, are part of the 30th anniversary celebration for the Persona series and are set to release on June 7, 2026. Some figures will be exclusive to Funko's online store.
SEGA Files New Persona Trademark Ahead of Xbox EventSEGA has filed a new trademark for the Persona series, sparking speculation about the development of Persona 6. While some fans expressed concerns about development hell, others noted that the franchise's release cadence is typical for the industry. Discussions also touched upon player preferences for earlier Persona titles compared to Persona 5.