Persona 4 Golden
News, coverage and analysis tracking Persona 4 Golden across the outlets.
Rumour: Persona 4 Revival Release Date Narrowed Down to Early 2027A 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.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – May 3, 2026 – Pokemon Winds and Waves clear the competitionThe latest Famitsu's most wanted games chart, based on reader votes from April 15-21, shows Pokemon Winds and Waves leading with 514 votes. Persona 4 Golden and Splatoon Raiders follow in second and third place respectively. The chart highlights games anticipated by Japanese gamers, with Nintendo Switch 2 titles dominating the top rankings.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – May 2, 2026 – nothing is stopping Tomodachi Life: Living the DreamThe Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of May 2, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream retaining the top spot. New download-only titles like Elementallis and Monster Crown: Sin Eater also made appearances in the top 30.
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.- Persona Music FES 2013 Nippon Budokan Concert VOD Now Available on YouTubeAtlus 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.
Modder upgrades their supposedly 'vintage' 2008 ThinkPad with an RTX 4070 Super and I can feel myself…A modder has upgraded a 2008 Lenovo ThinkPad with an MSI RTX 4070 Super graphics card, utilizing an external GPU setup. The project combines vintage laptop hardware with modern components, powered by a Corsair PSU, to enhance graphical capabilities.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – April 25, 2026 – Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream wins againThe Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of April 25, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream retaining the top spot. Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate follow in second and third place respectively, indicating a stable sales landscape.
The Official Persona Cookbook Is 38% Off At AmazonThe official Persona cookbook, featuring recipes from Persona 3 Reload, Persona 4 Golden, and Persona 5 Royal, is currently available at a discounted price of $17 on Amazon. The book contains 55 recipes, ranging from beginner to advanced, inspired by iconic in-game meals and drinks. Atlus has not yet announced Persona 6, but the Persona series will celebrate its 30th anniversary in 2026.
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.
Nintendo Switch eShop deals – lowest prices ever for Plucky Squire, Team Sonic Racing, TMNT: Splintered Fate, moreThe North American Nintendo Switch eShop is featuring new deals, including the lowest prices ever for games like Plucky Squire, Team Sonic Racing, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate. The article lists a comprehensive selection of discounted titles available for purchase.
PlayStation Vita: Our Love for a Dead ConsoleThe PlayStation Vita, released in 2011, aimed to bring a home console experience to a handheld device with features like dual analog sticks and an OLED screen. Despite a strong library of JRPGs, fighting games, and indie titles, it struggled against mobile gaming and the Nintendo 3DS due to its high price and proprietary memory cards. However, the console gained a dedicated following through modding, enabling emulation, custom themes, and the use of standard Micro SD cards, preserving its legacy as a beloved handheld.
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.
Hopes for Persona 1 and 2 remakes crushed as Atlus mysteriously alters the JRPGs' new merch listings, despite seeming determined to tease a re-releaseAtlus has altered product listings for new Persona 1 and Persona 2 merchandise on Amazon, removing the previously used titles 'Origins' and 'Duality'. This change has led fans to believe that potential remakes for these classic JRPGs are less likely, despite earlier speculation fueled by the new merch and anniversary celebrations for Persona 2: Innocent Sin.
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.
OG Persona fans beg Atlus for a remake, Atlus says best I can do is a surprise rebrand and a phone caseFans are urging Atlus to remake the original Persona 1 and Persona 2 games, which have been neglected for decades in favor of numerous re-releases and spin-offs of Persona 4 and 5. While Atlus has expressed interest in remaking the older titles, the company has instead focused on rebrands and merchandise, leading to fan speculation and cynicism about potential future releases.
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.
Persona 4 Revival seemingly coming early 2027 according to Funko Pop FiguresAtlus may have revealed that Persona 4 Revival is slated for an early 2027 release, hinted at by the timing of a Funko Pop marketing campaign. While an official date is unconfirmed, an announcement is expected at the Xbox Games Showcase. The game is not currently targeting the Nintendo Switch 2.