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News, coverage and analysis tracking Persona across the outlets.- Persona 1 PSP Soundtrack Joins Streaming Services on April 18Atlus announced that the soundtrack for the PlayStation Portable version of the first Persona game, Shin Megami Tensei: Persona, will be available on streaming services like Spotify and Apple Music starting April 18. The album features 67 songs, including new compositions by Shoji Meguro, and will include the original artwork and a trailer.
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.
Skipping Zelda Remaster on Switch 2? Major Nintendo Blu... | TAGRumors suggest a remaster of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time may be in development for the Nintendo Switch 2, sparking debate about updating the classic. Call of the Elder Gods, a sequel to Call of the Sea, is set to release on May 12th for multiple platforms including the Switch 2, PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S/X, and will be available on Game Pass. The Boys showrunner Eric Kripke discussed the decision to kill off a major character early in season 5, emphasizing the show's commitment to unpredictability.
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.- Persona 1 and Persona 2 Merchandise Now Available for 30th Anniversary on AmazonAtlus is celebrating the Persona series' 30th anniversary with new merchandise for Persona, Persona 2: Innocent Sin, and Persona 2: Eternal Punishment, now available on Amazon. The collection includes apparel, mugs, and bags, with Persona 2 items focusing on Innocent Sin. The article also briefly mentions Persona 4 Revival is in development for multiple platforms including Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Steam.
- Palia: The Game, A Motion Picture April Fool’s Joke ReleasedSingularity 6's Palia celebrated April Fools' Day with a humorous "Palia: The Game, A Motion Picture" joke, featuring Zeki in various roles within a mock adventure. The game also introduced a new equine-inspired Riffrocin' Mask and a temporary bobblehead potion effect. The article also briefly mentions upcoming releases and updates for Ground Zero, Table Flip Simulator, KartRider Rush+, Hello Kitty Island Adventure, Starship Troopers: Extermination, and Persona collectibles.
Now Playing at SUPERJUMP: Issue 39SUPERJUMP's Issue 39 features the team discussing their current gaming experiences. Titles highlighted include the addictive digging game DigDigDrill on Nintendo Switch, the expansive JRPG Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth – Hacker's Memory, and the classic platformer Rayman. Other games discussed are Shin Megami Tensei, Pokémon Legends: Arceus, the racing game BallisticNG with its new DLC, Red Dead Redemption via backwards compatibility, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, the survival game Cairn, Resident Evil 4 Remake, Dead Space Remake, and Borderlands 3.- 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.
- SEGA Files New Persona Trademark Ahead of Xbox EventSEGA has filed a new trademark for the Persona franchise, suggesting upcoming news for the JRPG series. This filing comes shortly before a scheduled Xbox event, potentially hinting at new platform announcements or reveals.
SEGA has filed new Persona trademark ahead of today’s Xbox eventSEGA and Atlus have filed a new trademark for the Persona series shortly before an Xbox event, leading to speculation about a potential Persona 4 Remake. The article also mentions SEGA filing trademarks for Arcade Paradise and Ecco the Dolphin, suggesting a revival of older franchises.- Persona 30th Anniversary Collaboration Announced at atré Akihabara with New ArtworkAtlus announced a Persona 30th anniversary collaboration event at atré Akihabara from May 1 to May 14, 2026, featuring new artwork of series protagonists. The article also mentions Persona 4 Revival is in development for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Steam, with Game Pass confirmed, and notes Persona 4 Golden is available on multiple platforms.
Science Confirms RPG Players Hit Hardest by Post-Game DepressionA new scientific study confirms that players of role-playing games experience the most severe post-game depression upon completion. Researchers, including Dr. Janowicz, attribute this to the deep player agency, character bonds, and immersive worlds inherent in RPGs, which create a strong emotional investment that is difficult to leave behind. The findings validate the long-held community sentiment about the emotional impact of finishing epic RPGs like The Witcher 3, Persona, Mass Effect, Baldur's Gate 3, and Final Fantasy.
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment Takes Dynasty Warriors to New BattlefieldsThis opinion piece discusses how the Dynasty Warriors franchise, despite its repetitive core gameplay, found new life through collaborations, particularly with Nintendo's Hyrule Warriors and its sequel, Age of Calamity. These titles successfully blended the hack-and-slash formula with deeper RPG elements and compelling narratives, revitalizing the genre and expanding beloved IPs like The Legend of Zelda.
Bkub Okawa Character Art Used for Silent Hill f MerchandiseKonami and Empty have announced a new line of merchandise for Silent Hill f, featuring character art by Bkub Okawa. The collection includes plush toys, keychains, acrylic stands, pins, a bag, and a mug, with most items shipping in June and August 2026. The game is available worldwide on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
From Starfield to Fallout: Devs Want More Than Just 'Po... | TAGIn a refreshing move for the industry, Atlus is raising salaries and reducing fixed overtime, bucking the trend of layoffs and crunch. Meanwhile, reviews are out for the Pulsar X3 CrazyLight Mini mouse, and Amy Madigan's Oscar win for 'Weapons' is being compared to Heath Ledger's Joker. The article also touches on the risks of $70 games on Steam, player expectations for Grand Theft Auto 6's multiplayer, upcoming challenges in Marathon, a new Fallout Chicago mod, a guide to finding an item in Pokémon Pokopia, and composer Inon Zur's belief that Starfield will become legendary. News also includes layoffs at Warner Bros. Games Montréal, new codes for Animal Training, and the announcement of a Firefly animated series.
Atlus Aims To Raise Salaries, Improve Working Conditions As Layoffs Continue Hitting Games IndustryAmidst ongoing game industry layoffs, Atlus is implementing measures to improve its working environment, including a 10% salary increase for new recruits and a 15% increase for existing employees and contractors starting in April. The company also aims to reduce fixed overtime hours from 30 to 20 per month, citing a need to foster creativity and productivity.
In an industry beset by layoffs and crunch, Japanese publisher Atlus is raising salaries and working to reduce fixed overtimeJapanese publisher Atlus is increasing base salaries for new graduates and raising the average annual income for employees by 15%. The company is also reducing fixed overtime hours from 30 to 20 per month. These changes aim to foster creativity, improve productivity, and provide employees with a more stable working environment.
SEGA's PS5 Games Get Good Reviews, So Why Aren't You Buying Them?SEGA acknowledges a disconnect between the strong critical reception of its PlayStation 5 games and their actual unit sales. The publisher plans to reform its marketing and sales mechanisms, focusing on digital initiatives and data-driven strategies to improve sales performance for titles like Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth and Persona 3 Reload.
Metaphor: ReFantazio orchestra concert world tour announced — MP3s & NPCsATLUS has announced a world tour for the Metaphor: ReFantazio orchestra concert, featuring stops in the United States, Asia, and Europe starting this fall. The concert, which premiered in Japan last year, will showcase music composed by Shoji Meguro, performed by a full orchestra and choir.