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Persona 4 Revival News
The latest news and rumors about Persona 4 Revival for 2026: release date, trailers, announcements, leaks and system requirements. We follow the game every day on VGTimes.
Persona 4 Revival's Shadow Trailer Shows Combat, New Gameplay and Music
ATLUS has opened the Steam page for Persona 4 Revival and accompanied it with a new trailer titled "Shadow." The page is now live as fans wait for the remake's release, while the game's store listing offers an early look at the project.
The trailer's description sets the story in the quiet town of Inaba, where a series of unusual murders disturbs the peace as word of the mysterious Midnight Channel spreads.
The trailer's description sets the story in the quiet town of Inaba, where a series of unusual murders disturbs the peace as word of the mysterious Midnight Channel spreads.
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October 3, 2026
Persona 3 and Persona 4 Franchise Sales Topple Major Milestones
Total global lifetime sales for all versions of Persona 3 have officially surpassed 5 million units, while the collective lifetime sales of Persona 4 and its various spin-offs have reached 5.7 million copies worldwide.
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September 29, 2026
Microsoft denies Game Pass day-one overhaul rumor, says no changes are finalized
Microsoft said it is still only testing different Game Pass offerings for different markets and has no finalized overhaul plans, after a ResetEra rumor claimed the service could change sharply in 2027. The report suggested that day-one releases could disappear starting in the February-April 2027 window, while Xbox Cloud Gaming, family access, and new pricing tiers might be split into separate paid options.
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September 16, 2026
ATLUS Shows Teddie in New Persona 4 Revival Trailer, Confirming a New English Voice Actor
ATLUS released a new trailer for Persona 4 Revival that introduces Teddie and confirms a change in the character's English voice actor. The game already has a Steam page, and the trailer also highlights key details about the character ahead of the game's release.
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September 13, 2026
Persona 4 Revival and Persona 6 Coming to Nintendo Switch 2
Atlus has officially confirmed that the highly anticipated JRPG Persona 6 is headed to the Nintendo Switch 2. The long-awaited announcement was made during today's September Nintendo Direct broadcast.
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September 9, 2026
Persona 6 achievements leak online, hinting at major spoilers
A recent Exophase listing may have exposed not just Persona 6's achievements, but also setting, combat, and story details that point to major spoilers for Atlus' unreleased RPG. The lists reportedly surfaced through Steam API data, even though Persona 6 has only been shown publicly in a teaser trailer so far.
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September 9, 2026
Persona 4 Revival Gets a Kanji Tatsumi Trailer, Voice Cast Details Confirmed
Kanji Tatsumi is the focus of a new Persona 4 Revival trailer, and ATLUS has also confirmed the character's English and Japanese voice actors. The game is due out on February 18, 2027, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC, with a Steam page already live and a release on Game Pass also planned.
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September 6, 2026
Persona 4 Revival Replaces Its English Voice Cast and Targets February 18, 2027
After more than a decade, Atlus says it could not reunite the original English voice cast for Persona 4 Revival. The remake is scheduled to launch on February 18, 2027, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S/X, and it will be included with Game Pass on day one.
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August 31, 2026
Persona 4 Revival Won't Restore Yosuke's Cut Romance, Atlus Says
At Gamescom 2026, producer Kazuhisa Wada said Persona 4 Revival is set to launch on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S on February 18, 2027, but one of the remake's most talked-about possibilities is still off the table: Yosuke's cut romance route.
Wada's explanation was blunt: if Atlus restored Yosuke's route, the studio would feel obliged to add romance arcs for all the other male party members too. As he put it, "We were thinking if we did Yosuke, we kinda have to add all the other male characters as well. And if we did that, like that's a lot of work. I don't know if we could handle that."
Wada's explanation was blunt: if Atlus restored Yosuke's route, the studio would feel obliged to add romance arcs for all the other male party members too. As he put it, "We were thinking if we did Yosuke, we kinda have to add all the other male characters as well. And if we did that, like that's a lot of work. I don't know if we could handle that."
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August 29, 2026
Persona 4 Revival will not add Yosuke romance, Atlus says
At gamescom 2026, Atlus producer Kazuhisa Wada said Persona 4 Revival could not simply bring back Yosuke Hanamura's romance route without expanding the remake's scope far beyond that one change. The option was considered, but Wada said restoring it would have created a much larger problem for the remake.
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August 29, 2026
Konami and SEGA Reveal Their Tokyo Game Show 2026 Lineups — Silent Hill: Townfall, Persona 4 Revival and More
Konami and SEGA have revealed their Tokyo Game Show 2026 lineups, with Silent Hill: Townfall, Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, Persona 4 Revival, Stranger Than Heaven, and other notable titles set to appear at the event.
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August 27, 2026
Persona 4 Revival Showcases New Primetime Mechanic — New Gameplay
Persona 4 Revival has received its first impressions from the press, with journalists praising the remake for its visual style, new mechanics, camera system, and subtle changes to the characters. The early build made a very strong impression after roughly 45 minutes of play. Persona 4 Revival is set to release on February 18, 2027, for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.
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August 26, 2026
Persona 3 Was the Critical Turning Point for Atlus' RPG Series
Kazuhisa Wada says Persona 3 came at a crucial point for the series, because Atlus had no plan for a third game after Persona 2 and the franchise might have vanished without it. The franchise's general producer recalled that the team had to make a decisive change to keep Persona alive.
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August 24, 2026
SEGA, Atlus and NIS America reveal PAX West 2026 plans and panel lineup
At PAX West 2026, Atlus will let attendees try Persona 4 Revival and STRANGER THAN HEAVEN for the first time at a public North American event, with both demos available at SEGA booth 609 in the Arch Building on Level 4. SEGA and Atlus announced the lineup on August 14.
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August 14, 2026
Persona 1 and 2 remakes get cautious backing from series producer
Atlus discussed the possibility of Revelations: Persona and the Persona 2: Innocent Sin / Persona 2: Eternal Punishment remakes in a new interview, and series producer Kazuhisa Wada said he personally thinks they should absolutely happen. He also made it clear that Atlus is not confirming any remake plans yet.
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August 11, 2026
Persona overtakes Sonic in Sega's quarterly sales for the first time
Sega has posted the results of the first quarter of its fiscal year, and the company's leading franchise turned out to be not the most obvious one. From April to June 2026, games in the Persona series sold 1.04 million copies, while Sonic stopped at 980,000. Third place went to the Like a Dragon series, previously known as Yakuza, together with its Judgment spin-offs — over 670,000 copies between them, while Total War rounded out the top four with 370,000.
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August 9, 2026
Persona 4 Revival Gets a New Yukiko Amagi Trailer
ATLUS has put Persona 4 Revival on Steam, where the game now has a Steam page ahead of its February 18, 2027 release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC via Steam and Microsoft Store, as well as through Game Pass. The latest trailer spotlights Yukiko Amagi and her role in the story.
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August 8, 2026
Persona 4 Revival trailer introduces Chie Satonaka
ATLUS's latest Persona 4 Revival trailer puts Chie Satonaka in the spotlight, showing off her personality and confirming that the remake is due out on February 18, 2027. The game already has a Steam page, and it is also set for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC.
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July 21, 2026
SEGA confirms its gamescom 2026 lineup with Alien: Isolation 2 and Persona 4 Revival
SEGA will bring a playable booth of unreleased games to gamescom 2026, where visitors in Cologne can try Alien: Isolation 2, Crazy Taxi: World Tour and Persona 4 Revival. The show runs in Germany from 26 to 30 August 2026.
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July 16, 2026
Persona 4 Revival will soften Yosuke scenes to fit modern standards
Atlus says Persona 4 Revival will keep its story and cast mostly intact, while making targeted dialogue changes to bring certain scenes in line with modern standards. Kazuhisa Wada, Persona Team's general producer, said the biggest adjustments are being made to Yosuke Hanamura.
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July 9, 2026
MAPPA Animates All In-Game Cutscenes for Persona 4: Revival, Launching February 2027
Persona 4: Revival will feature all in-game anime cutscenes animated by MAPPA, as confirmed at Anime Expo 2026. This marks a major visual upgrade for Atlus' reimagining of the beloved JRPG, with MAPPA — known for hits like Jujutsu Kaisen and Attack on Titan — taking full creative control of every animated sequence.
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July 5, 2026
Persona 4 Revival Gets New Trailer Focused on Protagonist's Daily Life and School Adventures
Atlus has released a new trailer for Persona 4 Revival, showcasing the protagonist's daily routines, school life, and the unique challenges he faces in the quiet town of Inaba. The video highlights not only his everyday activities but also the friendships he forms and the dangers that shape his journey.
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July 3, 2026
Atlus Achieves Record Profit Growth as SEGA Bets on Multiplatform Hits Like Persona 4 Revival
Atlus has reported record-breaking profit growth for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, as SEGA doubles down on a multiplatform strategy for its flagship titles. The company saw operating profit soar by 92.5% and net profit climb by 74.2%, a surge directly linked to expanding its releases across more platforms and reaching new international audiences.
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July 1, 2026
Netflix Developing Live-Action Persona Series With Producers Behind Major Hits
Netflix is developing a live-action series based on the Persona video game franchise, according to a Variety report. The adaptation will bring the beloved Japanese RPG series to the screen with real actors, marking a major departure from the franchise's usual anime style. Netflix has not officially confirmed the project and declined to comment when contacted, but the creative team attached signals a serious commitment to the adaptation.
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June 30, 2026
Persona 3 Reload Surpasses 3 Million Copies Sold Worldwide, Boosting Franchise Momentum
Persona 3 Reload, a remake of Atlus and Sega's acclaimed JRPG, has reached a major milestone by surpassing 3 million units sold worldwide, combining both shipments and digital sales. Atlus announced this achievement two and a half years after the game's initial release, underscoring the Persona series' growing global appeal. The game is available on multiple platforms, and fans can find more details and user reviews on its Steam page.
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June 26, 2026
New Persona 4 Revival Trailer Reveals Release Date for the Remake
During Xbox Games Showcase 2026, Atlus unveiled a new trailer for Persona 4 Revival and announced the release date for the highly anticipated remake of the beloved JRPG. The game is set to launch on February 18, 2027, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
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June 8, 2026
Persona 4 Revival Gets Xbox Store Listing and ESRB Rating Ahead of Official Reveal
Persona 4 Revival receives an ESRB M rating and Xbox Store listing, hinting at an imminent release. The full remake could launch as early as fall 2025.
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June 5, 2026
Persona 6 Getting Closer? Atlus Hints at Major Announcements in 2026 for the Series’ 30th Anniversary
Nearly ten years of waiting — and Persona fans finally have a reason for cautious optimism. Atlus producers have made it clear that 2026 could be the year the studio starts talking about the future of the iconic JRPG series. And that timing is no coincidence: Persona will celebrate its 30th anniversary that year.
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December 29, 2025
Atlus Mentions Persona 6 for the First Time in Four Years — Game Appears in Survey for Switch 2 Owners
Atlus has publicly mentioned Persona 6 for the first time in years. The title appeared in a new survey sent to Japanese owners of Persona 3 Reload on Switch 2, which launched on October 23.
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October 30, 2025
Persona 4 Remake Gets a Steam Page—Denuvo DRM Confirmed
The Steam page for the Persona 4 Revival remake has gone live, revealing some new details about the game. Notably, it’s been confirmed that the game will include Denuvo DRM protection.
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July 18, 2025
Persona 4 Remake Announced — First Teaser Revealed
Atlus has officially announced a remake of Persona 4, confirming long-standing rumors about the beloved 2008 RPG. The project is titled Persona 4 Revival, and the reveal came with a short teaser showcasing early gameplay. No additional details have been shared yet.
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June 9, 2025