June 6, 2025 – SEGA and Atlus are poised to announce a highly anticipated remake of Persona 4 at the Xbox Games Showcase on June 8, 2025, according to multiple industry sources. The reveal, expected to spotlight the beloved JRPG for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, has ignited excitement among fans eager for a modernized version of the 2008 classic.
Recent evidence points to a near-certain reveal. A domain, “p4re.jp,” was registered on March 20, 2025, and updated on April 21, 2025, mirroring the timeline of Persona 3 Reload’s domain registration before its 2023 announcement at the same event. Sources from MP1st and Windows Central confirm the remake will debut at the showcase, with a potential day-one release on Xbox Game Pass, continuing Atlus’s partnership with Microsoft. Spanish leaker Extas1s further corroborated the news, emphasizing the multiplatform approach.
Adding to the buzz, Persona 4 vocalist Shihoko Hirata recently hinted at recording a new theme song at MIT Studio in Tokyo, a hub for Persona soundtracks. Meanwhile, voice actor Yuri Lowenthal, known for playing Yosuke in the original, confirmed on social media that he won’t return for the remake, indirectly acknowledging the project.
The Persona 4 remake is expected to follow the blueprint of Persona 3 Reload, featuring updated visuals, refined gameplay, and possibly content from Persona 4 Golden. Set in the fictional town of Inaba, the game follows high schooler Yu Narukami as he unravels a murder mystery tied to the mysterious “TV World.” Fans speculate a release window between late 2025 and early 2026, based on Atlus’s recent track record of swift reveal-to-launch cycles.
While excitement builds, some fans voice concerns. The Persona 3 Reload remake faced criticism for excluding content from earlier versions, and similar omissions could spark debate for Persona 4. The absence of original voice actors like Lowenthal has also raised eyebrows, though Atlus’s commitment to modernizing its classics suggests a polished experience.
The Xbox Games Showcase, streaming live at 10 AM PT/1 PM ET on June 8, 2025, is expected to confirm these details. With Persona 4’s enduring popularity and Atlus’s recent success with Persona 3 Reload and Metaphor: ReFantazio, the remake could be a defining moment for the franchise. Fans are urged to tune in for what promises to be a landmark announcement.
