Persona 4 Remake Rumors: Is Persona 4 Reload Coming?

Following the acclaim of *Persona 3: Reload*, fans are eagerly anticipating a potential remaster of *Persona 4*. Recent developments hint that this might be more than just wishful thinking. Dive deeper into the latest updates here.

Has Persona 4 Already Been Remade?

The speculation around a *Persona 4* remake gained traction when *Persona* YouTuber ScrambledFaz shared a revealing screenshot on X. The screenshot highlighted the registration of the domain "p4re.jp" on March 20th. Interestingly, two years prior, the domain "p3re.jp" was registered just months before the announcement of *Persona 3: Reload*. This pattern has sparked excitement and theories among fans about an impending *Persona 4* remake.

Originally released in 2008, *Persona 4* was exclusive to the PlayStation 3 and 4. In 2012, *Persona 4 Golden* expanded the game's reach to the PlayStation Vita and PC, enhancing the graphics and adding new content like the town of Okina City and the beloved character Marie. However, *Persona 4 Golden* and *Persona 3 Portable*—released in 2009 for the PSP with a new protagonist and additional Velvet Room character Theodore—are not true remakes. They pale in comparison to the comprehensive overhaul seen in *Persona 3: Reload*.

What Would a Persona 4 Remake Look Like?

If a *Persona 4* remake were to match the quality of *Persona 3: Reload*, it promises to be a thrilling upgrade. The 2008 game's graphics, while charming, would be modernized with new character portraits and enhanced cutscene animations. Fans could expect richer side quests and deeper character interactions, further strengthening the social links that are a hallmark of the series. Building on *Persona 4 Golden*'s Okina City, a remake might offer even more immersive activities and a more detailed urban environment.

Related: All Persona Games, Ranked From Worst to Best

When Should We Expect a Persona 4 Remake?

A reliable Sega leaker hinted in 2024 that a *Persona 4* remake is indeed in development, though fans should brace for a wait. Using the timeline of *Persona 3: Reload* as a guide, an announcement might come as early as June, mirroring the reveal at the Xbox Summer Showcase in June 2023.

While Atlus has been dropping hints about *Persona 6* for nearly a decade since *Persona 5*'s release, no concrete release date has emerged. The potential *Persona 4* remake could further delay *Persona 6*, causing some fan frustration. Many argue that *Persona 4* doesn't necessarily need a remake, but if it does come to fruition, fans hope it won't significantly impact the development timeline of *Persona 6*, which is rumored to be in the works for years.

That concludes our current insights on the possibility of *Persona 4* being remade as *Persona 4 Reload*. Stay tuned for more updates!