Atlus has just unveiled thatPersona 3 PortableandPersona 4 Goldenwill be getting new features and gameplay changes when the JRPG titles reach modern gaming platforms. With bothPersona 3 PortableandPersona 4 Goldenremasterssharing release dates this January, it seems only right that the developers provide new information about the games to build the fanbase’s excitement over them.It was during the June 2022 Xbox and Bethesda Games Showcase that it was announced thatP3PandP4 Goldenwill be joiningPersona 5 Royalon current game consoles. This likely led to a lot of excited discussion by thePersonacommunity, especially by fans who have been hoping that Atlus would finallyremasterPersona 3 Portable. With the release date of both titles just a month or so away, the fanbase is probably satisfied to see that Atlus is slowly revealing more information about the changes being implemented to the two ports.RELATED:Persona Dancing Soundtrack Is Getting A Vinyl CollectionOn the officialPersonaJapanese website, Atlus detailed the gameplay changes and new additions for theremasters ofPersona 3 PortableandPersona 4 Golden. According to Google Translate, both JRPG titles will be getting upgraded high resolution graphics for a smoother experience in-game. What’s more, each game’s difficulty can already be chosen at the beginning of the game. Most players of the originals will likely remember that game difficulty can only be chosen after the second week of the in-game calendar. Atlus also provided their recommendation that beginners choose the easiest difficulty since it does not affect the game’s story in any way.
Another change that players should expect from themodern ports ofPersona 3 PortableandPersona 4 Goldeninclude being able to save at any point while playing. Previously, both games only allowed saving through specific save points. And finally, specifically forPersona 4 Golden, the game will have a brand-new album feature. The album feature will let players revisit cutscenes that they have already witnessed and even choose alternative dialogue options to see if there are differences in conversations.
As the release date of thePersonaremasters draws nearer, Atlus will likely publish more details about both games. Fans will likely be interested to know what they can expect, especially since some have waited so long to finally playPersona 3 PortableandPersona 4 Goldenon platforms that they currently own. Hopefully Atlus hears the fanbase’s call and gives the players the information they are asking for.
Persona 3 PortableandPersona 4 Goldenare launching on PC, PS4, Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S on Jul 11, 2025.
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