Atlus announces Shin Megami Tensei: Persona for PSP (PlayStation Portable) system

[AtlusAram]

ATLUS TO BRING SHIN MEGAMI TENSEI®: PERSONA® FOR PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) SYSTEM TO NORTH AMERICA
Leak this.

IRVINE, CALIFORNIA — FEBRUARY 24, 2009 — Atlus U.S.A., Inc, today announced that Shin Megami Tensei®: Persona® for PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, a remake of the first entry in the critically-acclaimed RPG series, will be released in North America within the calendar year. SMT: Persona stands as a proud relaunch for the award-winning series, featuring a completely redone localization and content never before seen in North America. Combined with gameplay enhancements and additions new to the remake, fans will have the chance to experience the first Persona game released in North America in a whole new way. Those looking to see the original epic in a whole new light, those who missed out the first time around, and even those PSP system owners who crave a marquee RPG: that which you seek is approaching.

Shin Megami Tensei: Persona is currently scheduled to release this fall.

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About Atlus U.S.A., Inc.
Located in Irvine, California and founded in 1991, Atlus U.S.A., Inc. is renowned for its proud tradition of publishing exceptional role-playing games with strong niche appeal. The Atlus library of critically acclaimed video games includes Odin Sphere, the Trauma Center series, and the award-winning Shin Megami Tensei series. For more information, visit http://www.atlus.com.

For breaking news, special promotions, insider info, and more, visit http://www.atlus.com/faithful to join the ranks of the Atlus Faithful!

©2009 ATLUS SHIN MEGAMI TENSEI and SMT are registered trademarks of Atlus U.S.A., Inc. Licensed to and published by Atlus U.S.A., Inc.

Shin Megami Tensei: Persona has not yet been rated by the ESRB.

[Crabman]

#### YES!!!!!!!

[kelvinc]

Ah it's coming.

Guess it's time all us P3/P4 latecomers to put our money where our mouths are and show some love for the older games, eh?

[poiuiu]

Wow, that was quick.

That makes two for the system for me.

[Oblivion Lotus]

Well, that's it then. I'm buying a PSP. :o

[jj984jj]

I'll finally have all 4 of them. :D

-Innocent Sin :( Port that to PSP next k?

[tokoshi_x]

Hm...maybe I should finally get a PSP. Or I could just take my sister's one instead. :D

Definitely gonna get this game.

[Daroki]

#### YES!!!!!!!

:agree:

Wow... just... wow. Knew it was coming but still doesn't stop me from being VERY happy about this one.

[hibiki_takami]

Just got the official press release on this one! It's looking like this fall's gonna be crazy for the PSP... LittleBigPlanet, Hannah Montana (haha, I kid), Rock Band, Assassin's Creed and now Persona! Perfect!

[cj iwakura]

Words can not convey the happiness.

[Chidori Boy Uchiha]

####ing yes it's comin in english i'm ####ing buying this game

[anbu]

hoping for some spoils in the process~ hehehehe.

[Chidori Boy Uchiha]

hoping for some spoils in the process~ hehehehe.

yeah same here

[unknown]

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[SickleCellAnemia]

Sweet

[cj iwakura]

One down, one to go.

Soundtrack would be excellent, but I'm just happy we're getting the game.


So who was going to beat them to the punch? I get the impression someone was trying to report this before them.

[Terash Cas]

YES.... now something good happened on my Birthday :P

Looks like Atlus will be taking all my money again this year.

[Crabman]

One down, one to go.

Soundtrack would be excellent, but I'm just happy we're getting the game.


So who was going to beat them to the punch? I get the impression someone was trying to report this before them.

Maybe Sony themselves? They had the "Destination Playstation" even where they announced a ton of PSP games (LBP, Rock Band, Assassin's Creed, MotorStorm, etc.).

This is gonna be one quick translation!

[Sseklebeast]

Wewt )

[Ike.]

Now bring over Innocent Sin and Soul Hackers.

[unknown]

Soul Hackers takes priority over Innocent Sin.

[Crabman]

Now bring over Innocent Sin...

This much, at least. I never played DS so I can't really say, but after playing P2:EP the desire to play IS is ridiculous.

Plus, I heard Tatsuya can get a contact where he makes motorcycle noises, which sounds almost as awesome as the "AHHHHH! Alcohol is my life!" contact in EP :D

[DamnedToBeFree]

Nice.

[Kakizaki]

Wow. My mind is blown. I'm impressed with how quickly you guess moved on this. Very nice.

[Carrot]

Very exciting. Was hoping they would bring this over.

Saw this on IGN this morning before I received the Atlus email and smiled.

I will buy this, even though I probably will not be able to play it for... who knows how long.

Heck - I even bought the PS P2 Eternal Punishment release a few months ago and haven't had a chance to open the plastic.

[Pibbman]

YES!

I was working, and got an email and had to rush here and CELEBRATE!

WOOT!

[sejongkim1979]

this is "bear"y good news.

Yes, I know this isn't P4. Still, this rocks!

[HelloDentist]

Jesus Christ, I'm so excited for this! I will now have all four!
Can't wait for innocent sin and eternal punishment on one UMD...
Make it happen, please!

[Pibbman]

haha, if this sells for like $29.99, I'll buy 2 copies!

[Shin]

Wow!
I'm very excited!
I'll certainly be buying this, since I'm slowly becoming a Persona Junkie!
But first I need a PSP... XD!

[Blazefireslayer]

Yes! Finally our prayers are answered!

[Graus]

I tip my hat at Atlus USA for moving on this so fast.
Good times.

[BaizDaza]

Can't wait.

[xantier]

This is so going to rock! Persona was the first ATLUS game I ever played, can't wait to see the changes from the ps1 version to the PSP. EXCITING!:)

[Terash Cas]

haha, if this sells for like $29.99, I'll buy 2 copies!

I'll be buying 2 regardless of price, hopefully there will be some sort of preorder bonus.

[Kari]

100% definite preorder from me! I got a PSP for Christmas, glad that it's gonna get more use.

[malismag]

This has totally made my day. I did not expect it to be announced so soon if at all. Thanks.

[Enzeru]

. . . O.O
ALREADY?! It's not even out yet in Japan, is it?

[Hamel]

Thanks Atlus

now announce Growlanser I

[Amra of the Black Coast]

Wish I had a PSP....

[Spectralpulse]

Cant wait to play again. This was the first game i bought for my Playstation.

[syl]

Wish I had a PSP....

Me too...

[Gilgamesjh]

Finally, to take on Lucifer :) not possible in this religion. Now get the gemu. must probably buy a nihongo console :) Kami ga arimasu.

[n1xx]

YIPPIEEE!!!! :D :surprise: :D

[Elizabeth]

I... I think I'm going to cry from happiness! I missed out on it for the PS1 when it was released, didn't want to pay an obscene amount of money for a butchered game, and now I don't have to! Now only buying my Wii was a waste of money since the PSP is getting this.

[konakona]

Thank you Atlus. That's 3 SMT games on pre-order so far this year. :D

[unsquared]

Heck yeah! :D

[xeno]

I hope to get this one on day one, but then...I rarely get things on Day one...but, I hope this doesn't become really really rare...

[ShadowRaskolnik]

I didn't expect this to be announced so quickly, I guess Atlus didn't want it to be leaked first. Looks like I'll have something to look forward to on the PSP this fall.

[Luna]

Atlus wins again!

[Lorinosan]

What the hell?! No Atlus! You're not allowed to release a Shin Megaten game for a console I don't own. No...we agreed to this. Not until I buy a PSP. You broke the legally binding contract and now I shall pay!

[Birdpoopman]

My life is now complete.

[superbeast1370]

This totally made my day after a very bad day at work. I'll probably buy 2 copies of the game....but the wait is gonna be excruciatingly painful.

[Dave3]

Awesome! This just made my day

[Eurelio1]

ATLUS TO BRING SHIN MEGAMI TENSEI®: PERSONA® FOR PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) SYSTEM TO NORTH AMERICA
Leak this.

IRVINE, CALIFORNIA — FEBRUARY 24, 2009 — Atlus U.S.A., Inc, today announced that Shin Megami Tensei®: Persona® for PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, a remake of the first entry in the critically-acclaimed RPG series, will be released in North America within the calendar year. SMT: Persona stands as a proud relaunch for the award-winning series, featuring a completely redone localization and content never before seen in North America. Combined with gameplay enhancements and additions new to the remake, fans will have the chance to experience the first Persona game released in North America in a whole new way. Those looking to see the original epic in a whole new light, those who missed out the first time around, and even those PSP system owners who crave a marquee RPG: that which you seek is approaching.

Shin Megami Tensei: Persona is currently scheduled to release this fall.

###

About Atlus U.S.A., Inc.
Located in Irvine, California and founded in 1991, Atlus U.S.A., Inc. is renowned for its proud tradition of publishing exceptional role-playing games with strong niche appeal. The Atlus library of critically acclaimed video games includes Odin Sphere, the Trauma Center series, and the award-winning Shin Megami Tensei series. For more information, visit http://www.atlus.com.

For breaking news, special promotions, insider info, and more, visit http://www.atlus.com/faithful to join the ranks of the Atlus Faithful!

©2009 ATLUS SHIN MEGAMI TENSEI and SMT are registered trademarks of Atlus U.S.A., Inc. Licensed to and published by Atlus U.S.A., Inc.

Shin Megami Tensei: Persona has not yet been rated by the ESRB.





Hmmm....Its a Goo idea And Hello I am called Eurelio i do not speak very much English have a PSP and me gustaria that were doing a Shin Megami Tensei: Persona for the PSP but .... not a Remake but an own history for the PSP like a Shin megami Tensei: Persona 5 does It or slightly this way that seems to them?
My I do not like Ah the games for shifts but when play Persona I fascinate myself xD

[superbeast1370]

ATLUS TO BRING SHIN MEGAMI TENSEI®: PERSONA® FOR PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) SYSTEM TO NORTH AMERICA
Leak this.

IRVINE, CALIFORNIA — FEBRUARY 24, 2009 — Atlus U.S.A., Inc, today announced that Shin Megami Tensei®: Persona® for PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, a remake of the first entry in the critically-acclaimed RPG series, will be released in North America within the calendar year. SMT: Persona stands as a proud relaunch for the award-winning series, featuring a completely redone localization and content never before seen in North America. Combined with gameplay enhancements and additions new to the remake, fans will have the chance to experience the first Persona game released in North America in a whole new way. Those looking to see the original epic in a whole new light, those who missed out the first time around, and even those PSP system owners who crave a marquee RPG: that which you seek is approaching.

Shin Megami Tensei: Persona is currently scheduled to release this fall.

###

About Atlus U.S.A., Inc.
Located in Irvine, California and founded in 1991, Atlus U.S.A., Inc. is renowned for its proud tradition of publishing exceptional role-playing games with strong niche appeal. The Atlus library of critically acclaimed video games includes Odin Sphere, the Trauma Center series, and the award-winning Shin Megami Tensei series. For more information, visit http://www.atlus.com.

For breaking news, special promotions, insider info, and more, visit http://www.atlus.com/faithful to join the ranks of the Atlus Faithful!

©2009 ATLUS SHIN MEGAMI TENSEI and SMT are registered trademarks of Atlus U.S.A., Inc. Licensed to and published by Atlus U.S.A., Inc.

Shin Megami Tensei: Persona has not yet been rated by the ESRB.





Hmmm....Its a Good idea And Hello I am Eurelio i do not speak very much English have a PSP and me gustaria that were doing a Shin Megami Tensei:Persona for the PSP but .... not a Remake but an own history for the PSP like a Shin megami Tensei: Persona 5 does It or slightly this way that seems to them?

no, a remake seems like a great idea for a portable system (it's an old game after all, and the PSP is far more powerful than the PSone). besides, handhelds are all the rage in Japan. though Persona 5 should be on a current gen system (PS3). though if Atlus were to do it on PS2(I wouldn't be surprised) it should at least have Pro scan, widescreen. but that's just what I (a CRAZY fan) wants.

[mlisette23]

Definitely getting this the day it comes out!

[Qwertykeys]

Great news!

One request for Atlus, can you please tone down the language compared to Persona 4? Kanji swearing every other sentence when he was mad was a obsessive.

[Zed]

AWESOMENESS

I'm buying a PSP.

[Kenji]

Wow, that was... significantly faster than I was expecting!

Makes up for the long wait time for the vs. King Abaddon announcement. :P

Definitely a Day One for me!

Great news!

One request for Atlus, can you please tone down the language compared to Persona 4? Kanji swearing every other sentence when he was mad was a obsessive.
I remember reading an interview where they said they did tone it down... he used to be dropping f-bombs, which is something any guy his age, especially one who's seen as a delinquent, would do in the English speaking world.

Really, his almost complete lack of "serious" cursing was getting close to the "unnatural" threshold for me, but maybe that's just because of the people I hang out with... :P

That's the tough part about writing dialogue... on one hand, you can't have all of the tangents, redundancies, and useless phrases that fill up a disturbing proportion of anyone's normal speech pattern (for dramatic and comprehension reasons), on the other, well-used cursing takes on a rhythm of its own that's hard to replicate any other way. :D

[Pibbman]

Great news!

One request for Atlus, can you please tone down the language compared to Persona 4? Kanji swearing every other sentence when he was mad was a obsessive.

Atlus, please disregard this quote. I don't want ANY censorship in my games. If you're offended by it, you probably shouldn't be playing M-rated games in the first place!

[Nightrayne13x]

Show me the amazon preorder link. This is day 1 preorder for me.

[Shapashtu]

Darn it, Atlus! This is the third time this year that you'll be taking my money from me! :P Oh well, it'll be a chance to dust off my PSP, and I never got the chance to play the original...so I guess it's all good.

[tristan]

Any hope at all to see Persona on the Sony Store on the PS3 at least? Or maybe a PS3 or PS2 format combo disc of the first two Personas? I want so badly to play the first two games but have such a hard time finding them. A revamp and re-release of the games is more than exciting, but I am not a PSP owner sadly.

[baleensavage]

What the hell?! No Atlus! You're not allowed to release a Shin Megaten game for a console I don't own. No...we agreed to this. Not until I buy a PSP. You broke the legally binding contract and now I shall pay!

I second that! I've been trying desparately to find the horrible localization for PS1 that we got, just to complete my collection. And now it's being rereleased for PSP with a real localization :(

Between the PSP I need to get for Persona 1 and the DS for that new Devil Survivor and and XBox 360 so I can play the latest Star Ocean my wallet is crying. :very_sad:

[Gen Eric Gui]

Atlus USA staffers are master trolls. I almost thought I was dealing with Sakurai again for a minute there.

Earlier today, I checked the forum and this subforum was up with a big NEVER in the sidebar. I thought it was hilarious, and in hindsight I wish I had screencapped it. That was brilliant trolling.

Anyways, day one.

[superbeast1370]

What the hell?! No Atlus! You're not allowed to release a Shin Megaten game for a console I don't own. No...we agreed to this. Not until I buy a PSP. You broke the legally binding contract and now I shall pay!

I second that! I've been trying desparately to find the horrible localization for PS1 that we got, just to complete my collection. And now it's being rereleased for PSP with a real localization :(

Between the PSP I need to get for Persona 1 and the DS for that new Devil Survivor and and XBox 360 so I can play the latest Star Ocean my wallet is crying. :very_sad:

I'd say get the PSP and DS and skip the 360. PSP and DS are goldmines for RPGs. (I know since I own both)

[Saburo Hikari]

Day 1 pre-order, day 1 purchase. Time to try my hand at old-school Persona!

[TheMagicHat]

Holy friggin' crap! That was fast! :surprise:

Preordering the SECOND it becomes available!

Now All I need are announcements for Growlanser 1 and SRW:OGs/OGG (not likely, I know), and I'll be one happy headwear.

[kolaces]

And no, it wasn't leaked first.
:) Considering the AtlusOnline game was leaked with 2 days left to the announcement, this made me laugh.

Looking forward to playing this, can't wait until fall.
Day 2, I don't go out and about on tuesdays.

[Juanblue85]

Darn I'm late to the party since I was at work but anyways F YES finally i'll play the original Persona on the go too. SWEETNESS. Atlus IS THE BEST EVAR!!!!!. Ahh yes Insanity. lol.

[HimeKakyuu]

I just squee'd loud enough for my neighbors to hear me. <3 Atlus.

[Kain Mare]

There is a ####ing God in this universe and it is named, Atlus U.S.A. I nearly had a heart attack when I read the email. Even if I did have one, I would be happy that this company was the cause of it.

::dances:: I'm glad I'm heading over to the game store tomorrow!!!!

[Malevolence]

Such joy! I cannot wait for the release! I am getting a DS just for the other SMT game as well. Atlus makes me buy so many consoles. Pfft.

[guinness4life]

You guys are great. I will buy this.

I haven't played this game in years, and now I can play it on the way to work!

[Quig]

Sweet, another must have! Now they just need to remake Persona 2 for the PSP!

[RayFoxSith]

Will buy. Never played the original.

[cj iwakura]

So question is, will the characters still have US names like 'Mary' and such? Not only the fact that they were called that in P2 US, but I'm actually somewhat used to those names.

[Azure_Tai]

YEAH, i now have the perfect reason to get a PSP, to play the Old-School Persona!

[NeoBasch]

Haven't played the first two. Kind of surprised they are actually localizing this. I was kind of worried after Devil Summoner and thought Sony would get in the way. Now that P4's been quite a big success, maybe we can get away with wishing for more. Preordered yesterday! ...twice. :) Or at least, whenever GameStop decides to update their systems. Forgot I haven't preordered Devil Survivor yet. O_O Will have to take care of that when I secure my copy of P1.

Next, maybe we could get our hands on P2: IS and EP for the PSP. Maybe as one wholly remastered game. Will pay extra!

[cj iwakura]

I bet they jumped on the announcement as soon as SCEA gave them the okay.

And bless them for that, just approve Growlanser PSP, and all... okay, almost all is forgiven.

[Shantiger]

I joined for this moment!!

YESSS!!! FINALLY!! My brother sold my old Revelations: Persona when he got rid of my old games. I cannot wait for it!!

Any spoils by any chance?

[Juanblue85]

I joined for this moment!!

YESSS!!! FINALLY!! My brother sold my old Revelations: Persona when he got rid of my old games. I cannot wait for it!!

Any spoils by any chance?

Not now just wait till much later for more info the game was just announced.

[DragoonKain3]

Holy frigggin YEAH! Even though I have the original, I'm for sure pre-ordering this. Not 'import it from states and get it next day for a ginormous price' kind of pre-order, but I'll pre-order if Amazon.ca gets their link up and running.

I'm just wondering how this relocalization is going to work, in particular with the names. After all, P2:EP still keeps the 'butchered' first names of P1's cast but just adds their original last names. Wonder if the relocalization will follow that or if they'd go for the true name.



Now if we only get Growlanser PSP as welll... *hint*hint*nudge*nudge* ;)

[Tatsuya]

Truly there is a god.
Day 1 on this, no doubt.

As for the names, though it will be confusing at first, i hope they give them the original japanese names, i want it to be what revelations:persona should have been.

[BaizDaza]

I joined for this moment!!

YESSS!!! FINALLY!! My brother sold my old Revelations: Persona when he got rid of my old games. I cannot wait for it!!

Any spoils by any chance?

Most likely.

[aeon0rain]

is gonna be in first person like howw it originally was or is it gonna be completely updated and look P3/4-ish?

these are the questions...

[unknown]

It's just an enhanced port, so it'll pretty much look like the original game.

[TomcatTheLion]

This is awesome news! With this I can technically complete my collection. :D

[MwarriorHiei]

atlus is slowly draining my money. i hate atlus for that, but at the same time, i love them even more!

announce arcana heart 2, and my life so far will be complete.

[Rocket Science]

I almost died when I opened up my Gmail and saw the announcement. Now I just have to find a way to pass the time until day one :very_sad:

[Majeh905]

Awesome! Yet another game on my reserve list.

[Damien]

This is great news indeed, I've been waiting for the announcement although I didn't expect it to be this soon :D

On a side note, I'm currently wandering if Atlus intended to announce the game together with the AAA 2009 PSP line up. It seems to be a little more delayed than all the other PSP announcements (since it wasn't announced together with the rest). Was Atlus too busy? because it would have warmed my heart to see Persona listed together with Sony's hardcore PSP lineup :)

[thinkfreemind]

Oh no! What will happen to the ebay prices of the original? I can already sense them dropping.:sad:

Psft! Like I'd sell my copy. I can't wait for this, new and improved Persona. Keep it up Atlus!:)

[Kik]

Seriously... I joined the forum just so I could post my excitement. I fell in love with Persona 1 way back when it was first released. I never would have expected a new version to make it to the U.S.! I think the demon conversations were way more interesting and developed than in Persona 2, there are still conversations I remember from it. And besides, CHRIS RULES~!

Thank you Atlus for being so awesome!

[Chidori Boy Uchiha]

ATLUS TO BRING SHIN MEGAMI TENSEI®: PERSONA® FOR PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) SYSTEM TO NORTH AMERICA
Leak this.

IRVINE, CALIFORNIA — FEBRUARY 24, 2009 — Atlus U.S.A., Inc, today announced that Shin Megami Tensei®: Persona® for PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, a remake of the first entry in the critically-acclaimed RPG series, will be released in North America within the calendar year. SMT: Persona stands as a proud relaunch for the award-winning series, featuring a completely redone localization and content never before seen in North America. Combined with gameplay enhancements and additions new to the remake, fans will have the chance to experience the first Persona game released in North America in a whole new way. Those looking to see the original epic in a whole new light, those who missed out the first time around, and even those PSP system owners who crave a marquee RPG: that which you seek is approaching.

Shin Megami Tensei: Persona is currently scheduled to release this fall.

###

About Atlus U.S.A., Inc.
Located in Irvine, California and founded in 1991, Atlus U.S.A., Inc. is renowned for its proud tradition of publishing exceptional role-playing games with strong niche appeal. The Atlus library of critically acclaimed video games includes Odin Sphere, the Trauma Center series, and the award-winning Shin Megami Tensei series. For more information, visit http://www.atlus.com.

For breaking news, special promotions, insider info, and more, visit http://www.atlus.com/faithful to join the ranks of the Atlus Faithful!

©2009 ATLUS SHIN MEGAMI TENSEI and SMT are registered trademarks of Atlus U.S.A., Inc. Licensed to and published by Atlus U.S.A., Inc.

Shin Megami Tensei: Persona has not yet been rated by the ESRB.

every time i read this i fell very very very happy

[tman7776]

This isn't gonna have the unnecessary edits for an American Audience the original American release of the game had is it?

[Damien]

This isn't gonna have the unnecessary edits for an American Audience the original American release of the game had is it?

nopers

[ashgail]

As a PSP owner at last I feel the joy of having a great old school RPG. I hope the Snow Queen quest would be available this time around. Seen the videos on YouTube and it looks HOT!

p/s: if persona 2: Tsumi is translated, it'll be great!! i've played it once and if Atlus translates it, it'll be just cool

[NecroticSoul]

Friend of mine and I had been speculating when this announcement would be made. Just didn't make any sense not to bring it over. Anyway, is Amazon the best place to order it from? I would prefer that Atlus get as much as possible from the sale since they don't sell directly. Just thought I'd ask. Can't wait for this and the two other SMT games this year!

[Enzo_Kensei]

I knew I had a feeling that the NA version will come this fall. Nicely done Atlus USA. Another classic game. No doubt about it. ^^

What a quick announcement! Atlus USA sure loves us to the extent that they heard all our cries over the Persona game for the PSP. I'm excited as ever. ^^

Now is my time to witness the origins of the game which I considered one of the best. :D

[AdrianMorales]

Sweet!

[DrOrpheusTelos]

Finally another reason to buy a PSP and a major one too! I get a chance to play the first of the amazing persona series, thank you Atlus! :D

[Elimin8erX2]

Dang, this is the first game that has made me want to buy a PSP, I would love to play the first persona and see where it all started...

Oh well, guess I'll just be looking at screen shots to get my fill. lol.

But man, Atlus is all over the place this past month or so. First SMT: DS RKvKA, then Devil Survivor and now Persona. I'm impressed, now if there were only plans for an SMT for the PS3 I would be so happy XD

[animeziggy]

Go Team Venture! XD

Finally

[matmanx1]

Yay! Thanks Atlus! Having played the original release many moons ago and not understanding alot of what I was doing at the time I look forward to this newly updated offering. You guys rock!

[Mank]

Darn it, Atlus. Well, not you guys bringing it over, it's not your fault somebody thought it was a good idea to make it for the PSP for what, a few extra cutscenes, over the actual audience on the DS (I'm sure it could be done at the very least w/o cutting from the original on the higher memory DS carts).
Bleh, I'll have to think this over. As much as I DO want this, the PSP makes it really, really hard to justify buying it, what with like 90% of the good games for it being ports of games I already own anyway or having been ported to the PS2 in an attempt to actually make a profit. It's NOT region locked, is it? And is there anything at all significant coming up for the system at all? Bleh, seriously, not cool Atlus.

[Sanctine]

Darn it, Atlus. Well, not you guys bringing it over, it's not your fault somebody thought it was a good idea to make it for the PSP for what, a few extra cutscenes, over the actual audience on the DS (I'm sure it could be done at the very least w/o cutting from the original on the higher memory DS carts).
Bleh, I'll have to think this over. As much as I DO want this, the PSP makes it really, really hard to justify buying it, what with like 90% of the good games for it being ports of games I already own anyway or having been ported to the PS2 in an attempt to actually make a profit. It's NOT region locked, is it? And is there anything at all significant coming up for the system at all? Bleh, seriously, not cool Atlus.

Yeah, heaven forbid they should stray away from their safe zone, once in a while.

[DamageCity]

Darn it, Atlus. Well, not you guys bringing it over, it's not your fault somebody thought it was a good idea to make it for the PSP for what, a few extra cutscenes, over the actual audience on the DS (I'm sure it could be done at the very least w/o cutting from the original on the higher memory DS carts).
Bleh, I'll have to think this over. As much as I DO want this, the PSP makes it really, really hard to justify buying it, what with like 90% of the good games for it being ports of games I already own anyway or having been ported to the PS2 in an attempt to actually make a profit. It's NOT region locked, is it? And is there anything at all significant coming up for the system at all? Bleh, seriously, not cool Atlus.

Ha ha ha ha, somebody's mommy won't buy him a psp.

[Mank]

Darn it, Atlus. Well, not you guys bringing it over, it's not your fault somebody thought it was a good idea to make it for the PSP for what, a few extra cutscenes, over the actual audience on the DS (I'm sure it could be done at the very least w/o cutting from the original on the higher memory DS carts).
Bleh, I'll have to think this over. As much as I DO want this, the PSP makes it really, really hard to justify buying it, what with like 90% of the good games for it being ports of games I already own anyway or having been ported to the PS2 in an attempt to actually make a profit. It's NOT region locked, is it? And is there anything at all significant coming up for the system at all? Bleh, seriously, not cool Atlus.

Ha ha ha ha, somebody's mommy won't buy him a psp.

I have more than enough money for one, I just don't like the idea of spending the money for an entire SYSTEM for one remake. Heck, I'm likely to buy a DSi on launch, but I've never had even the vaguest interest in a PSP. It's just annoying that Atlus would shun such a massive amount of their consumer base for a few added features. Look at the number of people ON THIS THREAD that have either said "Darn it, I don't have a PSP so I can't get this" or "Darn it, now I have to buy a PSP".

[Zetsword]

Oh blargh not having a PSP!

[DamageCity]

I have more than enough money for one, I just don't like the idea of spending the money for an entire SYSTEM for one remake. Heck, I'm likely to buy a DSi on launch, but I've never had even the vaguest interest in a PSP. It's just annoying that Atlus would shun such a massive amount of their consumer base for a few added features. Look at the number of people ON THIS THREAD that have either said "Darn it, I don't have a PSP so I can't get this" or "Darn it, now I have to buy a PSP".

There are far more people on this thread with PSPs than not.

[Sanctine]

I have more than enough money for one, I just don't like the idea of spending the money for an entire SYSTEM for one remake. Heck, I'm likely to buy a DSi on launch, but I've never had even the vaguest interest in a PSP. It's just annoying that Atlus would shun such a massive amount of their consumer base for a few added features. Look at the number of people ON THIS THREAD that have either said "Darn it, I don't have a PSP so I can't get this" or "Darn it, now I have to buy a PSP".

Just FYI - Persona was released on the Playstation. Why a remake on the PSP comes as a disappointment to anyone is beyond me.

[Higurashi_HeadStab]

Yes! I've been waiting to play the fist one for soooooo long. Finally!

Now if only P2 would get a remake so my collection could be finished:)

[Moon Tear]

I cried when I looked at my email because I realized how I had to wait to get it.

[Stravagante]

:agree: And I can't wait for it, but at this rate I'll end giving Atlus every penny I earn, just for their MegaTen line :frown:
(They just send those e-mails to torture us)

[Inzaghi]

Atlus USA staffers are master trolls. I almost thought I was dealing with Sakurai again for a minute there.

Earlier today, I checked the forum and this subforum was up with a big NEVER in the sidebar. I thought it was hilarious, and in hindsight I wish I had screencapped it. That was brilliant trolling.

Anyways, day one.

No trolling involved. Every forum has a link to the last post in the "Last Post" field. For a new forum that has no posts yet, the "Last Post" field says "NEVER" because, well, there never have been any posts in it. It only said that for a couple minutes while the announcement thread was being composed.

[Vincent Alexander]

Just FYI - Persona was released on the Playstation. Why a remake on the PSP comes as a disappointment to anyone is beyond me.
Because of the reason you just stated.

[anbu]

atlus, wanna port this too on the ps2. hahahahaha. more sales = more profit~

psp = few ps2 = alot

just wishful thinking~

[Phoom]

Who knows, they might make port of it to PS2, just like Liberty City stories.

Looks like I can play this instead of converting my copy of Persona to my PSP. YAY

[Tsuko]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rz3E9_08s9s


WOW! that looks awesome, it shows a small bit from the Snow Queen quest, all the character designs are the original Japanese ones, and Atlus left the First Person dungeon crawling alone, OMFG im getting this day one

[Philemon]

All I can say is... I can't wait! :D Persona 1 is awesome!

[Souji_Seta]

Sssss-weet!!

[Marlonbr]

OH YEAH!!!!!
That's great!
May Atlus be Blessed!

[Saburo Hikari]

Looking at that trailer, the 1st person view actually looks like fun. I actually wasn't fond of that style until now for the PSP version.

[Emilio Morales]

Cool I can't wait!! Now I'm really glad I have a PSP!! :D But damn! I'll be bankrupt if ATLUS keep localizing games this quick @.@

[Daroki]

And is there anything at all significant coming up for the system at all? Bleh, seriously, not cool Atlus.

No, nothing significant coming out for the PSP at all. No Assassin's Creed, no Rock Band (read, Frequency/Amplitude), no FF: Dissidia, no Persona, no Madden, no Resistance Retribution, no Little Big Planet, nothing...

Not even a Hammerin' Hero.

Um, Mank, Sony at Destination Playstation dropped games for just about every genre for the system. Welcome to 2009, the "PSP has no games" mantra isn't true anymore. The PSP doesn't have the droves of games that the DS has, but most of the games are of pretty high quality.

[Mank]

And is there anything at all significant coming up for the system at all? Bleh, seriously, not cool Atlus.

No, nothing significant coming out for the PSP at all. No Assassin's Creed, no Rock Band (read, Frequency/Amplitude), no FF: Dissidia, no Persona, no Madden, no Resistance Retribution, no Little Big Planet, nothing...

Not even a Hammerin' Hero.

Um, Mank, Sony at Destination Playstation dropped games for just about every genre for the system. Welcome to 2009, the "PSP has no games" mantra isn't true anymore. The PSP doesn't have the droves of games that the DS has, but most of the games are of pretty high quality.
That was actually meant as a question, so thank you for answering it. Still, a LOT of that is far from my interests... Persona's something... and FF:Dissidia MIGHT be worth something (Is it out in Japan yet and if so how has it been recieved), although I'm still a little upset that they didn't go with Faris or Gilgamesh for V... I honestly have NOT been keeping up with upcoming releases for the system, so thanks for the update. I'll have to see how this summer plays out for me, anyway, to see whether or not I have any reason to pick up the system, depending on what comes out, how they turn out, what's announced, and how much cash I actually have to spare...

[Vincent Alexander]

And is there anything at all significant coming up for the system at all? Bleh, seriously, not cool Atlus.

No, nothing significant coming out for the PSP at all. No Assassin's Creed, no Rock Band (read, Frequency/Amplitude), no FF: Dissidia, no Persona, no Madden, no Resistance Retribution, no Little Big Planet, nothing...Not even a Hammerin' Hero.
That is a whole bunch of awful you just listed there with a bit of good mixed in. But it doesn't matter, since PSP already has a lot of great games out for it.

[100coins]

I just got rid of my psp, and now this happens!? I guess it's time to try to find a job....

[urmean15]

Well now that Persona 1 is being remade, here's hoping for something to happen to Shin Megami Tensei 1 and 2.

[Daroki]

And is there anything at all significant coming up for the system at all? Bleh, seriously, not cool Atlus.

No, nothing significant coming out for the PSP at all. No Assassin's Creed, no Rock Band (read, Frequency/Amplitude), no FF: Dissidia, no Persona, no Madden, no Resistance Retribution, no Little Big Planet, nothing...

Not even a Hammerin' Hero.

Um, Mank, Sony at Destination Playstation dropped games for just about every genre for the system. Welcome to 2009, the "PSP has no games" mantra isn't true anymore. The PSP doesn't have the droves of games that the DS has, but most of the games are of pretty high quality.
That was actually meant as a question, so thank you for answering it. Still, a LOT of that is far from my interests... Persona's something... and FF:Dissidia MIGHT be worth something (Is it out in Japan yet and if so how has it been recieved), although I'm still a little upset that they didn't go with Faris or Gilgamesh for V... I honestly have NOT been keeping up with upcoming releases for the system, so thanks for the update. I'll have to see how this summer plays out for me, anyway, to see whether or not I have any reason to pick up the system, depending on what comes out, how they turn out, what's announced, and how much cash I actually have to spare...

Sorry, the initial sound of the message got the "DS vs PSP flaming" nerve in me fired up. :) And this is looking like a banner year for the PSP with the amount of things coming up for it. If Rock Band is Frequency rebranded that immediately jumps up on my radar as a must get. Both Frequency and Amplitude were great games and the bridge between the Benimi games from Konami and the current set of Rock Band/Guitar Hero games (I won't mention Rock Revolution... yikes) that are filling shelf space up with plastic instruments.

The lineup for the system looks incredible, and I'm surprised when I track exactly how much I use it for games, because it seems like it's gathering dust. I think the most shocking thing is the diversity of the lineup. The above list doesn't even include Parasite Eve III (Third Birthday) which I'm actually looking forward to more than FFXIII Agito. I miss Aya Brea. :)

@Vincent Alexander
A whole lot of awful? Really? Having games which reach out to every main genre of gamer is awful?

Racing games? Motorstorm
Fighting games? Dissidia
RPGs? Persona/Third Birthday/FFXIII Agito
Platformers? Little Big Planet
Action Adventure? Assassin's Creed
Tween games? Hannah Montana
Casual games? Petz
FPS? Resistance

It's not that they're awful, it's that they're shotgunning this thing to try to appeal to gamers of all ages, both genders, and all likes. No one's going to get everything they announced. No one's going to like everything they announced. Most people are going to react with the same "some good with a lot of awful" reaction, but there's a strategy involved, which is that the opinions of many in what's in the good and awful piles will be completely different.

[bullman422]

Amazing! It sort of makes me wish I actually had a PSP. I can't wait to see how Mark's new and improved look as the only African American in Japan will come out.

Huh? What that you're saying? He's not.............

[Vincent Alexander]

@Vincent Alexander
A whole lot of awful? Really? Having games which reach out to every main genre of gamer is awful?

Racing games? Motorstorm
Fighting games? Dissidia
RPGs? Persona/Third Birthday/FFXIII Agito
Platformers? Little Big Planet
Action Adventure? Assassin's Creed
Tween games? Hannah Montana
Casual games? Petz
FPS? Resistance

It's not that they're awful, it's that they're shotgunning this thing to try to appeal to gamers of all ages, both genders, and all likes. No one's going to get everything they announced. No one's going to like everything they announced. Most people are going to react with the same "some good with a lot of awful" reaction, but there's a strategy involved, which is that the opinions of many in what's in the good and awful piles will be completely different.
You lost me when you said something about appealing to everyone. I'm not everyone. I'm me. Those games are mostly ####. Thank you.

[unknown]

What happened to the Gran Turismo PSP game?

[bodrock]

Buying this on day 1, no doubt.

[Delition]

You lost me when you said something about appealing to everyone. I'm not everyone. I'm me. Those games are mostly ####. Thank you.

Seconded. Out of all of the PSP titles mentioned on this board lately, I'm only interested in a slight few. I'm fully in support of the PSP, but only when it comes to releasing games that I actually give a damn about.

[cj iwakura]

The PSP has no shortage of awesome games, you just have to look.


And for racing, your best bet is either Wipeout or Initial D: Street Stage(import).

Beyond that, there's DJ MAX(best portable music game around; import and US), MGS Portable, Dracula X, Lumines, Yggdra Union, Riviera, Silent Hill 0, FFT, Valkyrie Profile, etc.

The system does have something for everyone.

[Kik]

Amazing! It sort of makes me wish I actually had a PSP. I can't wait to see how Mark's new and improved look as the only African American in Japan will come out.

Huh? What that you're saying? He's not.............

Haha, really, am I the only one that thought Mark was awesome black? My 2nd fav. character behind Chris. I can understand hating the fact they changed the content of a game so much to appeal to the West, but the Japanese "Mark" looks damn annoying to me... like some high pitched stoner little brother. Doesn't seem suited to wield an axe. And besides, white Mark looks like he would be a TERRIBLE dancer! Certainly, not a seductive dancer...

http://hg101.classicgaming.gamespy.com/megaten/persona-2.png

[Damien]

Man, I can’t believe all the people complaining about Persona making it to PSP! >-< Persona has always been on the playstation brand, not to mention we’re talking about a remake of a playstation game. If you ask me it was about time PSP got some SMT love (it already has apt Atlus support).

Remakes on the PS2 at this point are largely viewed as a waste to many developers with the presence of the PS3 and I’m certain that Atlus would rather make P5 than remake P1 on PS3. So in reality the PSP is the best way to go at this point seeing as the game doesn’t require a very great deal of redevelopment when being developed on the playstation handheld.

[unknown]

Gah, I'm getting kind of worried now about the music now.

http://xcomprandomness.co.uk/2009/02/27/meguro-writes-only-a-selection-of-tracks-will-be-in-persona-psp/

[Kakizaki]

^I guess I really don't understand the feeling that things need to be "popped" up. :/

[Sseklebeast]

As much as I enjoyed music in P3/P4 I can only imagine ( never played the original Persona ) that the music in P1 was fine as is and does not need a pop overhaul. It seems silly IMO.

[Hraesvelgr]

As much as I enjoyed music in P3/P4 I can only imagine ( never played the original Persona ) that the music in P1 was fine as is and does not need a pop overhaul. It seems silly IMO.

It was. I can't claim to recall every track (been a while since I last played it), but I've always thought P1 had the best OST in the Persona series. I'm not particularly against the music being rearranged, but I'd rather it not be loaded with vocal tracks, like in P3 and P4.

[Tatsuya]

As much as i do like those sample tracks (yes, i said it), i really will miss the original soundtrack, i just hope meguro does it justice and doesn't go to far.

[Daroki]

You lost me when you said something about appealing to everyone. I'm not everyone. I'm me. Those games are mostly ####. Thank you.

No, the fact that you said there was some good mixed in means that their strategy succeeded. They appealed to you.

They don't need to appeal to you with EVERYTHING, but if they pique your interest (and at the very least Atlus did, you're posting on a PSP game's thread) they succeeded.

You're welcome.

[Vincent Alexander]

You lost me when you said something about appealing to everyone. I'm not everyone. I'm me. Those games are mostly ####. Thank you.

No, the fact that you said there was some good mixed in means that their strategy succeeded. They appealed to you.

They don't need to appeal to you with EVERYTHING, but if they pique your interest (and at the very least Atlus did, you're posting on a PSP game's thread) they succeeded.

You're welcome.
You are doing a great job of mixing your words to make it sound like Sony and the individual companies who are making the games are one giant entity. They aren't.

[Soushi_Grapple]

Youre saying it's still first person, not third like persona 2? Lame. I'll pick this up (traded my original copy since I hated the changes and the 1st person) but not sure if I'll play it. ;(

[Tatsuya]

Youre saying it's still first person, not third like persona 2? Lame. I'll pick this up (traded my original copy since I hated the changes and the 1st person) but not sure if I'll play it. ;(

Trust me, give it a shot, when you first play a first person rpg you'll feel like it's inferior, but if you give it an hour or 2 it grows on you.

Still, it's your choice.

[unknown]

What's wrong with it being first person?

[DamageCity]

You just can't please everyone.

[TheMagicHat]

I thought the first person was just for exploration anyways, while battles and whatever had the same overhead view as P2.

Or has it really been that long since I've played P1?

[bullman422]

Persona one is perhaps one of the few games where I actually enjoyed dungeon exploring in first person view (Sega's Shining in the Darkness was the other game). I agree. At first it might seem annoying but it does sort of grows on you.

[Tsuko]

I liked the First Person dungeon crawling because its traditional SMT style
Shin Megami Tensei, SMT2, SMT If, the two NES Megami Tensei games all first person

[Tatsuya]

What's wrong with it being first person?

If that was aimed at me, absolutely nothing, i have no problems with first person view as long as you can see the characters at some point.

Also, for those who care, 2 more music samples are up on the japanese site.

http://persona.atlusnet.jp/special/sound.html

[Kakizaki]

^I'm pretty sure that wasn't aimed at you. ;)

[Tatsuya]

^I'm pretty sure that wasn't aimed at you. ;)

Probably not, but i still felt i should answer.

To be honest, if it wasn't for shining the holy ark, i don't know if i'd have ever tried persona, mainly since that was my first game in the niche area, it was also 100% first person.

[Kakizaki]

I enjoyed StHA, but it kind of cheats in first person. Your party members leap out and you can clearly see them. I don't think there was anything wrong with that. I kind of liked it.

[massaker]

Nocturne has a first person option after beating the game too. I hope they have the option in the next SMT game.

[bodrock]

Sounds very much like their more recent games -- I can diggit.

I will be pre-ordering this game ASAP.

[unknown]

What's wrong with it being first person?

If that was aimed at me, absolutely nothing, i have no problems with first person view as long as you can see the characters at some point.

Also, for those who care, 2 more music samples are up on the japanese site.

http://persona.atlusnet.jp/special/sound.html

Yeah, I was responding to the poster above you.

[Gen Eric Gui]

Nocturne has a first person option after beating the game too. I hope they have the option in the next SMT game.


Wait...It does? Where? I don't remember that option. All I remember getting on my second playthrough was a cool jacket and my old compendium.

[massaker]

Nocturne has a first person option after beating the game too. I hope they have the option in the next SMT game.


Wait...It does? Where? I don't remember that option. All I remember getting on my second playthrough was a cool jacket and my old compendium.

Press select. :D

From what I've read, havn't tried it myself. Also you can get an extra press turn icon like the bosses, you probably know about that though.

[Kakizaki]

^You are correct. There is a first person option available after your first play through.

[Aegis Ages]

I am so happy!
A good PSP RPG!
I've been wanting one so badly!
My PSP is nearly dead since I don't play much (or charge) since RPG's are scarce.

Thanks Atlus!

[Samarecarm]

EDIT: never mind

[Emilio Morales]

Does Atlus USA plans to keep the same cover as the Japanese game?

http://persona.atlusnet.jp/product/index.html

[cj iwakura]

Oh, I hope so.

[bullman422]

I just took a look at all the videos on gameplay and characters for p1. Funny how after playing the original for so many times that I knew exactly what was going on during every scene. Despite the updated music, cut scenes, and gameplay it is still looks like the same old Persona to me which of course is a good thing.

While I have no problem with it being on PSP, it would sort of be nice/smart if Atlus eventually ported it to the PS2. It's not like they would have to do a heck of a lot of additional work to convert it and it has proven to be profitable for companies like Rockstar who did that with several of their PSP games.

[anbu]

official psp art cover

http://i651.photobucket.com/albums/uu232/anbu-black-ops/pix_090317_persona.jpg

i always wonder, who's that persona at the background??? i see that persona in the original psx cover but i dont know who it is or if it is in the game.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D3126B_SMqA&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q6UpOGbUUn8&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b14ltvvOc38&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Id5nTb6nFs&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NXWwT7QfpIc&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0QvCZG6N2sA&feature=related

edit: fixed the image~ for the psp cover. it looks good.

[Tatsuya]

^^^After watching those videos, at least i know they kept the character music mostly unchanged.

[Emilio Morales]

official psp art cover

i always wonder, who's that persona at the background??? i see that persona in the original psx cover but i dont know who it is or if it is in the game.

It's Visnu. The same as my avatar! :D

[anbu]

thanks, ill try and search it on youtube for some vids. i never get to see that persona when i was playing the psx game long time ago.

im hoping they dont change the pharmancy music (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rs3BY-K8e4w&feature=related). lol.

[Samarecarm]

official psp art cover

http://i651.photobucket.com/albums/uu232/anbu-black-ops/pix_090317_persona.jpg

i always wonder, who's that persona at the background??? i see that persona in the original psx cover but i dont know who it is or if it is in the game.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D3126B_SMqA&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q6UpOGbUUn8&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b14ltvvOc38&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Id5nTb6nFs&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NXWwT7QfpIc&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0QvCZG6N2sA&feature=related

edit: fixed the image~ for the psp cover. it looks good.

Though I bookmarked the Japanese page, I appreciate you posting these links (and putting the videos on YouTube, if you did) here so conveniently.

[Foobar]

I never get the system fanboys, sheesh.

I'm not PSP's biggest fan, in fact, I still don't have one because I mostly don't care about playing PS2 ports or games they could have just made on PS2 or PS3. But you can't deny that if you're an RPG gamer right now, you're eventually going to want a DS and a PSP, because RPGs are still few and far between on the newer consoles.

Persona was just the thing to push me to finally really want a PSP, there had been plenty of PSP RPGs before Persona that I wanted, but not enough original titles otherwise. I guess I'll just stick to its RPGs.

Though I must chuckle when someone says such-and-such is a Playstation brand. Nothing like that matters these days, they said that about Final Fantasy and then were shocked when SE got cozy with Nintendo again and starting publishing and creating games for Xbox 360. Persona is a spin-off of the SMT franchise that's appeared on Sony's consoles, yes, but the rest of the Shin Megami Tensei franchise has been known to move around. There were Saturn and Nintendo games before, a DS game to come, the Devil Children/DemiKids thing and then its streak on PS2 which looks to be coming to a close this year.

Atlus certainly squeezed everything out of SMT they possibly could have for PS2, I'll give them that. Appreciate it, too. o.o/

[Kakizaki]

^Were those comments in response to comments elsewhere? Because I'm not seeing too many people complaining here.

[Zacewing]

I still don't quite know if I want to buy this game. Maybe I'll rent it and see if I like it before I buy it.

Hopefully they include the Snow Queen quest in the US version this time around, though.

[Kakizaki]

^Why wouldn't it be included?

Why do people still think this way?...

[Tatsuya]

New music tracks are up on the japanese site:

http://persona.atlusnet.jp/special/sound.html

It's pretty obvious that no 10 is deva yuga.

[Inzaghi]

Also, an update that seems directed specifically at Kaki: ta-da (http://persona.atlusnet.jp/system/system03.html)!

[Rocket Science]

So does that mean changing a character's position on the field no longer forces them to defend? Thank goodness for that. I can recall many times in the original where a fight would have been so much easier if I had been able to change the formation without wasting a turn.

[HimeKakyuu]

Is there a release date yet?

[Emilio Morales]

^April 29th in Japan, as far as I know. I hope I'm not screwing the date with something else :S

[Zacewing]

^Why wouldn't it be included?

Why do people still think this way?...

You have a point. Atlus' localizations are much better than they were in 1996, that's for sure.

[bullman422]

^Why wouldn't it be included?

Why do people still think this way?...

You have a point. Atlus' localizations are much better than they were in 1996, that's for sure.

Much better localization and no time constraints which was the real reason we got screwed us out of the snow queen quest in the first place.

I'm also wondering if they will take out that annoying habit in the game to keep your team members stuck in reverse order if they are ever a victim of a surprise attack from behind. Every time that happened you were forced to go into the formation section in order to undo it.

[Kakizaki]

^How was that such a chore? You could save formations. During battle you could just select one and switch. Sure it used up a turn, but big deal. That was just one of the factors of the game.

[Samarecarm]

I will be playing the original U.S. version of the game in anticipation for this one and I've never played it before. Strangely, my Persona experiences have begun in almost backwards order; Actually, not really, just shuffled (3, fes, 4, IS, EP, revelations) Anybody with me?

[Kenji]

Same order for me, except I won't be playing Revelations. Too damned expensive.

I will buy this version, though, first day. :D

[Zacewing]

I played P2IS on an emulator before, but I got stuck at the first dungeon.

[Samarecarm]

Same order for me, except I won't be playing Revelations. Too damned expensive.

I will buy this version, though, first day. :D

Ah, the reason why I'm forcing myself to play it is because I'd like to know what's going on when I import this new Japanese version. But actually, I may resort to watching a playthrough instead which can be more insightful sometimes. I would rather not have my jiten handy and try to translate everything on the screen which, sadly, I will have to do. I won't wait until the "Fall" to experience this one!

[Zacewing]

Same order for me, except I won't be playing Revelations. Too damned expensive.

I will buy this version, though, first day. :D

Ah, the reason why I'm forcing myself to play it is because I'd like to know what's going on when I import this new Japanese version. But actually, I may resort to watching a playthrough instead which can be more insightful sometimes. I would rather not have my jiten handy and try to translate everything on the screen which, sadly, I will have to do. I won't wait until the "Fall" to experience this one!

Why are you importing the Japanese version when there's an English version being released?

[Enzeru]

Same order for me, except I won't be playing Revelations. Too damned expensive.

I will buy this version, though, first day. :D

Ah, the reason why I'm forcing myself to play it is because I'd like to know what's going on when I import this new Japanese version. But actually, I may resort to watching a playthrough instead which can be more insightful sometimes. I would rather not have my jiten handy and try to translate everything on the screen which, sadly, I will have to do. I won't wait until the "Fall" to experience this one!

Why are you importing the Japanese version when there's an English version being released?
I'd assume the bolded part would be why.

[Zacewing]

Considering how early it was announced, I can't imagine having to wait that long to get it over here.

Since Atlus USA says "Fall", I'd say it'll be out in September at the latest.

Still, though, I wouldn't import the game if it's coming out here.

[DamageCity]

Uhg the soundtrack was fine why'd they have to go messing around with it.

http://persona.atlusnet.jp/special/sound.html

and what the hell is this song!

http://persona.atlusnet.jp/system/system01.html

*barfs uncontrollably*

[pushkin]

There was a cell phone game that had some sort of side story and was only released in Japan. Is there any word on whether the dungeons from that game would be included? Not really that important of a thing to add, but it would be nice to have some extra dungeons to play through. The only information I can find about it is here:

http://www.bbmf.co.jp/release/PDF_files/game2006113003.pdf

[Oni-Kagura]

I can deny it no longer - I need to buy a PSP. :very_sad:

Also, why are we getting a remake of P1 before a localization of Innocent Sin? :question:

[Inzaghi]

Also, why are we getting a remake of P1 before a localization of Innocent Sin? :question:

Because Atlus Japan decided to remake P1 on PSP, which is a more viable system to release games on than a platform that died almost ten years ago. If they decide to also remake P2 on PSP, we'll consider that too.

[Oni-Kagura]

Because Atlus Japan decided to remake P1 on PSP, which is a more viable system to release games on than a platform that died almost ten years ago. If they decide to also remake P2 on PSP, we'll consider that too.

Nah, I understand. I was just trying to inject a little sarcasm into my post. :p

And "consider" is an understatement - "Persona" is the goose laying the golden eggs for Atlus right now.

[Xbladez]

sounds good now just bring the rest of the classics back out on the newer systems

[Kenji]

Also, why are we getting a remake of P1 before a localization of Innocent Sin?
You do realize that there's a translation patch for Innocent Sin, right?

[Oni-Kagura]

Also, why are we getting a remake of P1 before a localization of Innocent Sin?
You do realize that there's a translation patch for Innocent Sin, right?

Yes, but a true-blue localization has been long overdue, given that they released the direct sequel without ever releasing the first P2. Personally, I've thought it would make a great bundle, or even preorder, incentive, ever since I learned that there'd be a Persona 3... but that's clearly not going to happen.

However, I do have an import of IS, on display with the rest of my SMT paraphernalia.

[Chidori Boy Uchiha]

i have a question

will the remake of persona 1 will have 3d characters when talking fighting or anything like that (ya know like p3 and p4)

[Zacewing]

i have a question

will the remake of persona 1 will have 3d characters when talking fighting or anything like that (ya know like p3 and p4)

There aren't any graphical changes as far as I know, aside from the new CG cutscenes.

[Chidori Boy Uchiha]

i have a question

will the remake of persona 1 will have 3d characters when talking fighting or anything like that (ya know like p3 and p4)

There aren't any graphical changes as far as I know, aside from the new CG cutscenes.


damn, but i don't care that much cuz it's persona after all then it's gonna be good

[Zacewing]

i have a question

will the remake of persona 1 will have 3d characters when talking fighting or anything like that (ya know like p3 and p4)

There aren't any graphical changes as far as I know, aside from the new CG cutscenes.


damn, but i don't care that much cuz it's persona after all then it's gonna be good

If you've only played Persona 3 and 4, you might be in for a surprise.

[Aegis Ages]

I hope they give some updates on this game soon!
I really hope it is great!
So happy there will be more PSP RPG's!!!
Always appreciated!

[Raven_Yuri]

I think this will be interesting as i did lay the first persona game for the psx and should have kept it but it got lost in a move :(. Though i do agree with some of the other posters from earlier that they should consider bringing the soul hacker series too. And i would like to see and orginal cut of persona 2 as i had heard the american addition we got was edited, i think.. Anyone feel free to correct me if i'm wrong but yea..would be awesome to get the first 2 on the psp and the soul hacker series as well.

[RivalShadeX]

Has there been a release date set for the U.S. release yet?

[Pibbman]

Has there been a release date set for the U.S. release yet?

Nope, far as we know it's just Fall 09.

[RivalShadeX]

Has there been a release date set for the U.S. release yet?

Nope, far as we know it's just Fall 09.
You know we keep talking in 2 or 3 different forums... XD

Just figured since it's been announced for a few months, figured they may have dropped a date.

[Pibbman]

Has there been a release date set for the U.S. release yet?

Nope, far as we know it's just Fall 09.
You know we keep talking in 2 or 3 different forums... XD

Just figured since it's been announced for a few months, figured they may have dropped a date.

Sadly no.

Yeah, I just hit the "New Posts" link everytime near the top and just read whatever is listed to have a new post in it. haha. I should just PM you my IM name or whatever, but I dont even know if you use any IM service. It's always fun to talk to other SMT fans.

[bullman422]

^How was that such a chore? You could save formations. During battle you could just select one and switch. Sure it used up a turn, but big deal. That was just one of the factors of the game.

I didn't say "chore" but "annoying". But anyway I did fail to clarify my statement a little bit. I already knew about saving your formations (which I have done several times) and I think it is fair enough to have loose a turn if you want to readjust your party during battles. But should you decide not to do that, why should your team stay in that same reversed order after the battle? That thing sort of annoyed me as sometimes I would forget and then have to face the very next demon is the same messed up order. Again it wasn't a big deal but slightly annoying and since the last poster was listing things they could improve, I thought that might be another suggestion.


And i would like to see and orginal cut of persona 2 as i had heard the american addition we got was edited, i think.. Anyone feel free to correct me if i'm wrong but yea..would be awesome to get the first 2 on the psp and the soul hacker series as well.

I never heard of that before but you are probably referring to Ulala dropping the F-bomb during her after battle statement. They only slightly bleeped it out to where you can still obviously make out what she said. I think that is the only edit in the game so I wouldn't loose too much sleep over it.

[itian_kyuletot]

yahoo! now ill get to play the old game!http://therattle.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/persona-4-3.jpg

[Chromanin]

I don't own a PSP, but I'm definitely going to buy one for this, and Class of Heroes coming out in June only gives me more incentive.

Can we expect an Innocent Sin and Eternal Punishment port in the future, Atlus(please say "yes.")?

[yunacliare]

wow cool ^_^
can't wait, can't wait, can't wait!!!!! ~jumping around~

[DoctorPayne]

Hey guys, first time poster here! I was just watching an E3 interview with Atlus' Nich Maragos on Giant Bomb. Seventeen seconds in, the screen in the background changes to show some exciting information:

Persona is coming in September! And from the image, it looks like it will include the 2-disc soundtrack set that came with the game in Japan. Video can be found here: http://www.giantbomb.com/e3-2009-interview-persona-psp/17-829/

[Zacewing]

Awesome. I knew it was gonna be September. >_>

[Emilio Morales]

Ok, Mr. Wallet, I hope you're full of money by September!

[unknown]

http://www.gametrailers.com/video/e3-09-persona/51188

Atlus walkthrough of the Persona demo at E3, pretty cool, let's you see the new interface, and some other stuff.

The guy mentions voice acting, I think he might be talking about the battle grunts and stuff, but I'm not 100% sure.

I really wish this was coming out during the summer...

[Pibbman]

Wow thanks for posting that unknown, somehow I completely missed that video on GT.

[Tom]

"The guy mentions voice acting, I think he might be talking about the battle grunts and stuff, but I'm not 100% sure."

Have you noticed you carry more than one "you" in yourself? Perhaps the merciful you? The graceful angel you? ...Or the cruel, demonic you. We live behind many masks, and you may at this moment be living behind a mask... But you claimed your name, proving you know who you really are. I admire your strong will, and bestow my power unto you... Persona! The power to call on others within you! Sometimes merciful, sometimes cruel... These selves are embedded deep within your soul."

That part HAS to be voice acted. It's from the English PS1 release, after all. ;)

[unknown]

I still think Atlus should get Morgon Freeman to do Philemon's voice.

[AnimeChixRHawt]

Im really excited for this game i have been playing p3 and p4 on my ps3 non stop lol *getting good use outta my next gen console* i really cant wait to see how the series began :D. *im just hoping for the next Persona to be on the ps3 :D highly doubtful but it would be nice :D* Oh and can anybody help me with my signature lol, i want to put my ps3 trophy card in it but its not working anybody got some tips :D.

[Enzo_Kensei]

Whew! Its been a while since I last posted here. I'm drooling over the Persona package, full-two disc soundtrack sure is a sweet deal! ^^

[Joker-sama]

If by truth I have some teribble feelings about this. I dislike 3d and 4th Personas, and new opening looks such alike with them... I think it's all because of Hashino. Since Okada-sama leaved Atlus serial begun go down. Revelations, IS and EP are great games. 3d is datesim, with one&only battle location. Graphic style of 4th is horrible...
I'm glad Atlus decided to do this remake, but opening has killed me.

[Crimson Cloud]

Out of all Persona games, this is the one I didn't play. I'll get it for sure as I heard that original was awesome.

[Quig]

After reading about the Snow Queen Quest on RPGfan.com, I am totally pumped for the challenge. Can't wait for this to come out in a few weeks!!!!!!! I doubt I'll be able to finish this before Demon's Soul comes two weeks later. I know I won't be able to with college and the little one... Damn, sleepless nights are coming back...

[TokohashiBenjima]

well i already got the game. the problem is that after the opening scene it goes blank. maybe what i got is only a trailer huh. man this sucks and i'm practically drooling over to play it as soon as i got home

[DamageCity]

well i already got the game. the problem is that after the opening scene it goes blank. maybe what i got is only a trailer huh. man this sucks and i'm practically drooling over to play it as soon as i got home

Can't you just send the disc back and get a new one?

[Inzaghi]

well i already got the game. the problem is that after the opening scene it goes blank. maybe what i got is only a trailer huh. man this sucks and i'm practically drooling over to play it as soon as i got home

Interesting trick of getting the game a full two weeks before it's released. Mind taking a photo of your copy?

[Zacewing]

well i already got the game. the problem is that after the opening scene it goes blank. maybe what i got is only a trailer huh. man this sucks and i'm practically drooling over to play it as soon as i got home

Interesting trick of getting the game a full two weeks before it's released. Mind taking a photo of your copy?

Pwnt.

[TokohashiBenjima]

well i didn't buy the disc, i got the iso version of the game. argh now that i think of it it's hijacked. yea well probably going to wait for another month. you can check it out here

[yeah no. -Inzaghi]

i don't know wether this is an official version or no

[unknown]

Wow, you are so banned man.

[DamageCity]

Wow, you are so banned man.

It's quite ballsy actually... or just plain stupid.

[Zacewing]

@Tokohashi

Your stupidity makes me laugh. SO hard.

[Kenji]

And on Atlus's own forums, no less...!

Simply amazing.

[Kakizaki]

Wow, people amaze me.....

[Yukichin]

I think this is the only thing that can sum up our feelings about that...

http://img178.imageshack.us/img178/5844/facepalm.gif

[Lorinosan]

I suppose I should come out of my post hiatus...

Sadly, I ended up canceling my order via Amazon. Mainly, because I just realized I'd be buying a PSP for one game. I think it's just silly at this point since I have too much crap to play on other consoles as it is. I love SMT (and Persona) as it is but I just wish this game had been on the DS or something else I actually own (360, Wii, PS2).

Oh well...to those of you that pre-ordered, enjoy the game and the soundtrack.

[DamageCity]

I suppose I should come out of my post hiatus...


LOL!

Oh well...to those of you that pre-ordered, enjoy the game and the soundtrack.


Will do.