Yuri Lowenthal’s comments about the possibility of a Persona 4 remake have turned many heads and it is definitely possible. Lowenthal shared on social media he will not come back to voice the character, despite his efforts to attain the role.
The veteran voice actor stated that he tried asking about the supposed Persona 4 remake project many times but the people working on it did not reach out to him. Although they haven’t announced a remake yet, Lowenthal’s remark is a strong indication that Atlus may be working on it.
Voice Acting Industry Challenges and Strike Impact
These developments come alongside the ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike, which voice actors are protesting for more protections against the use of artificial intelligence in their industry. Lowenthal did not say whether the ongoing labour dispute affected the casting for the possible remake, as she is a member of SAG-AFTRA.
Discussions between the union and gaming firms are continuing, and industry sources suggest they are nowhere close to an agreement.
Mounting Evidence Points to Remake Development
Recently, people have been talking and speculating about a Persona 4 remake. The gaming industry was abuzz earlier this year thanks to a domain name registration related to the project. Fresh leaks and leak information have further stoked these rumours.
Although there has been no official confirmation, Lowenthal’s public announcement is the clearest sign yet that a remake is in the works.
Franchise Momentum Following Persona 3 Success
It would make sense for a Persona 4 remake to come out after the success of Persona 3 Reload. That title got a lot of praise and showed that there’s a strong market for updated versions of classic Persona entries.
Persona 3 Reload was shown off during the Xbox Game Showcase in the middle of 2023. This sets the precedent for a potential Persona 4 remake announcement during an upcoming summer gaming event or showcase.
Upcoming Persona Content and Future Prospects
While fans wait to hear if a Persona 4 remake is officially in the works, the franchise is still going to get some other stuff in the near future. The Phantom X, a Persona 5 mobile and PC spin-off title is set to launch on 26 June 2025. This will give players extra content from the Persona universe.
With several industry events and showcase on the horizon, it is the summer gaming season. Atlus could officially announce the Persona 4 remake at one of these events. Gamers should keep their eyes on this for any confirmation or new information regarding the future of their beloved series.