Atlus has long been seen as an underdog in the gaming realm, overshadowed by industry giants like Square Enix and Bandai Namco. However, recent years have marked a significant turning point for the developer known for the acclaimed Persona and Shin Megami Tensei franchises. The year 2024 was particularly noteworthy, as Atlus not only released the highly praised remake, Persona 3 Reload, and the re-release of Shin Megami Tensei 5: Vengeance, but also launched the Game of the Year nominee, Metaphor: ReFantazio. Additionally, the Atlus-published title Unicorn Overlord from Vanillaware received an enthusiastic reception when it hit the market back in March.
In stark contrast, 2025 appears to be less eventful for Atlus. As it stands, the company has not officially outlined its release agenda for next year. This uncertainty sharply contrasts with December 2023, when Atlus had already announced many forthcoming titles for 2024. Today, however, aside from the revelation of Persona 5: The Phantom X, which is a gacha RPG for PC and mobile, very little is known about Atlus’ planned projects.
Atlus’s 2025 Release Schedule Remains Unclear
A Potential Western Release for Persona 5: The Phantom X
As indicated by its title, Persona 5: The Phantom X serves as a spin-off of the beloved 2016 JRPG Persona 5. Notably, this installment is not being developed by Atlus but by Perfect World Games, a studio based in China. Although the game has been in open beta since April in select regions such as China and South Korea, an official launch window is yet to be established, and there have been no concrete announcements regarding its Western availability—though plans for a Japanese release are confirmed.
Despite the lack of detailed communication from Atlus and its parent company Sega concerning Western availability, both have expressed interest in international releases. During an event in Shanghai on July 12, 2024, developers from both studios confirmed intentions to release Persona 5: The Phantom X globally, including plans to expand to consoles. Given that the Persona franchise now embraces multiple platforms, it’s reasonable to expect the game to launch on PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo systems in the near future.
The enthusiasm surrounding the game’s international debut fuels speculation that a Western release could occur in 2025. Compounding this notion, Sega has registered the domain Persona5X.com, hinting that an official announcement regarding its global launch might be on the horizon.
Anticipation for Persona 6: New Details Could Emerge in 2025
In discussing upcoming titles, it’s impossible not to highlight the anticipated release of Persona 6. Although an official announcement is pending, hints about its development have surfaced in job postings and interviews with Atlus developers over the years, suggesting its existence is almost guaranteed. As one of the most awaited JRPGs in recent memory, concrete details remain scarce, with most information being derived from rumors and unofficial leaks.
Insiders, such as Head on the Block, have speculated that Persona 6 may adopt a green color palette reminiscent of its predecessors. The game is rumored to feature dual protagonists—one male and one female—drawing on themes of Yin and Yang. Although the legitimacy of these claims is uncertain, it is likely that, similar to Persona 5: The Phantom X, Persona 6 will launch across multiple platforms.
Notably, Persona 6 was absent at The Game Awards 2024, raising doubts about its possible debut next year, given the limited available information. Nonetheless, fans could be treated to new details in 2025, potentially through announcements during major events like the Xbox Showcase, PlayStation State of Play, or a Nintendo Switch reveal. While excitement runs high, it’s essential to temper expectations as no definitive plans have been confirmed.
Potential Surprises from Atlus in 2025
Rumors abound regarding potential Atlus releases in 2025. Recent updates to the Steam achievements list suggest that remasters of the classic Devil Summoner: Raidou Kuzunoha titles are currently in development. Additionally, there are whispers of remastered versions of Persona 1 and Persona 2 being prepared, according to leaker RyanFromTheBronx. Since these games are reportedly receiving remasters rather than complete remakes like Persona 3 Reload, a release in 2025 appears feasible.
The Raidou Kuzunoha games, released exclusively for the PS2 between 2006 and 2008, remain cult classics within the JRPG community. Should the rumored remasters materialize, they could indeed revive interest in this iconic series.
Moreover, RyanFromTheBronx also mentioned possible mobile game spin-offs of both Metaphor: ReFantazio and Shin Megami Tensei under development for Netflix. While details surrounding these projects are scarce—and should be approached with caution—their existence, if verified, could lead to exciting releases in 2025.
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