Atlus is gearing up for some exciting announcements as they approach the 30th anniversary of the Persona series in 2026! Recently, 4Gamer shared insights from their annual feature that highlights the ambitions of Japanese video game creators for the upcoming year. In this edition, 194 talented individuals were interviewed, including seven key figures from Atlus, who expressed their hopes and expectations for 2026.
Yosuke Uda (2nd Creative Department – P Studio)
Yosuke Uda serves as a business producer and planner for Atlus, primarily focusing on games from the Persona Team, such as the recently released Persona 3 Reload and Persona 5: The Phantom X.
When asked about his aspirations for 2026 and his message to 4Gamer readers, he remarked: "We’re thrilled to have reached the half-anniversary of Persona 5: The Phantom X. Our entire P-Studio team is committed to maintaining this momentum. As we look ahead to elevating the Persona series even further, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your ongoing support as we step into 2026!"
Atsushi Kitajoh (Atlus Sound Team)
As a composer for the Atlus Sound Team, Atsushi Kitajoh has contributed his talents to various projects, including the Persona 4 Arena series and Persona 3 Reload.
When asked about his goals for 2026, he shared: "The Nintendo Switch 2 version of Persona 3 Reload has just launched, which I worked on. With many other titles set to release around the year-end and New Year period, it’s a busy time! Given the resurgence of influenza this winter and the chilly weather, I believe staying in and enjoying video games is the perfect way to spend your time—just remember to get some exercise too!"
Shigeo Komori (1st Creative Department)
Shigeo Komori, who has directed the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Persona 3 Reload, has also been involved in creating scenarios for the Shin Megami Tensei and Etrian Odyssey series.
Regarding his aspirations for 2026, he expressed: "I’m relieved that the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Persona 3 Reload has been released smoothly. I hope you enjoy playing it in various settings—whether that’s cozying up in bed, leveling up during your commute, or immersing yourself in thrilling scenes on a big-screen TV at home. Currently, we’re brainstorming new ideas for our next title, engaging in passionate discussions with the team. It’s a challenging yet exhilarating process!"
Shinjiro Takada (1st Creative Department)
As the product manager for the 1st Creative Department at Atlus, Shinjiro Takada oversees the Shin Megami Tensei series and has previously worked on titles like Devil Survivor and Shin Megami Tensei V.
On his aspirations for 2026, he stated: "In June 2025, we launched Raidou Remastered, followed by the Switch 2 version of Persona 3 Reload in October. After managing demos and patches, we hoped things would settle down, but it seems we’ll need a bit more time before we can share our next project."
Atsushi Nomura (2nd Creative Department – P Studio)
Serving as a producer for Atlus’ 2nd Creative Department, Atsushi Nomura has played a role in the remastered version of Persona 4 Golden and Persona 5 Tactica.
When asked about his hopes for 2026, he mentioned: "2026 marks a significant milestone as it celebrates the 30th anniversary of the Persona series, which debuted in 1996 with Revelations: Persona. We extend our deepest gratitude to both our long-time fans and newcomers alike. We are excited to see the Persona series reach an even wider audience this year, and we look forward to celebrating this occasion together with all of you! We’re also eager to share more details regarding Persona 4 Revival, and we truly appreciate your continued support!"
Kazuyuki Yamai (1st Creative Department)
Kazuyuki Yamai serves as a director in the 1st Creative Department, focusing on the Shin Megami Tensei series and has contributed to titles like Shin Megami Tensei IV and Raidou Remastered.
Speaking on his aspirations for 2026, he said: "As part of Atlus, we have an exciting lineup of anniversaries approaching, and I sincerely hope you’ll join us in celebrating these milestones. Thanks to your amazing support, we successfully launched Raidou Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army in 2025. However, we still aspire to generate excitement around the Raidou title. A demo is available, so please check it out! Now is the time for us to plant the seeds for future projects!"
Kazuhisa Wada (2nd Creative Department – P Studio)
Kazuhisa Wada is the Creative Producer and Chief Director of the Persona Team, with experience on projects like Persona 4 Arena and Persona 5 Royal.
In discussing his vision for 2026, he shared: "2026 is particularly special as it marks the 30th anniversary of the Persona series. We’re extremely grateful for all the support we’ve received and are preparing a variety of global initiatives to celebrate this milestone, so stay tuned! We also anticipate sharing exciting news about future developments in the series soon. Our preparations are progressing well, and the entire Atlus team is dedicated to taking the Persona series to new heights. Thank you for your ongoing support!"
For more insights into what Atlus developers envisioned for 2025, be sure to check out last year’s post, which hinted at the announcement of Raidou Remastered.
