Persona 3 Reload Officially Announced for Nintendo Switch 2: Worldwide Release Set for October 2025

Atlus has officially announced that Persona 3 Reload, its highly anticipated remake of the genre-defining JRPG, will be coming to Nintendo Switch 2.

The news was confirmed during the latest Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase, marking a major addition to the upcoming platform's launch window.

The global release date for Persona 3 Reload on Nintendo Switch 2 is set for October 23, 2025, with both physical and digital editions available for players worldwide. Persona 3 Reload is a comprehensive reimagining of the celebrated original, which first captivated audiences on the PlayStation 2.

As a revitalized version of the beloved role-playing classic, the game offers updated, high-definition visuals and revamped gameplay mechanics, introducing the modern capabilities of the latest hardware.

Its arrival on the Switch 2 demonstrates Atlus’ ongoing commitment to bringing its flagship Persona titles to a wider audience, opening the door for a new generation of Nintendo fans to experience the critically acclaimed series. Throughout its history, the Persona franchise—a subseries of the Megami Tensei universe—has delivered compelling stories, memorable characters, and engaging turn-based combat.

Persona 3 Reload continues this tradition, immersing players in the mysterious Dark Hour while challenging them to forge meaningful bonds and summon powerful Personas.

Previously, Persona 3 was primarily available on PlayStation platforms, but the series has steadily made its way to additional systems, including recent entries and remasters on the Nintendo Switch and Xbox platforms. In a statement shared during the Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase, Atlus representatives highlighted the studio’s enthusiasm for the upcoming release: “Persona 3 Reload delivers a fresh vision of a franchise classic, rebuilt from the ground up with state-of-the-art graphics and gameplay.

We’re thrilled to bring this iconic experience to Nintendo Switch 2 players worldwide.” Persona 3 Reload’s arrival on Nintendo Switch 2 is expected to bolster the console's first-party and partner lineup, serving as a marquee JRPG release in 2025.

Since its initial launch, the Persona series has amassed multi-million sales worldwide, earning a devoted fanbase and critical acclaim for its stylish presentation and emotional storytelling.

The commitment to a simultaneous worldwide release demonstrates Atlus’s dedication to serving its global audience—especially on a newly released platform like the Nintendo Switch 2. Fans can look forward to October 23, 2025, when Persona 3 Reload makes its debut on Nintendo Switch 2, offering an enhanced RPG adventure optimized for Nintendo’s next-generation hardware.

Stay tuned for further updates as launch day approaches.

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