Ethan Crossfield 
Fans waiting for modern versions of the earliest Persona games have a reason to keep watching Atlus. Kazuhisa Wada, producer of Persona 4 Revival, indicated in an interview with Rock Paper Shotgun that Persona 1 and Persona 2 could eventually receive remakes. His comments do not announce either project or provide a schedule, but they establish that preserving those older games remains part of the conversation at Atlus. For now, players should treat the remarks as a long-term signal rather than a release confirmation.
What changed for Persona remake watchers
Wada described remasters and remakes as a form of cultural preservation, arguing that older creative work should remain available in the modern era. That philosophy shaped Persona 3 Reload and Persona 4 Revival, and he suggested it could eventually apply to the first two numbered Persona games as well. The wording is deliberately cautious: Atlus has not revealed platforms, development status, features, or release windows for either remake. Still, the producer’s comments are more substantial than a general expression of interest because they connect the possibility directly to the studio’s approach to the franchise’s history.
Who should care about Persona 1 and 2
The news matters most to players who want an accessible way to experience the series before Persona 3 established many of its modern conventions. The original Persona is available on PS1 and PSP, while Persona 2 is split into Innocent Sin and Eternal Punishment. Outside Japan, both Persona 2 games are available on PSP, making the older entries difficult for newer fans to find and play. Their gameplay and presentation also differ sharply from the calendar and Social Links systems associated with later Persona titles. A remake could make these games easier to approach, although there is no indication yet whether Atlus would preserve their original structure or update them with newer mechanics.
What players should follow next
The confirmed near-term focus remains Persona 4 Revival, which is scheduled for February 17, 2027. Persona 3 Reload has already demonstrated Atlus’ willingness to rebuild a classic entry, while Persona 6 was announced at the Xbox Games Showcase in June. Together, those developments show that the franchise is expanding while revisiting its past. However, fans should not infer that Persona 1 or Persona 2 will appear soon, or that both projects are formally in production. The next meaningful update would need to come from Atlus through an official announcement, trailer, or release plan.
What players should know
- Kazuhisa Wada said Persona 1 and Persona 2 will probably be remade eventually.
- The comments came from an interview with Rock Paper Shotgun and are not a formal project announcement.
- No release date, platforms, gameplay direction, or development details have been shared.
- Persona 4 Revival is scheduled for February 17, 2027.
- The original games are difficult to access compared with newer Persona releases.
Expert View
This is encouraging news for longtime fans, but it should be read as a preservation-minded tease rather than confirmation that two remakes are imminent. Persona 1 and 2 would benefit from wider availability and modern presentation, yet updating their older systems without losing their identity would be a difficult creative decision. Until Atlus provides concrete details, the sensible choice is to follow official announcements while treating any assumed release plans as speculation.
