Where to Play All Persona Games Legally in 2025

Following the launch of *Persona 5 Royal*, Atlus’ *Persona* series has cemented its status as a legendary JRPG franchise. *Persona 5* in particular has become so iconic that fans, known as gamer-tourists, travel to Shibuya station to capture the iconic scene of the Phantom Thieves overlooking the Shibuya Scramble. Although the station has been remodeled, the angle can still be found.

Despite its current fame, the *Persona* series evolved gradually. Initially a spin-off of Atlus’ *Shin Megami Tensei* franchise, the first *Persona* game was released nearly three decades ago. Contrary to what the titles suggest, there are actually six mainline *Persona* games, excluding spin-offs, remakes, and enhanced editions. Note that *Metaphor: ReFantazio* is not part of the *Persona* series.

Exploring the extensive 30-year history of this JRPG series is rewarding, though some titles are harder to come by than others. Here's where you can legally play each mainline *Persona* game. Be prepared to possibly invest in a PSP.

Revelations: Persona

*Revelations: Persona*, released in 1996 for the original PlayStation, also saw releases on Microsoft Windows and PlayStation Portable. The game follows heroes who gain their personas through fortune-telling. The most recent hardware release was on the PlayStation Classic in 2018. Unfortunately, there is no modern version available, so you'll need a physical copy for PS1, PlayStation Classic, or PSP. However, Atlus might release a remastered version in the future.

Shin Megami Tensei: Persona 2—Innocent Sin

Also known as *Persona 2: Innocent Sin*, this game was released in Japan in 1999 and in North America and Europe in 2011 on the PSP. It's also available on the PlayStation Vita. The game follows high schoolers in Sumaru City as they confront a villain named Joker whose rumors can alter reality. Unfortunately, there's no modern console version available.

Persona 2: Eternal Punishment

*Eternal Punishment* is a direct sequel to *Innocent Sin*, released in 2000. It follows a teen reporter dealing with the "Joker Curse." It was released in North America in 2000 for the PlayStation and later on the PSP in 2011, with a PS3 version available through the PlayStation Network in 2013. Like its predecessor, it's not available on modern hardware, but a potential remake could be on the horizon.

Persona 3

*Persona 3* marked the series' emergence from the shadow of *Shin Megami Tensei*. Released in 2006 in Japan and 2007 in North America on the PlayStation 2, it explores themes of death through the "Dark Hour." *Persona 3 FES*, with an added epilogue, is available on the PS3. *Persona 3 Portable*, initially for PSP, has been ported to PS4, Windows, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch, with physical copies released in 2023. The latest version, *Persona 3 Reload*, released in 2024, is available on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and Windows, catering to fans of *Persona 5 Royal*.

Persona 4

Released in 2008 on the PlayStation 2, *Persona 4* is a beloved murder mystery where teens use personas to solve crimes. The enhanced version, *Persona 4 Golden*, released on the PlayStation Vita in 2012, is now available on numerous platforms including PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Physical versions are available for all platforms except PC.

Persona 5

*Persona 5* transformed the franchise into a household name. Released in 2016 for PS3 and PS4, it follows a protagonist, codenamed Joker, who navigates Tokyo's "palaces" after being wrongfully accused. The enhanced *Persona 5 Royal* was released in North America in 2020 and is now available on PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. Both physical and digital copies are accessible on various platforms.