Xbox and Atlus Team Up for Surprise Drop of Persona 3 Reload on Game Pass

In a thrilling move for RPG fans, Xbox and Atlus have announced that Persona 3 Reload is now available on Xbox Game Pass, making it one of the most high-profile day-one additions to the service this year. The announcement, made during a surprise event livestream early this morning, has already sent waves through the gaming community.

Persona 3 Reload is a full remake of the beloved 2006 classic, Persona 3, originally released on the PlayStation 2. This updated version features modernized visuals, re-recorded dialogue with a fresh voice cast, and refined mechanics that bring it more in line with the design sensibilities of Persona 5. For longtime fans, Reload offers a nostalgic yet reimagined return to Gekkoukan High School and the haunting mystery of the Dark Hour. For newcomers, it’s the perfect jumping-in point to one of Atlus’s most iconic titles.

What’s especially noteworthy is the timing and exclusivity. While Persona 3 Reload is available on multiple platforms—including PlayStation and PC—its inclusion on Xbox Game Pass at launch marks a significant strategic win for Microsoft. In recent years, Xbox has aggressively pursued Japanese studio partnerships to bolster its Game Pass lineup, and this latest move only strengthens that initiative. It also represents a shift from the series’ previously PlayStation-centric releases, showing that Atlus is looking to broaden the franchise’s global reach.

Fans can dive into the emotionally charged story and challenging turn-based combat immediately, whether via console, PC, or cloud. The game is available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC. Xbox Game Pass subscribers can download and play it at no additional cost.

Given Persona 3’s cult status and the popularity of the Persona franchise in the West, its arrival on Game Pass is a major moment for both Atlus and Xbox. Whether you’re a SEES rookie or a longtime persona-wielder, Persona 3 Reload is shaping up to be an essential play for 2024.