Persona 5 Switch Release Date: A Comprehensive Guide to the Latest Updates and Rumors

If you’re a fan of Persona 5, you’re probably eagerly awaiting news of its release on the Nintendo Switch. While there have been rumors floating around for quite some time, getting an official announcement from Atlus has been like trying to find a needle in a haystack. However, we’ve gathered enough information to give you a comprehensive guide to the latest updates and rumors surrounding the Persona 5 Switch release date.

The History

Persona 5 was released in Japan on September 15th, 2016, and it was later released worldwide on April 4th, 2017, for PlayStation 3 and PlayStation 4. Critics praised the game’s story, characters, setting, and gameplay, making it a commercial and critical success. It went on to win several awards, including Game of the Year from a few publications.

Rumors of a switch port of Persona 5 began to surface shortly after its release. Atlus never confirmed or denied the rumors, keeping fans on the edge of their seats.

What We Know So Far

The biggest news came on April 25th, 2018, when Atlus teased Persona 5 for the Nintendo Switch during a concert. However, the company later clarified that it was a joke. Fans were left disappointed, but the rumors didn’t stop there.

In March 2019, the P5S domain was registered by Atlus, renewing the rumors of a Persona 5 port for the Switch. However, at E3 2019, Atlus announced Persona 5 Royal, an expanded version of Persona 5, and there was no mention of a Switch port. Fans were once again left questioning whether Persona 5 would ever make it to the Switch.

Then, in April 2020, listings for Persona 5 were discovered on Best Buy Canada and Amazon France websites. While these listings were eventually taken down, it was enough to reignite hope for fans.

Finally, in September 2020, Atlus announced Persona 5 Strikers for the Nintendo Switch, set to release in February 2021. It’s important to note that Strikers is a spin-off game and not a port of Persona 5.

Release Date and Details

As of now, there is still no official word from Atlus regarding a Persona 5 port for the Switch. With Strikers releasing in February 2021, some fans believe that Atlus may make an announcement soon after.

Rumors suggest that Atlus may release Persona 5 Royal on the Switch instead of Persona 5. Persona 5 Royal is an expanded version of Persona 5 with additional content, including a new playable character, extra storylines, new locations, and improvements to gameplay.

Conclusion

While the Persona 5 Switch release date remains uncertain, there’s enough evidence to suggest that we may see Persona 5 on the Switch someday. Whether it’s Persona 5 or Persona 5 Royal, fans are sure to be excited for the opportunity to play the game on the go. Until we get an official announcement, we’ll have to wait and see how this story unfolds.