Atlus putting a new team to work on Persona 6

The user, who has proven reliable in the past with leaks about Atlus' projects, recently shared info about the development of the sixth installment of the fan-favorite Persona series.

While all rumors should be taken with a grain of salt, the depth of the claims and the source's track record warrants a closer look.

According to the leaker, Persona 6, internally dubbed "Carbon," is primarily being developed by a fresh team. It's described as a blend of elements from Persona 3 Reload and various Persona spin-offs. "The next Persona will be different in a lot of ways, because it is being developed by mostly new Persona team staff," the source stated, further clarifying that it won't necessarily mirror that of the spin-offs. Instead, the 'spin-off touch' will be most apparent in the game's presentation.

The shift towards a new development team has led to a reshaping of the usual development structure at Atlus. Apparently, a handful of individuals from the art team from the spin-offs have joined forces with the core Persona team to breathe life into Persona 6, under some level of supervision.

This intriguing blend of new talent and seasoned vets is a potent sign of a fresh but familiar approach to the beloved RPG.

Persona 6 didn't make an appearance at the recent Xbox Games Showcase, where Atlus unveiled Persona 3 remake and the spin-off, Persona 5 Tactica, along with a new IP, Metaphor: ReFantazio. However, this leak has managed to keep the game in the headlines. The leaker implies a release on the PlayStation 5 platform, but it's unclear if the game will be a console exclusive, especially given Atlus' recent push towards multiplatform releases.

Furthermore, the leaker teased an unveiling of Persona 6 alongside a new, unannounced spin-off in the upcoming year. The spin-off, "Asa", as per its codename, is a Persona party game slated for the third quarter of next year, right around the same time Persona 6 debuts.

In an industry that thrives on the new, the unexplored, it's exciting to see Atlus potentially embracing change and allowing a fresh team to interpret the Persona world.

Will Persona 6 be the game that fans have been dreaming of? Will it remain true to its roots while innovating in compelling ways? There are no definitive answers yet, but if the rumors hold any weight, we may find out more in 2024. Until then, the speculation will undoubtedly continue, as fans eagerly await the return of one of gaming's most beloved franchises.