Voice Actor Confirms He Won't Return for Persona 4 Remake

If you’re a fan of the Persona 4 universe, you might want to pay attention to recent developments. Rumors about a remake have been gaining traction, and now, there’s a significant hint that it’s becoming a reality. Yuri Lowenthal, the iconic voice actor behind Yosuke Hanamura in the original Persona 4, recently confirmed on social media that he wouldn’t be reprising his role for the rumored remake.

“And for those who keep asking, no, I will not be returning as Yosuke for the Persona 4 remake,” Lowenthal wrote. He went on to say, “I asked. Maybe I even begged, but they don’t want me to come back.” While the identity of “they” remains unspecified, Atlus is widely believed to be involved, though the company hasn’t officially confirmed anything.

This revelation comes amidst ongoing labor disputes within the video game industry. As a SAG-AFTRA member, Lowenthal is part of the union advocating for better protections for actors, particularly regarding AI usage. While it’s unclear whether these concerns influenced casting decisions, the issue remains a topic of discussion across the industry.

Despite the lack of official announcements, whispers of a Persona 4 remake have persisted for quite some time. Earlier this year, a domain discovery reignited speculation, and various leaks have hinted at its existence. Given the success of Persona 3 Reload, a follow-up remake for Persona 4 seems like a natural progression.

When it comes to timing, Persona 3 Reload was unveiled during Xbox’s Game Showcase in 2023. Could this summer bring similar news? Keep an eye out for updates!

In other Persona news, fans eagerly await the release of Persona 5: The Phantom X, arriving on June 26, 2025, for both mobile and PC platforms. It’s a great opportunity to dive deeper into the Persona 5 universe until the remake potentially makes its debut.