Persona 4 Golden
SEGA of America, Inc.-
PC - 31/12/2020
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PlayStation 4 - 19/01/2023
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Nintendo Switch - 19/01/2023
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Xbox One - 19/01/2023
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Xbox Series X|S - 19/01/2023
Advice for consumers
This game has received a PEGI 16 because it features strong violence and use of alcohol/tobacco. Not suitable for persons under 16 of age.
Brief outline of the game
This murder mystery game centers around a small Japanese town where the player controls a youth who can interact and forge bonds with other people through his school year. His group is able to enter another universe through the TV, and by solving the personal issues of his friends, he gets closer to unmasking the serial killer plaguing the town.
Content specific issues
The game features some moderate violence during combat though this is generally represented as fantastical with bright flashes and energy pulses providing the violent process. There are occasions where some of the teenage characters within the game appear to be under the influence of alcohol. Mild language in the form of 'shit/bastard/asshole/crap/bullshit/shithole/sonavabitch is also audible on occasion.
Other issues
The game features online playing capability which may involve real-time interaction with other players
Persona 4: Dancing All Night
SEGA of America, Inc.-
PlayStation 4 - 01/01/2019
Advice for consumers
This game was rated PEGI 12 for frequent use of mild language. It is not suitable for persons under 12 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
The story takes place a few months after the epilogue of Persona 4 Golden. Since then, Rise Kujikawa has returned to the world of entertainment. New rumours begin spreading that "at midnight, if you see a strange video playing on a certain site, you are transported to the 'other side' and will never wake up again." Members of the J-Pop idol group "Kanamin Kitchen," including her junior idol Kanami Mashita, are disappearing. In the game, players engage in a "dance battle" with the Shadows in the mysterious world of the "Midnight Stage." Yu Narukami, living in the city, responds to Rise's cry for help, and eventually reforms the Investigation Team, in order to solve the new crisis.
Content specific issues
Language occurs in the story mode dialogue scenes and frequently includes words such as ‘ass’, ‘bastard’, ‘crap’, ‘dick’, and ‘shit’.
Persona 4: Dancing All Night
NIS America, Inc-
PlayStation Vita - 06/11/2015
Advice for consumers
This game was rated PEGI 12 for frequent use of mild language. It is not suitable for persons under 12 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
The story takes place a few months after the epilogue of Persona 4 Golden. Since then, Rise Kujikawa has returned to the world of entertainment. New rumours begin spreading that "at midnight, if you see a strange video playing on a certain site, you are transported to the 'other side' and will never wake up again." Members of the J-Pop idol group "Kanamin Kitchen," including her junior idol Kanami Mashita, are disappearing. In the game, players engage in a "dance battle" with the Shadows in the mysterious world of the "Midnight Stage." Yu Narukami, living in the city, responds to Rise's cry for help, and eventually reforms the Investigation Team, in order to solve the new crisis.
Content specific issues
Language occurs in the story mode dialogue scenes and frequently includes words such as ‘ass’, ‘bastard’, ‘crap’, ‘dick’, and ‘shit’.
Persona 4 Arena Ultimax
SEGA Europe Ltd-
XBox 360 - 18/11/2014
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Nintendo Switch - 31/12/2022
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PC - 31/12/2022
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PlayStation 4 - 31/12/2022
Advice for consumers
The game has been rated PEGI 12 for some frequent mild violence and occasional mild bad language. Not appropriate for persons below 12 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
2D fighting game where you fight one on one against an opponent. As well as kicks and punches your player will also have a ‘Persona’; a special character that is summoned briefly to perform further attacks.
Content specific issues
When characters attack each other, despite using weapons there is no blood or gore. All action takes place in 2D and is in an arcade style. When hit, characters respond unrealistically often also producing bright flashes of light that detracts from the realism. The game also contains use of the words, ‘piss’, ‘crap’ and ‘bullshit’
Other issues
The game features online playing capability which may involve real-time interaction with other players.
Persona 4 Arena Ultimax
SEGA Europe Ltd-
Playstation 3 - 18/11/2014
Advice for consumers
The game has been rated PEGI 12 for some frequent mild violence and occasional mild bad language. Not appropriate for persons below 12 years of age.
Brief outline of the game
2D fighting game where you fight one on one against an opponent. As well as kicks and punches your player will also have a ‘Persona’; a special character that is summoned briefly to perform further attacks.
Content specific issues
When characters attack each other, despite using weapons there is no blood or gore. All action takes place in 2D and is in an arcade style. When hit, characters respond unrealistically often also producing bright flashes of light that detracts from the realism. The game also contains use of the words, ‘piss’, ‘crap’ and ‘bullshit’
Other issues
The game features online playing capability which may involve real-time interaction with other players.
Persona 4 Golden
NIS America, Inc-
PlayStation Vita - 16/10/2012
Advice for consumers
Contains some moderate violence, alcohol use and mild language
Brief outline of the game
This RPG-cum-murder mystery game centres around a small Japanese town where the player controls a youth who can intereact and make social links with other people. The PC can also enter an alternative reality where he can summon a powerful 'Persona' to combat the 'Shadows' and, in so doing, gain various rewards.
Content specific issues
The game features some moderate violence during combat though this is generally represented as fantastical with bright flashes and energy pulses providing the violent process. No physical injuries are apparent. There are occasions where some of the teenage characters within the game appear to be under the influence of alcohol though this is only inferred. Mild language in the form of 'shit/bastard/asshole/crap/bullshit/shithole/sonavabitch is also audible on occasion
Other issues
The game features online playing capability which may involve real-time interaction with other players
Persona 4 Arena
Zen United Ltd-
Playstation 3 - 31/12/2013
Advice for consumers
Contains frequent mild violence and mild offensive language and infrequent use of sexual commentary.
Brief outline of the game
Choose a storyline and fight your way through the levels.
Content specific issues
Violence is very mild and mainly involves punching and kicking and use of special attacks. Language is mild but potentially offensive and frequent. It includes words such as 'Ass', 'Bitch', 'Spastic', 'Wanking'.
Other issues
The game features online playing capability which may involve real-time interaction with other players.
Persona 4 Arena
Zen United Ltd-
XBox 360 - 31/12/2013
Advice for consumers
Contains frequent mild violence and mild offensive language and infrequent use of sexual commentary.
Brief outline of the game
Choose a storyline and fight your way through the levels.
Content specific issues
Violence is very mild and mainly involves punching and kicking and use of special attacks. Language is mild but potentially offensive and frequent and includes words such as 'Ass', 'Bitch', 'Spastic', 'Wanking'.
Other issues
The game features online playing capability which may involve real-time interaction with other players.
Persona 4
Square Enix Ltd-
Playstation 2 - 13/03/2009