SEGA and ATLUS have rolled out a major update for Persona 3 Reload on Nintendo Switch 2, introducing a new Performance Mode that boosts gameplay to up to 60 FPS in TV Mode. Alongside the technical upgrade, Persona 3 Reload is also enjoying deep discounts across PlayStation and Steam as part of its Winter Sale, making now the perfect time to jump into the acclaimed RPG remake.
New Performance Mode Brings Smoother Gameplay on Switch 2
The latest Persona 3 Reload Nintendo Switch 2 update, released on December 23, 2025, adds a dedicated Performance Mode accessible via the Config menu. This option allows players to adjust visual quality in favor of smoother performance, delivering up to 60 frames per second while playing in TV Mode.
In addition to the new mode, the update improves overall frame rate stability across all play modes, ensuring a more consistent and fluid experience whether docked or undocked.
SEGA has also confirmed that this update will be applied to the free trial version of Persona 3 Reload on Nintendo Switch 2 at a later date.
Persona 3 Reload Winter Sale Discounts Now Available
To coincide with the update, Persona 3 Reload is currently discounted on multiple digital storefronts as part of its Winter Sale campaign.
PlayStation Store
- 40% OFF
- Sale Period: December 22, 2025 – January 7, 2026
- Eligible Versions:
- Persona 3 Reload PS4 Standard Edition
- Persona 3 Reload PS5 Standard Edition
Steam
- 55% OFF
- Sale Period: December 19, 2025 – January 6, 2026 (UTC+8)
- Eligible Versions:
- Steam Standard Edition
- Digital Deluxe Edition
- Digital Premium Edition
These discounts offer one of the best opportunities yet to experience the modern remake at a reduced price.
A Modern Remake of a Legendary RPG
Persona 3 Reload is a full-scale remake of the original 2006 RPG that helped define the Persona franchise. Built using the visual fidelity and gameplay foundations of Persona 5, the remake features completely rebuilt graphics, UI, combat systems, and daily life mechanics, delivering a contemporary experience while staying true to the original’s emotional core.
The title has earned widespread acclaim, winning two Japan Game Awards, including the Future Division Award in 2023 and the Award for Excellence in 2024, solidifying its status as a must-play JRPG.
Persona 3 Reload Platform and Release Information
- Nintendo Switch 2 Release Date: October 23, 2025
- Other Platforms (Digital):
- Xbox Series X|S
- Xbox One
- Xbox Game Pass
- Windows
- PlayStation 5
- PlayStation 4
- Steam
Whether you’re revisiting Tartarus or experiencing the Dark Hour for the first time, the new Switch 2 update makes this the smoothest portable version yet.
