Developed in collaboration with genre masters Arc System Works, Persona 4 Arena uses gorgeous, handdrawn, high definition 2D animestyle fighters and colorful, overthetop special effects to bring to life a roster of fighters from the criticallyacclaimed, highly popular Persona 3 and Persona 4. Backed up by an original, hardcore fighting engine from one of the most respected 2D fighting game developers in the industry, Persona 4 Arena represents the biggest, most noteworthy expansion of the esteemed series to date.

Persona 4: Arena seamlessly integrates the elaborate characters and worlds of a JRPG with the exciting head to head combat of a fighting game. Set two months after Persona 4 - Persona Arena is a direct sequel and an adventure in its own right.

Two months after the ending of the hit RPG Persona 4, a new threat has emerged in Persona 4 Arena! During Golden Week, a new rumor begins spreading through town about a mysterious TV program, the P-1 Grand Prix. Visible if you look into a turned-off TV on a rainy night, this fighting tournament broadcasts high school friends fighting one another to the bitter end. When Yu Narukami and the others test this rumor, they see their friend Teddie announcing the beginning of the show: gMay the manliest of all men come on down!h With that, the participants are shown, one by one... The Investigation Team is horrified to see their own faces introduced with twisted nicknames. The members of the Investigation Team decide to dive into the TV once again to solve the case! What is behind the mysterious TV show? 

Each character has their own unique story and path to unravel the mystery - told through all new anime sequences and scenarios written by the Persona Team.

Features:

• A COLLABORATION WITH GENRE MASTERS ARC SYSTEM WORKS-Developed in partnership with the studio responsible for fan-favorite fighting game series BlazBlue and Guilty Gear.
• CONSOLE-EXCLUSIVE FEATURES AND CONTENT-The home console release will include a number of new features over the Arcade version, including a full Story mode and online multiplayer!
• CHARACTERS AND SETTINGS FROM AWARD-WINNING PERSONA 3 & 4-Beautiful, hand-drawn 2D anime-style sprites of characters based on the award-winning Persona 3 and Persona 4 roleplaying games, along with eye-popping stages and special effects, are a special treat for both ATLUS and genre fans.
• ORIGINAL, HARDCORE FIGHTING MECHANICS-True to Arc System Works tradition, Persona 4 Arena looks and feels like nothing else out there. Each fighter has attacks tied to their Persona, their summoned inner strength, adding to the depth and complexity.
• Characters and Persona together, allow for a fighting experience like no other...
  • Twin Health gauges for Persona and Characters add new layer of strategy.
  • Dual character system allows you to wield two characters simultaneously!
  • Effortlessly link both Persona and Character attacks into spectacular combos.
  • A battle experience designed for fans of the RPGs as well as fighting game enthusiasts...
  • Character and Persona details, moves and specials lifted directly from Persona.
  • Status effects, like poison, confusion, paralysis and fear - just like the RPG!
  • Substantial story, dialogue and anime further exploring the world and characters.
• Genuinely accessible fighting caters for all skill levels at the same time.
  • Innovative single button combo system allows everyone to compete at a high level.
  • Simpler special move inputs allow you to concentrate on the thrill of competitive play and strategy - not the execution of moves.
  • Become progressively more powerful the closer you are to being knocked out!
  • More ways to interrupt combos - allowing novices more opportunity to counter-attack.
  • Introduction of a 'dodge' function to move away from over reliance on blocking.
• A wide variety of game modes
  • Story Mode - Pick a character and discover their story through mystery of the Midnight Channel.
  • Arcade Mode -Classic Arcade action. Fight each character in turn, in progressively difficult battles.
  • Score Attack - A series of battles against tough opposition, where battling with speed and finesse is key!
  • Training - Practice your combos against a CPU opponent that can be fine-tuned to your preferences.
  • Lesson - Superb step by step introduction to all the fighting system's key features and techniques.
  • Challenge - The perfect introduction to learning your own combos - both easy and advanced.
  • Versus - Two player mode where you can fight a friend or CPU opponent offline.
  • Network - Pit your skills against the best the world has to offer by taking your game online.
  • Contents Market -Online marketplace where you will be able to purchase and download DLC.
  • Replay Theatre & Gallery Mode -Unlock exclusive artwork, music or watch and save your greatest battles!