Persona 2 and 3 Are Getting Nendoroid Figures

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Though the Persona series marked its 25th year anniversary last September 2021, it seems that Japanese developer and publisher Atlus is continuing the celebrations until 2022. Throughout the latter half of 2021, the company announced several collaborations and activities within Japan, leaving its western audience with not much to go on. However, it seems Persona is now ramping up excitement by announcing new merchandise based on the older titles. This includes the news that Persona 2 and Persona 3 will be getting Nendoroid figures produced by Japanese toy brand Good Smile Company.

Since the Persona 25th anniversary announcement, it seems Atlus's main focus for the festivities is centered on marketing new figures or re-producing previously sold out ones. Fans are likely overwhelmed with the many figures announced last year, including the re-release of GSC figma action figures, new Persona 5 Lucrea statues, and even new GSC Persona 5 Pop Up Parade static figures. However, given that it is much easier and cost-effective to produce merchandise than develop another title in the franchise, it is not surprising for Atlus to go this route for now.

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On Twitter, the English account of Good Smile Company released photos of Nendoroid figure prototypes featuring the protagonists of Persona 2 and Persona 3. For Persona 2: Innocent Sin, the main character Tatsuya Suou was the first Nendoroid announced, followed by the main female lead in Persona 2: Eternal Punishment, Maya Amano. Shortly after, the Nendoroid photo of the male lead of Persona 3, who is only named «Hero» by the Twitter account, was also shared on social media.

All three Nendoroids that have been announced have no details on their