Sega has released PR detailing their full plans for Anime Expo 2026, to be held between July 2 – 5, 2026 at the Los Angeles Convention Centre. From Atlus, the focus will be on Persona 4 Revival, Metaphor: ReFantazio for Switch, and Persona 5: The Phantom X.
As part of the live programming, a Persona 4 Revival panel will be held on July 4, sharing new information and content. This will also be streamed.
As previously announced, the guests from Atlus will be character designer Shigenori Soejima, general producer Kazuhisa Wada and business producer Atsushi Nomura.
Sega have also launched a webpage detailing their Anime Expo plans, including the live stage schedule and non-Atlus events.
Sega Booth Experiences (Located at South Hall Booth #1300)
- Persona 4 Revival Immersive Experience: Enter the world of P4R through a real-world themed area within the SEGA booth inspired by the game world! Fans will have a chance to capture the moment through a photo op and a surprise fan appreciation giveaway item while available!
- Metaphor: ReFantazio NSW2 Demo: Be the first to experience Metaphor: ReFantazio on Nintendo Switch 2 at the SEGA ATLUS booth! Play the Anime Expo demo and grab your FREE exclusive postcard while supplies last. Enter the royal tournament to fight for the throne and for the future!
- Persona 5: The Phantom X: Enter a world beyond reality alongside Merope, concierge of the Velvet Room. Visit the Persona5: The Phantom X section and take a photo at the door to the Velvet Room, and receive exclusive items while supplies last! Quantities are limited, and items are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Booth Live Programming
- Shigenori Soejima Live Drawing: A live drawing session by Shigenori Soejima, character designer / Illustrator at ATLUS, will be held on the SEGA Stage. He has worked on character design and illustrations for numerous titles, including the Persona series since Persona 3, Catherine, and Metaphor: ReFantazio. This is a rare opportunity to watch him complete a piece live on stage. Don’t miss it!
- Persona 30th Anniversary Cosplayers: Spanning 30 years of heroes, come see your favorite protagonists from the Persona series with professional guest cosplayers bringing them to life.
- Teddie the Mascot from Persona 4: Our hearts are one with the lovable mascot from Persona 4, Teddie! Stop by to meet and grab a photo with this unrivaled ball of energy!
- Metaphor: ReFantazio Orchestra Experience, Anime Expo 2026: See and hear the sweeping music from one of the most critically acclaimed modern RPGs, Metaphor: ReFantazio. Performing live will be a string quartet that will take fans on a musical journey as a precursor to the upcoming full set orchestra world tour launching October 2026 in the US, Asia and Europe. Showtimes will be July 4 & 5.
Atlus Panel
What: ATLUS Presents: Persona 4 Revival Panel
Join ATLUS developers Kazuhisa Wada, Shigenori Soejima, Atsushi Nomura, and Yoshiyuki Asai for a special look at Persona 4 Revival. In this panel, the team behind the beloved franchise will share never-before-seen content and information live at Anime Expo. Be sure to tune in or join us in person!
Where: Petree Hall
When: Saturday, July 4, 2026 at 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM
Persona 4 Revival x Thirsty Waters
What: Persona fans, we can’t wait to welcome you to Junes Café! To celebrate the Persona 30th Anniversary, ATLUS and Thirsty Waters Premium Tea House are bringing a Junes inspired café experience to Anime Expo 2026 that is filled with Persona protagonist-inspired boba tea drinks, artisanal cookies, ice cream, exclusive merch and all the immersive Junes Café vibes your heart can handle.
Where: Find Persona 30th x Thirsty Waters Junes Café at Peacock Place at L.A. Live, near the Beer Garden. We’ll also have a mobile cart nearby serving Persona-themed drinks. Stay tuned on socials for exact location details!
When: Hours of Operation:
Day 1 – July 2: 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 2 – July 3: 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 3 – July 4: 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Day 4 – July 5: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM