Summary

  • Modder BrawlerAce releases Persona 4 Golden Fog Restoration mod to recreate the nostalgic PS2 version atmosphere.
  • Mod adds fog to dungeons, Velvet Room, shopping district, and more, mimicking original game visuals.
  • Future goal is to restore fog to all fields, but some areas may be challenging.

One modder of Persona 4 Golden has released a brand-new mod for the game, giving it a visual overhaul that should be nostalgic for players of the PS2 version. Persona 4 Golden is an enhanced port of the original Persona 4, first released on the PlayStation Vita handheld console in 2012. This version of the classic JRPG overhauled a number of aspects compared to the original, which included new mechanics, Personas, social links, and even added new characters like Marie. Golden was eventually ported to the PC in 2020, and brought over to all modern gaming platforms in 2023.

While Persona 4 Golden is an improvement over the original in quite a number of ways, one aspect some players feel is partially lost with Golden is the atmosphere. Persona 4 Golden removed the thick fog effects that covered the dungeons in the PS2 version. With Golden no longer being exclusive to the Vita, it has opened the floodgates for a modder to reimplement this important element.

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Released for the 16th anniversary of the original Persona 4, this mod, called Fog Restoration on Gamebanana, was created by BrawlerAce. The Fog restoration mod aims to restore the visual identity of the original and overhaul the game to make it better resemble the PS2 version of Persona 4. This mod is a work-in-progress, meaning not every single area is completely finished, but was released for fans to try out. A video was released in celebration of the mod's release, which compared how some of the areas looked between the original and with the fog effects applied.

What does BrawlerAce's Fog Restoration Mod Change in Persona 4 Golden?

Currently, this mod is focused on adding fog to the dungeons of Persona 4 and the related areas inside the TV world. All the dungeons in the game have received this treatment, aiming to match the PS2 version's visuals as closely as possible. Other areas such as the tutorial area in the protagonist's dream, the Velvet Room, and the shopping district have also been overhauled to include the fog. Regular battle and boss battle areas have also been adjusted in the same fashion.

The full goal of the mod, according to BrawlerAce, is to eventually restore the fog to all fields in Persona 4's explorable overworld. BrawlerAce notes that Persona 4 Golden's exclusive Shichiri Beach and Okina City fields will likely be much harder to change, as there are no references to them in the original game. Despite the massive undertaking this mod is, many are happy that it managed to restore the incredibly timeless look of the original Persona 4.

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December 9, 2008
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The world-renowned Persona 4 Golden promises unforgettable adventures, meaningful bonds, and heartwarming experiences shared together with friends. They say your soulmate will appear if you stare into a television set on a rainy night… This strange rumor slowly spreads through the rural town of Inaba, the protagonist’s new home, just as a chain of mysterious murders begin. As the protagonist and his teammates chase after the truth, they find themselves opening the door to another world.

Explore otherworldly dungeons, take down monstrous Shadows, and confront the darker sides of one's self as you inch closer to the truth behind the serial murder cases. Venture around the town of Inaba, partake in an eventful school year, meet kindred spirits, and forge invaluable bonds. New quality of life features including improved graphics and smoothness, difficulty selection and quick save functionality.

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M For Mature 17+ due to Alcohol Reference, Animated Blood, Language, Partial Nudity, Sexual Themes, Violence
Developer(s)
Atlus
Publisher(s)
Atlus
Franchise
Persona
Genre(s)
JRPG