Persona 6 boss says his games should be like 'poison' that shakes values

Kazuhisha Wada, director and series producer, outlined his philosophy for making games when asked about future challenges and what he would tell other developers.

"Fundamentally, as a creator, I'm not very interested in things that are neither good nor bad," he said. "That's why, while facing various risks and constraints, we've tried to deliver something like a poison that leaves a strong impression. Of course, this isn't just about sensationalism or extremism, but something that shakes people's values or gives them something to think about."

Wada used the poison metaphor before in 2024, comparing his aim to "serving players deadly poison wrapped in sweet coating." Persona 6 does not have a release date, is rated M, and appears to carry some horror vibes.

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