New Game+
Embarking on a New Game+ in Persona 4 Golden allows you to carry over sificant progress from your previous playthrough, making subsequent runs more efficient and opening up new possibilities. This mode is essential for achieving 100% completion, unlocking all trophies, and experiencing content that may have been missed the first time around. It's desed to reward players for their dedication and offer a deeper dive into the game's mechanics and story.
When starting a New Game+, you'll retain key elements such as your Persona Compendium, Social Stats, money, and certain key items. This head start allows you to focus on different objectives, such as maxing out all Social Links, completing all quests, or tackling the most challenging optional bosses. The game also introduces new content and challenges specifically for New Game+ players, encouraging replayability.
One of the most sificant additions in New Game+ is the ability to access new dungeons and secret bosses. For instance, after completing the True Ending, you can unlock the Yomotsu Hirasaka dungeon by following a specific sequence of events. This dungeon is crucial for uncovering the ultimate truth of the game's narrative. Additionally, New Game+ is the only way to challenge Margaret to a super boss battle, a formidable opponent that tests your mastery of the game's combat system.
New Game+ Carry-overs:
- Persona Compendium: All Personas registered from your previous playthrough.
- Social Stats: Maxed-out stats like Knowledge, Courage, etc.
- Money: Your accumulated Yen.
- Key Items: Certain important items.
New Game+ Unlocks:
- Yomotsu Hirasaka: A secret dungeon accessible after specific post-game events.
- Margaret Super Boss: A challenging battle unlocked via the Velvet Room.
- Hollow Forest: A secret dungeon related to Marie's Social Link (requires maxing her SL).
To access the Yomotsu Hirasaka, you'll need to refuse to go home after the final boss, visit Junes, examine the elevator, refuse to go home again, and then select "I'm not finished yet" and "There's something missing." Afterward, visit the Riverbank, then the Velvet Room to receive the Orb of Clarity. Finally, speak to the gas station attendant in the Shopping District South to gain access. This sequence is vital for experiencing the game's true conclusion.