Japanese gamers continue pouring their anticipation into long-awaited titles from Nintendo and Atlus, with Famitsu’s latest reader poll revealing a top five dominated by familiar faces and fresh hopes. Pokemon Winds and Waves holds the number one spot with 594 votes on Nintendo Switch 2, Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave sits strong at number two with 472 votes, and Persona 6 claims third place on PS5 with 440 votes, while Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake lands at number four with 419 votes.

This chart, compiled from votes cast between August 19 and August 25, shows Nintendo securing three of the top five positions and Atlus claiming two PS5 entries in the same range, underscoring how deeply these franchises resonate in the Japanese market. Persona 5 Revival follows closely at number five with 403 votes, reflecting ongoing hunger for more Persona content alongside the excitement for the Ocarina of Time remake that has been climbing the charts in recent weeks.

The poll highlights a gaming culture that values both beloved remakes and long-teased sequels, yet it also exposes gaps in representation where diverse voices and stories remain sidelined in favor of established IP that primarily cater to narrower demographics. While hype builds around these titles, we must acknowledge that anticipation alone does not address the systemic issues of accessibility and inclusion that continue to marginalize players from underrepresented backgrounds in these highly anticipated releases.