NIKKE x Persona Collab Guide: Banners, Free Aigis & Event Rewards

The crossover event we've all been waiting for is finally here. Goddess of Victory: NIKKE is joining forces with Atlus' legendary Persona franchise for a massive collaboration celebrating the series' 30th anniversary. Launching August 13, 2026, the "Persona on Frontline" event brings together characters from Persona 3 Reload,Persona 4 Golden, and Persona 5 Royal in one unprecedented crossover.

What makes this collaboration truly special? Unlike most gacha crossovers that stick to a single title, NIKKE is uniting all three modern Persona games in a single event. Whether you're a seasoned Commander or a Persona fan diving into NIKKE for the first time, this guide covers everything—the characters, banners, free rewards, costumes, and more.

The Persona Characters Coming to NIKKE

Three beloved heroines from across the Persona trilogy are joining the battlefield. Each brings their own combat style, personality, and signature weaponry.

Queen (Makoto Niijima) – Persona 5 Royal – SSR

The Shujin Academy student council president and strategist of the Phantom Thieves of Hearts arrives under her codename,Queen. Calm, responsible, and tactically brilliant, Makoto is an SSR Abnormal manufacturer unit wielding a shotgun called Iron Verdict. In her home game, she fights alongside her Persona, Johanna, combining Nuke-based skills with healing and defensive support—expect her NIKKE kit to reflect that versatile, all-rounder playstyle.

Yukiko Amagi – Persona 4 Golden – SSR

The heir to the renowned Amagi Inn and a member of the Investigation Team, Yukiko brings grace and fiery power to the battlefield. She joins as an SSR Abnormal unit armed with the Crimson Bloom machine gun. Known in Persona 4 as one of the strongest magic-focused party members specializing in Fire attacks and healing, Yukiko's NIKKE incarnation will likely channel that same devastating offensive capability.

Aigis – Persona 3 Reload – SR (Free!)

The seventh-generation Anti-Shadow Suppression Weapon developed by the Kirijo Group, Aigis is an android who serves as a member of SEES (Specialized Extracurricular Execution Squad). She joins as an SR unit fighting with her Built-in Firearms SMG. While she initially behaves like a machine, she gradually develops human emotions over the course of Persona 3—a character arc that has made her one of the franchise's most beloved figures.

 

Banner Schedule – Plan Your Gems

The two SSR characters arrive on staggered Limited Pick Up Recruitment banners, so strategic planning is essential if you want both.

Character	Rarity	Banner Opens	Banner Closes
Queen (Makoto Niijima)	SSR	August 13 (after maintenance)	September 10
Yukiko Amagi	SSR	August 20	September 10
Aigis	SR	Free – event start	September 10

Both SSR banners close on September 10 at 4:59 a.m. UTC+9.Important: These collaboration units are limited. Once the banners close, they are not expected to enter the regular recruitment pool, and no rerun has been announced. If you want Queen or Yukiko, this is your only window.

 

How to Get Aigis for Free

Aigis is the standout for free-to-play players. Rather than hiding behind a banner, she can be earned at no cost by completing two requirements:

• Play through the "Persona on Frontline" event – Clear its stages once the collaboration goes live on August 13.
• Participate in the 14-Day Login Campaign – Log in across those days to complete the requirement.

Once both conditions are met, Aigis joins your roster as an owned unit. Because the login campaign spans 14 days, start early to ensure you wrap it up before the event ends on September 10.

 

Event Content – Beyond the Characters

The "Persona on Frontline" collaboration goes far beyond just adding three new units.

New Costumes

Alternate outfits are available for the Persona characters themselves:

• Free and pass-exclusive costumes for Makoto Niijima and Yukiko Amagi
• An exclusive gacha costume for Phantom –Phantom [Concept: Thief]– available in the outfit gacha

Additionally, two existing NIKKE characters receive Persona-themed outfits:

• Saint Thief for Phantom
• Thief of Justice for Miranda

Midnight Phantom Runner Mini-Game

A fast-paced running mini-game called Midnight Phantom Runner offers additional rewards throughout the collaboration. Think of it as a classic arcade-style runner with Persona-themed presentation.

Thematic World Integration

The event honors the deep lore of each featured game:

• The Phantom Thieves of Hearts (Persona 5 Royal) – infiltrating Palaces to steal distorted desires
• The Investigation Team(Persona 4 Golden) – pursuing truth through the world inside the TV
• SEES (Persona 3 Reload) – protecting humanity from Shadows during the Dark Hour

New Campaign Content

The update also adds:

• Main Story Chapters 47 and 48
• A new boss, Liberalio Body
• A limited-time event,Trail Marker

 

What Makes This Collab Different

This isn't just another Persona 5 crossover. While the Persona series has frequently collaborated with other games, those have mostly centered around Persona 5 and its protagonist, Joker. NIKKE's event is different—it spans three titles as part of the Persona series' 30th anniversary celebrations.

The character selection itself has sparked discussion. Many fans expected Persona 4's Naoto Shirogane (the only P4 girl who canonically uses a firearm) or Rise Kujikawa. Instead, Shift Up and Level Infinite chose Yukiko, a move that surprised some but delighted others who consider her "best girl." Similarly, Makoto beat out Ann Takamaki—Persona 5's usual crossover representative—reflecting Makoto's immense popularity.

 

Tips for Commanders

• Save your Gems and vouchers– Makoto's banner goes live immediately after maintenance on August 13. Have your resources ready.
• Prioritize wisely– If you can only pull for one SSR, consider which character fits your roster better. Makoto arrives first; Yukiko comes a week later.
• Don't miss Aigis– She's free, but only if you complete the event and login campaign. Don't leave it to the last minute.
• Budget for costumes– If you're a collector, note that Phantom's exclusive costume is gacha-only, while Makoto and Yukiko's alternates have free and pass options.
• Play the mini-game– Midnight Phantom Runner offers additional rewards. It's a fun diversion and worth your time.

 

Final Thoughts

The Goddess of Victory: NIKKE x Persona collaboration is shaping up to be one of the most ambitious crossovers in gacha history. Uniting three generations of Persona heroines in a single event—complete with free units, limited banners, themed costumes, a mini-game, and new story content—it's a celebration worthy of the Persona series' 30th anniversary.

Whether you're pulling for Queen's tactical prowess, Yukiko's fiery charm, or simply adding Aigis to your collection for free, this is an event you won't want to miss. The collaboration runs from August 13 to September 10, 2026. Mark your calendars, save your gems, and get ready to bring the power of Persona to the NIKKE frontline.