Persona 4 Golden 100% Walkthrough: Your Ultimate Completion Guide

Embark on a journey to fully conquer Persona 4 Golden with this comprehensive 100% walkthrough. Crafted by conduct.edu.vn’s content experts, this guide is designed to help you achieve complete game mastery, surpassing any other guide available. Whether you’re aiming for every trophy, max social link, or simply want to experience everything Inaba has to offer, this guide is your definitive resource.

I. Your Path to 100% Completion

This walkthrough is structured to maximize your Persona 4 Golden experience across two playthroughs, allowing you to witness every facet of the game, including content exclusive to New Game Plus. Flexibility is key; while we provide a detailed route, you can adapt it to your preferences.

First Playthrough Objectives:

Achieve the Golden Ending
Unlock and view all game endings
Maximize all Social Links
Experience romance with every female character (platonic options included)
Witness every event option (excluding Summer Festival variations)
Complete all Quests
Max out all Status Parameters
Read every book available in the game
Conquer the Mega Beef Bowl Challenge
Defeat the formidable Reaper
Collect every Costume
Win every prize from the Vending Machine
Craft all Models
Obtain all Trophies achievable in a standard playthrough

New Game Plus Objectives:

Complete the Persona Compendium
Earn the Hardcore Risette Fan Trophy (a true test of dedication!)
Defeat the Secret Boss, Margaret
Register 100 Skill Cards
Explore Alternate School Club Social Links
Experience all alternate female Social Link routes (optional Sun Social Link variations)
Witness all Summer Festival date options
Master all Bike Skills
Ace every exam with perfect scores
Obtain The Power of Truth Trophy
Obtain Big Bro is Worried Trophy
Finally, achieve the Golden Completed Trophy – proof of true Persona 4 Golden mastery!

II. Frequently Asked Questions for 100% Completion

Before diving into the day-by-day guide, let’s address common questions to ensure a smooth and efficient playthrough.

WAQ1: Why Frequent Saving is Crucial?

Mistakes happen, stat increases can be unpredictable, and choices matter. Frequent saving allows you to reload and correct errors, ensuring you stay perfectly aligned with this 100% guide. Save every 2-3 in-game days in separate slots – it’s a lifesaver.

WAQ2: Understanding Status Parameters

Courage, Diligence, Knowledge, Expression, and Understanding – these five parameters are vital. Each has 5 ranks and unlocks Social Links, jobs, and dialogue options. We’ll prioritize maxing these early. Normal increases grant 3 points, “Greatly Increased” actions yield 5.

WAQ3: Persona Selection and Social Links

Having a Persona of the same Arcana as your Social Link grants bonus points, speeding up the ranking process. This guide assumes you maintain matching Personas for every Social Link rank, excluding Rank 1 and Rank 10.

WAQ4: Weather’s Impact on Your Schedule

Weather dictates Social Link availability (only a few are available in rain), enemy encounters, and event outcomes. Be mindful of forecasts!

WAQ5: Soccer vs. Basketball for Strength Social Link

Soccer is chosen for book completion. The Basketball Club has book acquisition restrictions based on Social Link rank, while Soccer doesn’t, simplifying our book reading schedule.

WAQ6: Social Link Mechanics Explained

Social Links operate on a point system. Earn enough points, and the next interaction ranks up the link. Maximize points by:

Arcana Matching: Always have a Persona of the corresponding Arcana.
Dialogue Choices: Choose responses highlighted in this guide for bonus points.

WAQ7: Dungeon攻略 in One Day – SP Management is Key

Conserve SP by minimizing magic skill usage. Focus on exploiting weaknesses and All-Out Attacks. Golden Hands are your EXP and Yen source – use items like Ball Lightning early on, and later, Physical skills and critical hits are effective. Chests are vital for SP recovery items. Normal difficulty is manageable; Very Hard requires optimized strategies.

WAQ8: Flags – Unlocking Game Content

Flags are prerequisites for unlocking Social Links or extra story content. Completing certain actions “triggers” flags, opening up new possibilities.

WAQ9: The Victory Cry “Cheat”

Victory Cry, a Persona skill, fully restores HP/SP after battles. Obtainable early via fusion on specific days, it trivializes game difficulty and is considered a “cheat.”

WAQ10: Who is the Artisan Apprentice?

Essential for the Cleaning Mop quest. He also trades unique items for specific materials. Find his trade list in the Artisan Apprentice section of this guide.

WAQ11: Jester Social Link Persona Requirement

After Rank 6, the Jester Social Link ranks up automatically with story progression, provided you reach Rank 6 by November 1st. No Persona needed post-Rank 6.

WAQ12: Date Invitations Demystified

Dates occur at Summer Festival, Christmas Eve, New Year’s Day, Ski Trip, and Valentine’s Day. Summer Festival: 6 options (female classmates + solo). Others: 7 options (female classmates + male friends). Guy invites are automatic. Female invites (except Rise at Summer Festival) require a romantic relationship. Save Abuse lets you see all, but some events have unique items, influencing our walkthrough choices.

WAQ13: Aeon Social Link “Rank Up” Clarification

Aeon “rank up” mentions are mandatory events preceding Rank 6. It’s story progression, not a true Social Link rank increase at that point.

WAQ14: Social Link Reversal and Breaking

Female classmate Social Links can Reverse (requiring cheering up) or Break (resetting to Rank 1) if neglected or due to poor choices, especially in Moon and Fortune links, or Sunday hangouts causing conflicts between girls.

WAQX1: Persona Inventory Management

If Persona slots are full, drop the cheapest rebuy Persona from the Compendium, unless it’s a Party Member, Hierophant, or Justice Persona (needed for random bonus points).

WAQX2: Why No Death Persona Needed?

Death Social Link ranks up automatically on Sundays/Holidays, rendering a matching Persona unnecessary.

III. Essential Walkthrough Notes – Read Before Starting!

HIGHLY IMPORTANT! HIGHLY IMPORTANT! HIGHLY IMPORTANT!

These notes are critical for successfully following this 100% walkthrough. Ignoring them may lead to falling behind schedule.

Arcana Matching: From April 18th onward, always equip a Persona matching the Social Link Arcana (except Rank 1 & 10) for bonus points.
One-Day Dungeon Clears: This guide assumes one-day dungeon clears on Normal difficulty. Higher difficulties increase challenge. Focus on Golden Hands for EXP/Yen and minimize normal encounters to conserve SP.
Spoiler Warning: Minor spoilers are present, but major story spoilers are avoided. First-time players may experience minor story reveals.
Social Link Flexibility: Falling slightly behind on a Social Link is recoverable, but may impact first playthrough objectives. Accuracy is key for maximizing first playthrough completion.
Save Frequently and Diversely: Save every 2-3 days in different save slots to backtrack effectively if needed.
Yen Management: Maintain healthy Yen reserves. Aim for at least 50,000 Yen after the first dungeon, increasing by 50,000 Yen per subsequent dungeon.
Enjoy the Game! Most importantly, have fun! Persona 4 Golden is an exceptional experience.

Troubleshooting Tips for Staying on Track:

Backup Saves: Maintain multiple saves to revert if you deviate from the guide.
Arcana Persona Check: Double-check you have the correct Arcana Persona equipped for Social Links, and Party Member, Justice, and Hierophant Personas in your deck for extra points during events.
Point Tracking: Aim for the same or higher Status Parameter and Social Link points to stay aligned with the guide’s pace.

Known Issues and Solutions:

June 15th Justice Rank Up Issue: If Justice Rank 4 doesn’t trigger, check for the “relationship will become closer soon” message on June 2nd. If missing, gain more points (hang out instead of reading).
September 4th Hierophant Rank Up Issue: Similar to Justice, check for the “relationship will become closer soon” message on August 22nd. Hang out instead of reading if needed.
October 21st Moon Romance Option: The Moon Social Link romance choice is unique. Follow the guide’s options precisely, even if they seem unconventional initially.

If you find typos or errors, please report them to [email protected]!

IV. Persona 4 Golden 100% Walkthrough – Day by Day Guide

April – Awakening and Investigation Begins

HIGHLY IMPORTANT! HIGHLY IMPORTANT! HIGHLY IMPORTANT!

Ensure you have read the “Important Notes” section before starting.

April 11th

Name Entry: Last name first, first name second. (Yu Narukami/Souji Seta are canon names).
Afternoon: Story events and exploration at gas station. Save at the blue butterfly!
Evening: Check fridge for Fried Rice (eat it – minor Courage boost). Futon is for time passing (unused in this guide).

April 12th

Early Morning: Story events.
Response: Morooka: “…You calling me a loser?” – Option C: “…You calling me a loser?” (Courage UP)
After School: Town exploration. Fast travel with Square button.
Evening: Sleep.

April 13th

Morning: Lesson (Knowledge UP).
Evening: Sleep.

April 14th

Morning: Lesson – Question: What is the year before 1 A.D. called? Option B: “1 B.C.” (Knowledge UP)
After School: Response – Chie: “So…uh…We’re still alive…right?” Option B: “Are you guys okay?” (Understanding UP)
Evening: Sleep.

April 15th

After School: Response – Yosuke: “What about you? Could you just walk away?” Option C: “I’m worried about Chie.” (Understanding UP). Introduction to battle mechanics and trophies.
Evening: Sleep.

April 16th

Early Morning: Magician Social Link Rank 1 (Auto).
Evening: Sleep.

April 17th

Daytime: Daidara Metalworks – Yosuke gives Yen (save it!). TV World access.
TV World: Teddie gives items (Revival Beads, Peach Seeds, Soul Drops – keep a Peach Seed for a future quest!). Battle system explanation, party tactics (set to Direct Commands). Shuffle Time explanation.
Required Personas: Get Magician and Strength Personas before the boss.
Trophy: Obtained Advantage Mine Trophy!
Objective: Defeat Shadow Yukiko Boss. Fool Social Link Rank 1 (Auto).
Evening: Costumes – Obtained Yaso High Jersey. Sleep.

April 18th

Early Morning: Chariot Social Link Rank 1 (Auto) – Chie: “…that’s what draws people to you, or something like that” Option C: “Falling for me, huh?” (New Game Plus only, Courage requirement).
Afternoon: Lesson – Question: “alphabet” comes from “alpha” and what other one? Option C: “Beta” (Knowledge UP).
After School: Free time, explore town, don’t spend money yet. Weather importance reminder.
Quest 1: Who’s the Riddle Master!? – Funky Student (Classroom Building 3F) – Option A: “Group A”; Option B: “6 Flag Colors”. Reward: 3 Chest Keys.
Bug Catching: Bug-Catching Kid (Shopping District Shrine) – Item request (Dr. Salt NEO today). Reward: 2 Tatshumie Ladybugs (Fishing Rod needed).
Gardening: Gardening Woman (Junes) – 3 Tiny Soul Tomatoes.
Vending Machine: Shopping District South – TaP Soda (120 yen, 10 SP, 5 weekly, restocks Monday). Buy some!
Aeon Social Link Rank 1: Velvet Room, leave, re-enter, talk to Marie.

Image Alt Text: Marie, the Velvet Room dweller in Persona 4 Golden, stands near a bookshelf, her expression suggesting she is about to make a request.
Evening: Fridge (check for humor). Study – Save Abuse for 2 Knowledge UP.

April 19th

After School: Velvet Room – Fuse Magician/Strength Personas if needed. Trophy: Persona Shopper Trophy!
Strength Social Link Rank 1: Faculty Room (Classroom Building 1F) optional club info. Emergency Exit (Classroom Building 1F) – Join Soccer Club.

Image Alt Text: The protagonist and Kou Ichijo from Persona 4 Golden during their Strength Social Link event at school, discussing club activities.
Evening: Study – Save Abuse for 2 Knowledge UP.

April 20th

Afternoon: Lesson – Yosuke: “MC! C’mon, man, help me here!” Option B: “Three” (Magician + 2 Points, Expression UP).
After School: Bookstore (Shopping District South) – Buy books: The Lovely Man, Expert Study Methods, Beginning Fishing.
Magician Rank 2: Classroom Building 2F – Option A. Reward: Trafuri skill.
Evening: Read Expert Study Methods.

April 21st

Lunchtime: Social Link approaches (rank up ready). Don’t accept hangouts unless noted.
After School: Strength Rank 2: Classroom Building 2F – Diligence UP – Option A (Understanding UP), A.
Evening: Read Expert Study Methods.

April 22nd

After School: Magician Rank 3 – Option C, Any. Party Member Follow Up Attack unlocked.
Evening: Read Expert Study Methods (Book Finished!).

April 23rd

Morning: Lesson – Yosuke: “What’s this ergonomic bubble she’s asking about!?” Option D: “Tulip mania” (Magician + 2 Points, Expression UP).
After School: Town Bulletin Board (Shopping District North) – Part-time jobs: Envelope Constructor, Day Care Assistant. Accept both.
Day Care Job: Bus Stop (Shopping District South) – Understanding UP, 4,000 Yen.
Evening: Read The Lovely Man.

April 24th

Daytime: Phone calls on Sundays (deny unless noted).
Magician Rank 4: Junes – Option C, A. Reward: Dekaja skill.
Evening: Read The Lovely Man (Courage GREATLY UP, Book Finished!).

April 25th

Morning: Lesson – Question: Muscles grow after getting sore from exercise? Option B: “Overcompensation” (Knowledge UP).
After School: Quest 2: The Girl on the Rooftop – Male Student (Class 2-2), Long-haired Girl (Roof) – Ask hobbies. Vending Machine – TaP Soda restocks.
Sun Social Link Rank 1: Meeting Room (Practice Building 1F) – Drama Club.
Evening: Fridge – Eat white miso (Courage GREATLY UP, Courage Rank Up!). Average to Reliable.

April 26th

Morning: Lesson – Chie: “…I haven’t heard of any of these!” Option C: “Marriage numbers.” (Chariot + 2 Points, Expression UP).
After School: Quest 2: The Girl on the Rooftop – Long-haired Girl (Roof) – Ask hobbies again.
Strength Rank 3: – Diligence UP – No options.
Evening: Study – Knowledge UP, Knowledge Rank Up! Aware to Informed.

April 27th

After School: Trophy: Seize the Moment Trophy! – Buy Super Croquette (Souzai Daigaku).
Shopping: Daidara Metalworks – Sell materials, buy Ball Lightnings (39 recommended), other TV World supplies.
TV World: Rescue Yukiko – Dungeon dive!

Image Alt Text: A wide shot of Yukiko’s Castle dungeon in Persona 4 Golden, showing the dungeon’s elaborate Japanese-style architecture.
- TV World Notes: One-day dungeon clear strategy (Ball Lightnings for Golden Hands). Persona fusion introduction. Money grinding (50,000 Yen target). Reaper info (optional boss after 20 chests). Fishing Rod prerequisite (Gem needed). Quest Prerequisite (Golden Cloths from Phantom Mage). Trophy: Grasping at Greed Trophy!, A Favor for Marie Trophy!. Personas Needed: Sun, Aeon, Chariot, Justice, Temperance, Hierophant. MC Lv 18 for Aeon Persona fusion. Money Needed: 50,000 Yen exit target.
- Objective: Defeat Shadow Yukiko boss. Response – Yosuke: “What kinda person could be doing this?” Option B: “Let’s call it a day.” (Understanding UP). Trophy: A Prince Appears Trophy!

April 28th

After School: Sun Rank 2 – Persona needed – Expression UP – Option B, A, A.
Evening: Fishing Rod – Shiroku Pub – Give Tatshumie Ladybug. Reward: Fishhook, Bread Crumbs. Study – Knowledge UP.

April 29th

Daytime: Mega Beef Bowl Challenge (Aiya, Shopping District North, 3,000 Yen, 8 times for book, stat boosts). Save Abuse for Understanding UP, Courage UP, Diligence UP. Understanding Rank Up! Basic to Kindly.
Evening: Sleep.

April 30th

Morning: Lesson – Question: Greatest canyon in solar system? Option B: “Valles Marineris” (Knowledge UP).
After School: Fool Rank 2 (Auto).
Evening: Study – Knowledge UP.

This completes April. Continue to May following the same structure for a 100% first playthrough!

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V. Conclusion: Mastering Persona 4 Golden

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