- January 28, 2021
- Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio
The Yakuza Remastered Collection
"This collection is a must have for any Yakuza players that are familiar with the series and want to jump straight into the story after Yakuza Kiwami 2."
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The Day One Edition contains Yakuza 3, Yakuza 4, & Yakuza 5 on two disks in a striking red collectable case, emblazoned with Kiryu’s trademark dragon tattoo.
- The remastered collection offers a significant amount of content, with over 30 hours of main missions across three games, providing great value for the price.
- Yakuza 5 stands out as the best entry in the collection, featuring improved gameplay mechanics, graphics, and a more engaging story compared to its predecessors.
- The Japanese voice acting and soundtrack are excellent, enhancing the overall experience and immersion in the game's world.
- Yakuza 3 and 4 feel outdated, with slow mechanics and a lack of engaging content, making them less enjoyable compared to Yakuza 5.
- Despite being remastered, Yakuza 3 shows significant signs of aging, with graphics and animations that still resemble those of the PS2 era.
- Some players reported receiving opened copies of the game, which detracted from their purchasing experience.
story
7 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeThe story in the latest Yakuza installment is relatively short at around nine hours and features three different characters, set in 2012 and connected to previous titles. While some players found the main narrative dull, others appreciated the departure from the traditional linear storytelling, introducing new elements to the plot. Overall, the collection is recommended for fans eager to continue Kiryu Kazuma's journey.
“The story takes place in 2012 and connects to the previous installments, just like its predecessors.”
“I really enjoyed the main story, as the developers finally moved away from the A to B principle and introduced new aspects.”
“This collection is a must-have for any Yakuza players who are familiar with the series and want to jump straight into the story after Yakuza Kiwami 2.”
“The story is quite short at about 9 hours of gameplay compared to previous Yakuza games.”
“The main story itself is very boring.”
“While the main story has pleased me more, the developers have finally moved away from the A to B principle and introduced new aspects.”
The Yakuza Remastered Collection Review – The Dragon and the Mad Dog
While none of these games should be anyone's entry into the franchise, Yakuza 3, 4, and 5 Remastered are updated enough to not feel too out of place for those who are eager to see Kiryu Kazuma's story through to the end.
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"This collection is a must have for any Yakuza players that are familiar with the series and want to jump straight into the story after Yakuza Kiwami 2."
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