The Yakuza Remastered Collection
- January 28, 2021
- Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio
"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."
Get on Xbox Games StoreThe 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.
PC
Playstation 4
Windows
Xbox One
Xbox Series X|S
PlayStation
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Xbox Game Pass
Reviews
- 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- Yakuza 3 and 4 feel outdated, with slow mechanics and a lack of engaging content, making them less enjoyable compared to Yakuza 5.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.
- story7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The 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.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay features expansive open-world areas for exploration, but some users feel that certain titles, like Yakuza 3, lack significant content updates and exhibit outdated mechanics, resulting in a janky experience.
“The gameplay offers multiple large open world areas to explore.”
“No major content or gameplay updates; Yakuza 3 especially feels very aged and janky to play today.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received praise for its excellent Japanese voice acting and a well-crafted soundtrack that is catchy and memorable.
“The soundtrack and the synchronization: the Japanese voice acting is excellent once again.”
“The soundtrack is well done and really sticks in your head.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is likened to that of "JoJo's Bizarre Adventure," characterized by its quirky and absurd comedic elements that enhance the overall experience.
“It's like JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, full of humor.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Yakuza 3 is highlighted as a must-play due to its emotional depth, which significantly enhances the experience of Yakuza 6. Despite some minor flaws, the emotional narrative in Yakuza 3 lays a strong foundation for the sequel's impact.
“Especially Yakuza 3 should be played, despite its minor flaws, as this title makes Yakuza 6 particularly emotional.”
Critic Reviews
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.
80%Yakuza Remastered Collection Review
"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."
90%Review: Yakuza Remastered Collection
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