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About Yakuza Kiwami
Yakuza Kiwami retells the story of Kazuma Kiryu, who serves ten years for a murder he didn’t commit and returns to the neon‑lit district of Kamurocho. The city’s yakuza factions are on the brink of war, and Kiryu is drawn into a narrative that blends love, betrayal, and personal resolve. Combat revolves around four distinct fighting styles—Brawler, Rush, Beast, and Dragon—that can be swapped instantly, and players may pick up makeshift weapons found on the streets to augment attacks against groups of enemies. Outside the main plot, the game offers a suite of nightlife diversions: karaoke, a casino, a cabaret club, an arcade, and batting cages, each populated by a variety of characters. The title supports full controller input, including DualShock and DualSense, and integrates with Steam Input for custom mappings. Adjustable difficulty lets players tailor the challenge, while Steam Cloud, achievements, and trading cards provide standard Steam ecosystem features. Released exclusively for Windows, Yakuza Kiwami is a re‑release of the Legacy edition that adds extra text languages but otherwise mirrors the original content; save data does not transfer between editions, and owners of the Legacy version can purchase this edition at a reduced price. Developed by Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio (Sega), the game delivers a single‑player experience that blends action, adventure, and light RPG elements within a richly detailed urban setting.
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Story premise
Kazuma Kiryu takes the fall for a murder and emerges from prison ten years later, finding yakuza clans on the brink of war in a bustling red‑light district of modern‑day Japan.
- Follow cut‑scenes and dialogue cues to keep track of plot developments.
- Use the in‑game mission log to monitor story progress.
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Combat system
Players can dynamically switch among four fighting styles—Brawler, Rush, Beast, and Dragon—while also using makeshift weapons scattered on the streets to defeat enemy hordes.
- Try each style in a single encounter to feel its rhythm.
- Pick up nearby objects to supplement attacks against larger groups.
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Side activities
Between story missions, players can explore nightlife locations such as karaoke, a casino, a cabaret club, an arcade, and batting cages, encountering a range of colorful characters.
- Visit each venue at least once to experience the full breadth of non‑combat content.
- Talk to NPCs in these spots for optional dialogue and immersion.
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Controller support
The game offers full controller support, including DualShock and DualSense compatibility, and integrates with the Steam Input API for customizable mappings.
- Configure your preferred controller layout through Steam Input before playing.
- Test both DualShock and DualSense to see which feels more natural for you.
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Edition information
Yakuza Kiwami is a re‑release of Yakuza Kiwami (Legacy) that adds extra text languages but otherwise contains the same game content and specifications. Save data does not transfer between editions, and owners of the Legacy version can buy this edition at a discounted price.
- Check the language options in the settings menu after installation.
- Compare prices if you already own the Legacy edition.
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