Get ready for a Yakuza experience of unprecedented scale! Follow five characters across five Japanese cities, each trying to achieve their dream. The connections between them bring them together, but the conflict that unfolds is nothing any of them could have predicted.
Players can choose from five unique protagonists, each with their own distinct fighting styles. Kazuma Kiryu is the series' signature brawler, using powerful strikes and grapples. Taiga Saejima focuses on heavy, crushing blows. Shun Akiyama utilizes swift, acrobatic movements. Haruka Sawamura's fighting revolves around her idol dance routines. The newcomer Tatsuo Shinada showcases a versatile arsenal of improvised weapons.
The game transports players across five meticulously detailed Japanese cities: Kamurocho, Sotenbori, Nagasu, Sapporo, and Fukuoka. These open-world environments teem with side activities, mini-games, and optional content. Players can engage in taxi driving, baseball, hunting, idol performances, and more, offering tremendous variety and freedom.
The combat system delivers a smooth, satisfying brawling experience. Each protagonist's fighting style feels unique, with a wide array of unlockable techniques, combos, and special moves to master. The fluidity of the action allows seamless transitions between battles and the open world.
The game's wealth of side missions and optional activities provide a glimpse into the lives of the residents. These diverse substories range from humorous hijinks to heartwarming character moments, further enriching the Yakuza experience.
Players can indulge in a robust collection of well-crafted diversions, such as arcade games, rhythm-based idol performances, taxi driving and racing, hunting, and baseball. Many of these minigames tie directly into the broader narrative.
The game's skill tree system allows players to enhance their protagonists' abilities, unlocking new combat techniques, improving stats, and tailoring their playstyle as they progress through the story.