Shenmue III Review
After an eighteen-year hiatus, Shenmue III has finally arrived, and Ryo Hazuki once again continues his journey through China in search of Lan Di. Will the long-awaited sequel live up to the hype and expectations?
Shenmue III
Shenmue III finally continues the story-driven martial arts saga. Take control of Ryo Hazuki, a teenage martial artist, determined to unravel the mystery behind his father’s murder and to exact revenge on the killer.
Releases
Date: | Region: | Platform: | Publisher: | Developer: |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2019-11-19 |    | PS4 WIN | Ys Net Deep Silver | Ys Net |
Unknown | | WIN PS5 XBSX NSW2 | ININ Games | Ys Net |
Reviews
Game Content
Shenmue III Enhanced Gets First Media
ININ Games and Ys Net released the first media for Shenmue III Enhanced. The game will be available on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2, with pre-orders on special editions available now.
Shenmue III Enhanced Announced
Yu Suzuki and ININ Games have revealed an upcoming enhanced release for Shenmue III. The upgraded version of the game will release for PC and consoles, though a date has not been announced.
Shenmue III Complete Edition Announced for PS4
In addition to its Steam release this week, Shenmue III is getting a special physical edition via Limited Run Games. The Complete Edition is available to order today for $149.99.
Shenmue III Arriving on Steam Next Week
Shenmue III launched almost a year ago on PS4 and the Epic Games Store. With its exclusivity period about to end, PC gamers looking to pick up Shenmue III on Steam will soon be able to do so.
Third Shenmue III DLC Gets Release Date
The adventures of Ryo are soon to continue as the third DLC for Shenmue III now has a release date. This time around a cruise ship is making landfall, complete with a casino.
Shenmue III to Receive Second DLC This Week
The second DLC for Shenmue III is coming to digital store shelves this week. Ryo Hazuki is about to encounter a familiar face from his past and become wrapped up in an all-new quest.
Battle Rally DLC Coming to Shenmue III
After releasing this past November, Shenmue III is about to receive its first DLC. Battle Rally is a race in which the participants attempt to beat each other senseless in order to get ahead.
Shenmue III Gets Its Launch Trailer
After a long wait, Shenmue III is nearly here. Here’s one last launch trailer before the game hits next week.
Shenmue III Sets the Mood with New Environment Trailer
Shenmue III is nearing its launch date after many years of wait. Publisher Deep Silver hopes to set the proper mood by showing “The Spirit of the Land”.
Ys Net, Deep Silver Show a Day in Shenmue
Shenmue III received a new trailer at this week’s Gamescom. The video shows some of the arcade mini-games as well as a bit of martial arts combat.
Shenmue III Trial Version Announced
PC backers of Shenmue III will soon be able to get their hands on a stand-alone trial act before the game’s full release in November. Like the PC release, the trial version will be an Epic Games Store exclusive.
Shenmue III Gets Few More Screenshots, Brief Teaser Trailer
Shenmue III gets another small media update with new screenshots and a half-minute teaser trailer. It does at least confirm the return of forklift driving.
Shenmue III Steam Backer Replacement Options Detailed
After the reveal that Shenmue III’s PC version will launch exclusively on the Epic Games Store, Deep Silver and Ys Net have detailed the options available to those backers who requested a Steam copy. PC and PlayStation 4 versions can be chosen, though refund requests will also be honoured.
Shenmue III Gets Gameplay Trailer, PC Version to Be Epic Games Store Exclusive
Deep Silver and Ys Net showed off the first gameplay trailer for Shenmue III during the PC Gaming Show at E3. The companies also revealed that the game’s PC version will be exclusive to the Epic Games Store.
Limited Run Games Announces More RPG Releases
Limited Run Games held its second annual E3 presentation. Games receiving upcoming physical editions include Transistor, Rogue Legacy, and Dark Devotion, with Limited Run Games also signing on to distribute Shenmue III’s collector’s edition.
Shenmue III Delayed
Fans of the Shenmue series recently received an update regarding its upcoming third entry. The update explained that Shenmue III’s release was being pushed back to November.
Shenmue III Gets New Trailer at MAGIC 2019
Shenmue III put in an appearance at the recent MAGIC 2019 conference in Monaco. During the conference, Ys Net unveiled a brand new trailer for the game.
RPGCast – “Game Of The Year 2018”
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RPGamer’s Most Anticipated 2019 Games
2019 already has plenty of titles to get excited for. The RPGamer staff picked out a selection of games they are most anticipating and are keen to hear what readers are looking forward to.
Shenmue III Set for Next August, Shenmue I & II Remaster Out Now
Shenmue I & II are out now, giving RPGamers a chance to play through the prior games ahead of third’s release. There isn’t too much of a rush to get through the pair, however, as Ys Net has revealed that Shenmue III is a year away.
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