Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties Review
Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties is the latest remake in the Like a Dragon franchise. Unfortunately, the game is full of missteps that will likely leave fans disappointed and frustrated.
Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties
Yakuza Kiwami 3 is a remake of the action-adventure beat ’em up Yakuza 3 featuring ex-yakuza Kazuma Kiryu’s fight to protect those he loves. Dark Ties is a brand-new game featuring Yoshitaka Mine from Yakuza 3 included as a separate action-packed experience.
Releases
Date: | Region: | Platform: | Publisher: | Developer: |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2026-02-12 |    | WIN PS4 PS5 XBSX NSW2 | Sega | Ryū ga Gotoku Studio |
Reviews
Game Content
RPG Cast – Episode 805: “It Never Get’s Old”
Chris thinks the GameCube can do better than this. Kelley only knows Gothic from it being in the bargain bin at CompUSA. And Josh thinks Starfield isn’t janky in a fun way.
Let Yourself Be Huge: A Reflection on Yakuza’s Spirit of Personal Liberation
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RPG Cast – Episode 801: “Ziplocs Full of AA Batteries”
Kelley gets her cats comfy so they can breed. Chris learns he can only get so far with hooves. Josh gets drunk and plays some darts. And we all get arrested for match three slavery.
Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties Demo Releasing Today
Sega and Ryū ga Gotoku Studio are releasing a demo of Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties today. The demo gives players the opportunity to play briefly as both Kazuma Kiryu and Yoshitaka Mine, but does not have any save transfer or completion bonus.
Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties Shows Yet More Side Content
Sega and Ryū ga Gotoku Studio released yet more media for Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties side content. The latest batch includes more sub stories, bonding with fellow flip phone owners, karaoke, and more.
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Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties Direct Trailer Showcases Game Content
Sega and Ryū ga Gotoku Studio released a new Direct trailer for Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties. The six-minute video shows much of the previously-detailed side content to be found in the game.
Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties Shows More Side Content
Sega and Ryū ga Gotoku Studio provide details on more side content in Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties. The latest info includes Kiryu’s recruitment into a female biker gang.
Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties Side Stories Detailed
Sega and Ryū ga Gotoku Studio provided new media and details for Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties. The update focuses on Kazuma Kiryu role running the Morning Glory Orphanage and Yoshitaka Mine’s attempts to improve Kanda’s reputation.
Yakuza Kiwami 3 Receives New Media, Details
Sega and Ryū ga Gotoku Studio released two new videos and new screenshots for action RPG Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties. The videos introduce the game’s setting and reveal behind-the-scenes details.
Yakuza Kiwami 3 Showcases Yoshitaka Mine Fighting Style
Action RPG Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties received a new first look video. The footage sees Yoshitaka Mine putting his two fighting styles to use against multiple enemies.
Yakuza Kiwami 3 Gets Combat Trailer
Sega and Ryū ga Gotoku Studio released a new trailer for Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties. The video showcases Kiryu’s two combat styles in the remake of Yakuza 3.
Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties Announced
Yakuza 3 is getting the Kiwami treatment. Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties will include the full remake of the game, plus a new separate experience following the story of Yoshitaka Mine.
Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties Screenshots - January 15, 2026
Kiryu seems to have a problem with dirty magazines...
Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties Screenshots - December 18, 2025
Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties Screenshots - November 27, 2025
Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties Screenshots - November 6, 2025
DRAGON FINISHER!
Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties Screenshots - September 24, 2025
Mine's not so humble beginnings in the Tojo Clan,
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