The Atmosphere of the Yakuza Games

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Published on December 5, 2022 12:30:07 PM ● Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S7-yYBAhxmQ

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Lost Judgment (2021)

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A video inspired by the title of a Tekken 4 video that I saw that I didn't actually watch until after coming up with the idea and that video was nothing like this video. This instead is just a small showcase of times where the Yakuza games do a great job at creating an atmospheric setting or mood. And no I didn't "forget" anything. It's a short video on purpose.

A version without the music if you're into ASMR stuff: https://youtu.be/gzUbwIhO-gA

This is very similar to a set of videos I did. This video doesn't focus purely on the sounds, but these ones do. Here was the first part: https://youtu.be/L1NKZYiUKoY

Now, when I say atmosphere, I mean that feeling of feeling like you're really in a living and breathing area. It truly does make you feel like you're actually in Japan, but not in a "makes you feel like Batman/Spider-Man" game review kinda way, but as in it genuinely looks and feels as realistic as it does in real life. The posters, the lights, the people. All of it.

In all seriousness, the Yakuza games do manage to create an incredible atmosphere. When you aren't being presented with wacky substories or the cool fight scenes, you're presented with so many audio and visual sensations that make you feel all kinds of things.

Walking through Kamurocho, seeing all of the neon signs and hearing the sounds of the busy streets.

The quiet of Seiryo High School at night.

The peace of Onomichi in the afternoon.

The little boat that goes around in the river in Sotenbori.

The docks in Yokohama.

And most importantly: The Bowling Alley. WHY, RGG STUDIO...?! Why would you do this to me?! You said you'd be by my side! RGG Studio! All I did, I did for you...!

Song:
Tekken 4 - Authentic Sky

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