Why you should play the Yakuza series (from a newcomer)
186The Yakuza series is one of the most unique gaming experiences I've ever played. Combining street brawling, an epic Japanese drama narrative, JRPG leveling elements, social linking, and a lot of engaging mini-games, the game series is incredible.
First coming out in 2005 (in Japan), the series went under the radar in the US until Yakuza 0's release in 2017. From there, the series experienced a renaissance in the West, getting Yakuza 6, Yakuza Kiwami 1, Yakuza Kiwami 2, and soon to be Yakuza 3-5 remakes. A spin-off of the series called Judge Eyes or Judgement is also stated to come out in mid-2019.
If you've already played the series or an old-school fan, you already know why Yakuza is incredible. And if you're a newcomer like me, get ready to have your mind blown away.
Let's follow Kiryu Kazuma's story and break down why you should play the Yakuza series.
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GAMEPLAY FOOTAGE:
Outside of my game footage, here are other people’s clips and pictures I used in the video.
SEGA
http://yakuza.sega.com/agegate.php
Panos Veve:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bOmZ2ber87c
Reddit – /r/Yakuzagames:
https://www.reddit.com/r/yakuzagames/comments/9axlqi/finally_completed_and_collected_all_of_the_kazuma/
GamersPrey:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lga0ECxtAGs&list=PLi8rTpm0dFlLe-AeJkUHgu6cDtQD7YkkO&index=2
Shirrako:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mSVuwbY-rgA
Playstation official channel:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vng-2rETJK0
VG Professional:
https://www.vgprofessional.com/videogames/review-yakuza-6-the-song-of-life/
Bunny Gaming:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dzh1DLSQsZA&t=3305s
devilleon7:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1f1tOsJvZBY&t=45s
King of Games:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pOd707b_UvI
Wozzbot:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WQS4RMDbHvo
Violence City:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iNwqEJsAGCE
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TAGS:
#yakuza #yakuzagame
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SOCIAL MEDIA:
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MUSIC CREDITS:
▪ Intro music: Mii Channel remix
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u1HyZ2hmxnc&ab_channel=VideoGameRemixes
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