Yakuza Kiwami 2

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8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 427 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 364 out of 427
  2. Mixed: 27 out of 427
  3. Negative: 36 out of 427
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  1. MPK92
    Aug 31, 2023
    9
    Incredible remake effort by RGG. Looks great, music is awesome as usual with this series. The Dragon Engine combat is more finely tuned from Yakuza 6. Engrossing story, interesting characters. Great side content. Great maps to explore and fight in.
  2. Killerpummkin
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    Beautiful game and with a lot of things to do, it is very worth playing. It surprised me with its graphic style.
  3. Sensou
    Jul 9, 2023
    10
    Another Masterpiece!

    RGG never fails to deliver a meaningful and engaging story from start to end. Along side some (or probably all) quirky and weird side quests that truly becoming the charm of the Yakuza series. And once again, I had invested my time more on the cabaret and Majima Construction rather than progressing through the story. Yakuza is the only game that able to make me    Another Masterpiece!

    RGG never fails to deliver a meaningful and engaging story from start to end. Along side some (or probably all) quirky and weird side quests that truly becoming the charm of the Yakuza series.

    And once again, I had invested my time more on the cabaret and Majima Construction rather than progressing through the story. Yakuza is the only game that able to make me curious, hook and interested in their side gameplay or activities. Most game feels like a chore or not engaging at all but with Yakuza, you are voluntarily doing it.

    Another thing that probably most gamer didn't notice is the perfection of the writer to make that dozen of characters in the game alive. Every single characters (not NPC) in the game has a specific value on them. There's no single character that feels like a filler. The only game that does this besides Yakuza Series is only RDR2 in my opinion.

    Just buy and play this game but just remember that RGG is known for their story and they are the best at it. For gameplay, it's pretty good but don't expect a flashy kind of action game. Dive into the world of Yakuza and you'll know the richness of this series.    … Expand
  4. Davidnotavailab
    Jul 1, 2023
    9
    Probably the most fun Yakuza in terms of side quests. This has one of the funniest and diverse side storries. It does indeed benefit from bringing back the cabaret minigame, but idc its much more fun in this one for some reason, and the hostesses (i cant believe im ranking them) have more depth to their characters. The story is incredible up to a certain level, some aspects of the ending iProbably the most fun Yakuza in terms of side quests. This has one of the funniest and diverse side storries. It does indeed benefit from bringing back the cabaret minigame, but idc its much more fun in this one for some reason, and the hostesses (i cant believe im ranking them) have more depth to their characters. The story is incredible up to a certain level, some aspects of the ending i dont like, but Kiryu and Kaorus relationship is very sweet and compelling. And sotenbori looks amazing. And the yakuza should get more praise all the time for aesthetics the game run and looks so nice… Expand
  5. Phamtom25
    May 16, 2023
    9
    My Favourite Yakuza, almost perfect remastered/remake of Yakuza 2 with the new and improved combat and visuals of Yakuza 6. A mustplay if you like this genre
  6. Uncl3s4mbr
    Apr 22, 2023
    9
    Very catching history that continues Yakuza 0 greatly. Good fight system e side quests
  7. 3nz0_spidey
    Apr 9, 2023
    10
    My Favorite Yakuza Game , THANKS U SEGA FOR THIS BIUTYFUL GAME (i love ryuji)
  8. chokorettoo
    Apr 4, 2023
    8
    the overall soundtrack, stunning visuals were amazing. although the story has some flaws and gaps in between it holds a place in my heart
  9. TianLong1
    Mar 31, 2023
    9
    My second favorite Yakuza game after Yakuza Zero, not only because of the new characters but also because of the new gameplay features, animations and environmental damage you can cause during the fights. Everything feels even more polished and the mini-games are even more fun than before. The story is still very good and engaging, with a cool antagonist and an interesting romance interest.
  10. VioIrdsGX
    Dec 30, 2022
    10
    I liked it, this is my first time playing the mechanics of Yakuza 6, as the word Kiwami says, it is a remake of Yakuza 2 for PlayStation 2, this time the graphics for me personally are better than those of Yakuza 0, you also have good minigames that I can find (for me it's a pity that Pocket Circuit isn't there, since I started to like it since I started with Yakuza 0). But it is alsoI liked it, this is my first time playing the mechanics of Yakuza 6, as the word Kiwami says, it is a remake of Yakuza 2 for PlayStation 2, this time the graphics for me personally are better than those of Yakuza 0, you also have good minigames that I can find (for me it's a pity that Pocket Circuit isn't there, since I started to like it since I started with Yakuza 0). But it is also recommended that if you have not played Yakuza 2, play this remake because it is better than the original.… Expand
  11. Nick_Scratch
    Dec 5, 2022
    10
    After tackling Yakuza 0 (10/10!) and Kiwami (8/10), I was stoked to get into the next chapter in Kiryu's saga, and it was everything I wanted. Top-notch story & action, and improved mechanics hit all the right spots. They even made the waifu collector club's story incredibly satisfying by tying it all into 0's, as well. Fantastic game.
  12. TheOldestOak
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    The Yakuza aka Like a Dragon series is incredibly good and I recommend these games go literally anybody.
  13. julic
    Sep 15, 2022
    10
    la mejor saga anime que exiten en los videojuegos es super divertido y sus peleas entre bandillas
  14. EnsarO
    Jun 28, 2022
    10
    Story:9
    Sounds:9
    Gameplay:10
    Mechanics:10
    Details:8
    Characters:9
    Must have!
  15. Sparda_84
    May 18, 2022
    9
    While Yakuza 0 is still the best Yakuza game, the Dragon Engine did marvels with this fantastic remake, which was the perfect sent-off for both the Dragon of Dojima, and the action style, before the jump to the classic JRPG style in Like a Dragon.
  16. Sensou12
    Nov 22, 2021
    10
    Can't stop with Yakuza which makes me here after playing the Yakuza 0.

    Combat is faster but lack of variation from combat style feature like Yakuza 0. Graphics is quite debatable as in my opinion its look more realistic. Luckily, the cabaret gameplay still in this game and the real estate is becoming Majima Construction which still give you a lot of fun. The most favorable changes is    Can't stop with Yakuza which makes me here after playing the Yakuza 0.

    Combat is faster but lack of variation from combat style feature like Yakuza 0.
    Graphics is quite debatable as in my opinion its look more realistic.
    Luckily, the cabaret gameplay still in this game and the real estate is becoming Majima Construction which still give you a lot of fun.
    The most favorable changes is the transition from going in and out from restaurant, store and other building available in the game. (Thank God no more loading screen for that)

    But of course the main selling point of the game is the story as its sill very strong. If you love Yakuza, this game is a must have, mainly because of the story not because of the gameplay.

    Conclusion: Another superb game from RGG. Will worth your time if you like story-driven game. Just hoping RGG could make Judgement and another upcoming series become a great series like Yakuza    … Expand
  17. vvv123
    Sep 4, 2021
    8
    Great game, the story really picked up and there were a lot of twists towards the end, which is best to understand if 0 and Kiwami are played first. Its easier to run from enemies in 0 though, which was a bit annoying in Kiwami 2.
  18. soki98
    Jul 6, 2021
    9
    this game is imo a close contender for the best yakuza game but it falls a bit behind yakuza 0 but overall an amazing story with one of if not the the best antagonists in the franchise
  19. oslo1
    May 23, 2021
    10
    This game is soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo good
  20. MarleyW
    May 8, 2021
    8
    So far its my 2nd favorite yakuza game after yakuza 0. A great game all around.
  21. Wweald
    Apr 27, 2021
    9
    Enjoyed this quite a bit more than Kiwami 1 but not as much as 0. The annoying fight design of Kiwami 1 isn't present in this one. I do miss having different stances but the fighting is still really enjoyable in this one. The story is also much better that Kiwami 1 imo. The Majima saga is really short but was fun and nice closure for his story in 0.
  22. superpyro296
    Dec 30, 2020
    9
    Yakuza Kiwami 2 is a masterpiece. Here, you have an amazing story who will make you feel a lot of emotions. Again, the voice acting is excellent. I completed my walkthrough in a little bit more than 55 hours and I still had some unfinished substories. Yakuza Kiwami 2 has more content and variety and his predecessor Yakuza Kiwami. I was also happy that Majima was a playable character for aYakuza Kiwami 2 is a masterpiece. Here, you have an amazing story who will make you feel a lot of emotions. Again, the voice acting is excellent. I completed my walkthrough in a little bit more than 55 hours and I still had some unfinished substories. Yakuza Kiwami 2 has more content and variety and his predecessor Yakuza Kiwami. I was also happy that Majima was a playable character for a few chapters (Majima Saga). Also, Yakuza Kiwami 2 has great graphics. One of the best looking setting is in Sotenbori near the river (during the night). The only weakness I see for this game is the repetition around the street fights. At the end, I was trying to run away from them (not because the enemies were too strong but because that became so repetitive). Overall, This is one of the best PS4 games I played (along with Yakuza O, the Witcher, God of War and Persona 5). I strongly recommend this title. If you never played Yakuza games, maybe you should start with Yakuza 0 (there are a lot of references to previous games so I wouldn't recommend starting directly from Yakuza Kiwami 2)… Expand
  23. rvp
    Nov 30, 2020
    9
    I just love the Yakuza series, I can recommend all of the games! Also this entry of the series is just great. The story is great, the side quests are amazing. The open world is a lot of fun! It's nice to play in a smaller open world where you know the whole world after a while and it's a lot of fun to do stuff in it. The characters are as always loveable. The plot twists are great! A greatI just love the Yakuza series, I can recommend all of the games! Also this entry of the series is just great. The story is great, the side quests are amazing. The open world is a lot of fun! It's nice to play in a smaller open world where you know the whole world after a while and it's a lot of fun to do stuff in it. The characters are as always loveable. The plot twists are great! A great great Yakuza game!… Expand
  24. doproyee
    Nov 29, 2020
    9
    graphic : very realistic and good

    sounds : bloody good as always

    controls : sucks

    main story : pretty got disappointing

    overall contents : very enjoyable

    characters : i like them
  25. Galix
    Oct 21, 2020
    9
    Después de jugar al Yakuza original de PS2, este juego me ha parecido un lavado de cara espectacular en todos los sentidos. Sin duda un gran remake que merece mucho la pena.

    Lo bueno: - La historia está bastante bien y es una gran secuela de su antecesor. - La opción de poder ver un resumen del primer juego al principio es un buen detalle para los que no lo hayan jugado o los que no    Después de jugar al Yakuza original de PS2, este juego me ha parecido un lavado de cara espectacular en todos los sentidos. Sin duda un gran remake que merece mucho la pena.

    Lo bueno:
    - La historia está bastante bien y es una gran secuela de su antecesor.
    - La opción de poder ver un resumen del primer juego al principio es un buen detalle para los que no lo hayan jugado o los que no se acuerden.
    - Misiones secundarias y objetivos opcionales a cascoporro que hacen que completar este juego al 100% sea todo un desafío.
    - Aparte de las misiones secundarias podemos hacer multitud de cosas, como jugar a los dardos, ir a los recreativos a jugar al virtua fighter, ir al casino, y un amplio etcétera.
    - Mención especial para el minijuego de Majima Construction y el cabaret, una serie de misiones secundarias con su propio argumento y que merecen mucho la pena (especialmente el segundo).
    - El lavado de cara no solo afecta a los gráficos sino también al gameplay. La forma de moverse por la ciudad con la cámara libre es infinitamente mejor que el juego original y las transiciones a los combates están mucho mejor llevadas.

    Lo malo:
    - El sistema de combate, si bien funciona bastante mejor que en los originales de PS2 sigue sin ser el mejor del mundo.
    - Las peleas callejeras pueden llegar a volverse algo cansinas.
    - El juego está completamente en inglés, lo que supondrá un gran inconveniente para muchos ya que es un juego con mucho texto.    … Expand
  26. Mazhi
    Oct 4, 2020
    10
    Después del 10 que le di a Kiwami 1, se viene el 10 del Kiwami 2.

    Tiene todo lo bueno del 1, pero le añade las físicas del Yakuza 6.
  27. Kai82
    Sep 22, 2020
    10
    A highlight of the series. It has a great story interwoven with excellent characters. The character motivations and developments are clear, understandable and interesting. The overall story becomes better and better with new twists and revelations. You clearly know what motivates the characters and why they do the things their ways. But lets start at the beginning. The Yakuza games areA highlight of the series. It has a great story interwoven with excellent characters. The character motivations and developments are clear, understandable and interesting. The overall story becomes better and better with new twists and revelations. You clearly know what motivates the characters and why they do the things their ways. But lets start at the beginning. The Yakuza games are open world games with RPG elements. They may have the smallest open world but are filled to the brim with content. After the result of Yakuza Kiwami Kiryu thought that his troubles were behind him. But the past catches up to him as he is draw again into power struggles, plots and agendas. This time it gets even more deadly as a full scale conflict is on the horizon. First I want to praise the characters. Kazuma Kiryu is a fitting protagonist and gets a lot of development for a stoic character. Kaoru Sayama is the addition to him as they have to work together. Goro Maijima is always enjoyable. Ryuji Goda is a fitting adversary and earned my respect. There are more great characters but it would spoil them if I point out certain things. Like I said the story is great. The more you know the better it gets. Incomprehensible actions become relatable as you will walk in their shoes. I first thought it was a weak story that explained things not enough but like the characters themselves you just see a facade first and later you see truth behind it. The twists are excellent as you uncover much (sad) backstories and the events of the past will shape the present (and future). Then there are the side activities. All Yakuza games are filled to the brim. You can play the vidogames Virtua Fighter 2, Virtual On Cyber Troopers, play Poker, Blackjack, Koi Koi, Mahjong, Oicho Kabu, Shogi, Karaoke, Darts, Baseball (batting cage), Golf, Toylets games, participate in a fighting ring (MMA style) and more. There are two bigger sidequests with their own story line. The Cabaret Club minigame returns from Yakuza 0 It is again one of my favorites. You are the manager of a Cabaret Club and challenge rivals while improving your cast and acquire new members. Then there is Maijima Construction where you will be hired by Goro Maijima. Here you play matches in overhead view. You select a team and must protect your construction side. Each character has its own stats and abilities. You can of cause acquire new ones. It is a good challenge. There are also tons of sidequests. Some are really entertaining, funny or ridiculous. There is an additional separate content where you play as Goro Maijima for a while. I enjoyed it and the ending is nice. They improved the graphics a lot and while it will not reach the level of system-sellers it look good for me. Soundtrack was never a complaint in the series so far. Overall it is the best Yakuza game with Yakuza 0. Was well worth my time and money.… Expand
  28. RoninNinjaXL
    Sep 18, 2020
    9
    Story: 10
    Gameplay: 9
    ost: 10
    Characters: 10

    Atleast it is way better then kiwami
  29. babaganoosh08
    Aug 23, 2020
    8
    Another great title in the Yakuza series. Could have done with a few less bouncing missions. It's a must if you have played Kiwami in all honesty and the same can be said about the franchise as a whole. Once your hooked, you'll want to play them all.
  30. ZzjimbozZ
    Jun 22, 2020
    9
    Story 9/10
    Gameplay 9/10
    Graphics 9/10

    My favourite yakuza games of the series
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 69 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 64 out of 69
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 69
  3. Negative: 0 out of 69
  1. CD-Action
    Dec 4, 2018
    80
    Not having played Yakuza 6 yet, at first I was disappointed with the Dragon engine, which offers only painful 30 frames per second. New tech has its advantages though, as you may enter most of shops, restaurants etc. without annoying loading, which is a significant step forward from the first Kiwami, as are the physics engine, animation system and enhanced control over combat. Overall it is a very good game, but not as brilliant as Yakuza 0, especially in terms of the story. [10/2018, p.70]
  2. ZTGD
    Sep 27, 2018
    90
    It’s an odd feeling to be back in Kamurocho after wishing a bittersweet farewell to the Dragon of Dojima. Even though Kiwami 2 doesn’t quite achieve the emotional highs of the Song of Life, the polished gameplay as well as one of the finest antagonists the series has to offer makes it a must play for Yakuza fans, whether they played the original on the PS2 or not.
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  3. GameCritics
    Sep 24, 2018
    85
    Minor flaws aside, Yakuza Kiwami 2 is a great reimagining, reworked with love and pride by a team who clearly understand what makes their games shine. Even though there are loads of Kiryu’s adventures to choose from at this point, this one stands apart as one of the best. It may not dethrone 0 as the definitive Yakuza experience, but it’s still an excellent entry in its own right and has essentially become the gold standard by which all remakes should be measured.
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