Yakuza Kiwami

 PlayStation 4
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7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 673 Ratings

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  1. MPK92
    Aug 31, 2023
    8
    A fantastic remake. Good story, great characters, good side content, good combat, looks and sounds good. A few lulls in the mission design such as a handful of fetch quests and other missions that seem rather superfluous.
  2. Killerpummkin
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    Unbeatable atmosphere, hilarious submissions, an excellent story and plenty of things to do in between the main missions. If you haven't played it, I don't know what you're waiting for.
  3. FrankCreeper
    Jul 28, 2023
    8
    A remake of first game of the franchise with better story,better gameplay and fantastic combact system...still an open world with an amount of enjoyable activities.Amazing of this game is very enjoyable even you cant play the predecessor
  4. Davidnotavailab
    Jul 1, 2023
    8
    I played this after Yakuza 0, the game suffers a lot from being much shorter, than 0 so it lacks in the world department letting it feel pretty empty and out of place with the main story. The main story isnt bad for the yakuza series its just much poorly presented than 0's one, and also a lot different. Also playing only as kiryu kinda sucks considering he has the same moves as in 0. II played this after Yakuza 0, the game suffers a lot from being much shorter, than 0 so it lacks in the world department letting it feel pretty empty and out of place with the main story. The main story isnt bad for the yakuza series its just much poorly presented than 0's one, and also a lot different. Also playing only as kiryu kinda sucks considering he has the same moves as in 0. I liked the spiked up difficulty tho this is probably the most challenging yakuza of the bunch, the music is nice, kamurocho stil looks great.
    7,5/10    … Expand
  5. ebbest
    Jun 23, 2023
    10
    after 50 hours of side quest and main quest, i can say that it's an incredible game in every way
  6. Uncl3s4mbr
    May 4, 2023
    8
    Very good gameplay with a very good history and new graphics. Continues the history from Yakuza 0 very well.
  7. VioIrdsGX
    Apr 18, 2023
    10
    This is the first remake of Yakuza, I started playing it in 2022 after finishing Yakuza 0, I also liked it and the first time I just saw the game it was the alternative since I don't have a PlayStation 2 and the first Yakuza game , so this game was one of the great opportunities to familiarize the history of the famous Dragon of Dojima (KIRYU-CHAN), this game had changes than in theThis is the first remake of Yakuza, I started playing it in 2022 after finishing Yakuza 0, I also liked it and the first time I just saw the game it was the alternative since I don't have a PlayStation 2 and the first Yakuza game , so this game was one of the great opportunities to familiarize the history of the famous Dragon of Dojima (KIRYU-CHAN), this game had changes than in the original version but I'm not so familiar with the PS2 version, sorry, so In chronological order, this should be played after Yakuza 0 and its story met my expectations.… Expand
  8. TianLong1
    Mar 31, 2023
    8
    Great sequel to Yakuza Zero, I enjoyed it a lot, the fighting sequence is just as fun and satisfying. The character development of Nishiki was interesting but its hate towards Kyriu felt kinda forced and was not consistent with his character in Yakuza Zero where they had a true bromance. The final boss fight was more annoying than challenging, but the fight before that was rather fun.
  9. JesseDillinger
    Feb 1, 2023
    9
    In terms of combat, this one is the best by far. The combat in 0 is kind of the same, but it's missing something about it. The story is good. This was the first Yakuza game I played. I wish the combat would've been like this with the rest.
  10. Nick_Scratch
    Nov 25, 2022
    8
    Having just finished Yakuza 0, I was eager to dive into this remake of the first title, and it did not disappoint. Kiryu is just so fun to play as the stoic, basically superhuman protagonist. Good stuff.
  11. TheOldestOak
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    The Yakuza aka Like a Dragon series is incredibly good and I recommend these games go literally anybody.
  12. ehtaco
    Oct 28, 2022
    8
    This game didn't hit for me like 0 did, but it's still a fantastic game and worth playing.
  13. julic
    Sep 15, 2022
    10
    la mejor saga anime que exiten en los videojuegos es super divertido y sus peleas entre bandillas
  14. filip92
    Jul 9, 2022
    9
    I played the main game with only a few sidequests. Stories in Yakuza are unlike any others. Characters are unique and crazy. Dialogue is good, and the game always shifts from comedy to serious situations.
  15. oscarstarkiller
    Jul 5, 2022
    9
    'Yakuza Kiwami' blends **** comedy with pure heartfelt moments, amazing scenery and really fun gameplay. The first chapter in Kazuma Kiryu's story is nothing short of stunning
  16. EnsarO
    Jun 28, 2022
    10
    Nishiki...
    This game is so epic. I liked it. You must play it.No Eng Dub, no Ten years in the joint.
  17. Yaacgold24
    May 10, 2022
    9
    Really nice game, not as good as the sixth but still a nice experience. On my way to Kiwami 2
  18. Elite_Soldier
    Apr 14, 2022
    9
    First time playing a Yakuza game, I'm now hooked into the series. Fun combat and lots of side activities to do in the meantime.
  19. bullshark
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    When I thought there was another Yakuza game couldn't stand next to 0, there comes Kiwami. This game gets props bc its essentially that which started it all, but with big combat and quality-of-life improvements over Yakuza 0. The story is gripping, both the original and additions, the writing and humor fantastic, and acting amazing. There's always something new to do even when you beat theWhen I thought there was another Yakuza game couldn't stand next to 0, there comes Kiwami. This game gets props bc its essentially that which started it all, but with big combat and quality-of-life improvements over Yakuza 0. The story is gripping, both the original and additions, the writing and humor fantastic, and acting amazing. There's always something new to do even when you beat the main game. Majima Everywhere is way better than Mr. Shakedown. A must play!… Expand
  20. SonicGamerBR
    Nov 21, 2021
    9
    Yakuza Kiwami é um jogo incrível para quem nunca jogou a franquia,eu joguei o jogo,ainda nem estou na metade mas estou adorando o jogo,os gráficos são lindos,os modelos são bons,a interação com os pedestres e com a cidade são incríveis,O Unico Problema É que o jogo não esta com Legendas brasileiras.
  21. begut
    Nov 19, 2021
    9
    A great game,a great starting point to the Yakuza series,the gameplay is unique,like the story itself.
  22. borla
    Nov 14, 2021
    8
    Great game, cool story and a awsome gameplay. I highly recommend for beat em up players.
  23. Scorpion_kjf
    Sep 8, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Another game I end up loving .the story is excellent.we just kiryu as the main characters and his story here is very good.the city is similar to Yazuka 0's. And then story start similar to zero too .no majima to play ,but he continued to surprise you to fight you over and over,and over until you got sss rating.most of the game with him.yazuka's fighting style are all different and fun to use.the beat up of yakuzas thugs ,goons that keep jumping you can get tire some.kiryu's story is good one.the music is great.alot of sidemissons ,like 60 .i was only able to like 45 of themi couldn't find the rest without looking a walk-through.but overall the game is great really fun .more classic sega games in acrade.you can date one of the girl at shine or another club .the saying are very fun.so 10 out of 10… Expand
  24. kyle9431oilers
    Aug 4, 2021
    8
    Great remake and great start to an amazing series.

    It may not be as deep as newer entries but it's still a fun game with a good story.
  25. soki98
    Jul 6, 2021
    8
    a great game and one of the better yakuza entries the story is really beautiful and ends nicely
  26. MarleyW
    May 16, 2021
    8
    The story took a step down in regards to the story, especially how it ended, however the side quests have been improved. I also love the majima everywhere system.
  27. memokmo
    May 10, 2021
    8
    Fun combat.
    Good story.
    Good characters.
    Content is enough.
    I loved it really good game.
  28. GameforGamers
    Dec 25, 2020
    10
    first if you are wondering whether you should play this game or not? the answer is definitely you should play it.

    Sega just prove again that they can always be trusted to deliver great quality when it comes to the Yakuza series. it's rare in gaming industry to see a franchise stay strong and keep getting better and better every time, that's what Yakuza series provide a franchise where    first if you are wondering whether you should play this game or not? the answer is definitely you should play it.

    Sega just prove again that they can always be trusted to deliver great quality when it comes to the Yakuza series.
    it's rare in gaming industry to see a franchise stay strong and keep getting better and better every time, that's what Yakuza series provide a franchise where every game is a masterpiece on it's own.

    yakuza kiwami combine the deep storytelling , and the wacky fun side activities, instead of going for a massive empty openworlds like some other franchises, yakuza goes for a small world full of activities and where everywhere you go there is something fun to do, and the world almost feels real.

    i personally give this game the perfect score of 10/10, an i recommend it to everyone    … Expand
  29. 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
  30. Bloodhammer99
    Oct 23, 2020
    10
    Yakuza Kiwami's gameplay feels very smooth, fluid, varied, satisfying, polished and extremely fun, its the most satisfying combat in a game ever along with yakuza 0, the combat is honestly perfect, it's not complicated like a fighting game, it doesn't need to be and shouldn't be, it's simple but very satisfying and skill based. The game doesn't have a high skill ceiling or anything (as itYakuza Kiwami's gameplay feels very smooth, fluid, varied, satisfying, polished and extremely fun, its the most satisfying combat in a game ever along with yakuza 0, the combat is honestly perfect, it's not complicated like a fighting game, it doesn't need to be and shouldn't be, it's simple but very satisfying and skill based. The game doesn't have a high skill ceiling or anything (as it shouldn't since its a singleplayer game) but u can easily identify an experienced player from a beginner, furthermore the fact it has 3 playstyles (4 if you count dragon) that can be switched to at any time adds a lot of depth and stratagy to the combat which wasnt in the series before 0. Grabbing thing from the environment to beat the **** out of people with is really fun and so are the heat actions and kiwami moves, that are a great addition that makes boss fights more fun, only found in this entry. The combat is so well design that if done right combat encounters can look like well choregraphed fight scenes. This game also has the most memorable and most fun bosses in the series along with 0, atleast for me. I played this after playing the amazing yakuza 0 and i can easily say this game is better. Im glad that it retains the 3 kiryu playstyles from it, I personally like kiryus playstyles more than those of Majima so i enjoyed the gameplay here more than 0s, along with this there there are no tedious escort missions like in 0 and the beat em up stages here are just as good in my opinion and there are more of them too. I love the setting and aesthetic. The story here is very well paced, its a pretty simple story but its very entertaining. This game is easily the most replayable yakuza game, its the yakuza game with the most gameplay and the story is easily skipped too since its mostly told through cutscenes (that are way easier and faster to skip than dialogue) with barely any dialogue, story is usually a pain to skip on repeat playthoughs in yakuza games due to the fact there is a lot of dialogue but thats not the case with kiwami, skipping the story also results in bad pacing in yakuza 0, this is also not the case here. Furthermore even though this game is on the shorter side it still has the same amount of gameplay as the rest of the games, its a better balance than the other games imo which have a bit too much story. Another great thing about this game is that it has some really fun side stuff, like the fights in the colosseum. It has the best side stuff in the series imo. Some people may argue that having the dragon style locked behind majima everywhere is a negative but it personally didnt bother me due to the fact that 3 playstyles is more than enough variety for a 15 hour game and fighting majima is fun, besides you can play though the game with the dragon style via new game plus afterwards. This game also allows you to save without having to go to a phone booth which is a nice albeit minor addition. I rate games based on enjoyment and this one is easily a 10/10, amazing gameplay, great story, great side stuff. Masterpiece. A steal for just 20$.… Expand
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#59 Best PS4 Game of 2017
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Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 70 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 59 out of 70
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 70
  3. Negative: 0 out of 70
  1. PLAY! Zine
    Apr 27, 2018
    85
    Yakuza Kiwami is a fine example of how a remaster should be done. Graphical changes and fixing some story plot holes are pretty well done. Majima everywhere is sometimes a nuisance, but all in all, it's a solid addition for an already great game.
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  2. GameCritics
    Nov 17, 2017
    65
    Overall, Yakuza Kiwami isn’t a bad game despite several issues that drag it down. No, its real problem is that Yakuza Zero is a significantly superior product in every way that matters. Fans of the original release will likely dig the modernization, but for any newcomers thinking of jumping in, I’d recommend starting with the infinitely better prequel.
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  3. CD-Action
    Nov 16, 2017
    75
    Yakuza Kiwami is so much more than just a remake of the first game in the series. Sega rebuilt the original from scratch using a much more powerful engine, with the help of completely new artists, and enriched the script with tons of references to subsequent Yakuza releases. It’s not a perfect game but it does a great job at tying up loose ends from Yakuza Zero. [11/2017, p.50]
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