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Is it gonna be rough going from Kiwami 2 to Yakuza 3 Remastered? (LTTP: Kiwami 2 is fucking awesome)
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Thanks for the thread OP! I'm a few hours before the end of Kiwami 2 and thinking about picking up the Remastered Collection while still on sale on PSN.
Judging by some of the responses I'd be better off playing Judgment (which already is in my backlog) instead though and then jump straight to Like a Dragon.
Judging by some of the responses I'd be better off playing Judgment (which already is in my backlog) instead though and then jump straight to Like a Dragon.
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Just one question: after playing 0, Kiwami 1 and Kiwami 2, would it be OK to simply jump to Yakuza 6? Will I lose a lot of context? I know it is not ideal, but I don't know if I will have the heart to play 3-5, being such old and long games, so I would like to know how much would I miss. I you tell me not to do it, I will push forward with 3 and the rest.
That is exactly what I am doing right now (finished Kiwami 2 after 2 years and got the remastered collection) and playing 3 reminds me of how much of an upgrade the dragon engine has been. No loading in between street fights, no loading going in out and out of buildings, the ability to set street markers, it goes on and on BUT Yakuza 3 was the first Yakuza I ever played so for me personally going through the remaster is worth it despite the step backs from the remake that preceded its release.
Glad I did a search, as I'm having a damn time trying to figure this out.
It's time for me to finally get into the Yakuza series. I own Yakuza Kiwami, Yakuza Remastered Collection (3-5 for PS3, remastered for PS5) and Yazkua 6.
On PSN at the moment, Yakuza 0 is $4.99 and Yakuza Kiwami 2 is $12.99. Going to grab them because why not?
My plan is to play them in the following order:
Kiwami > Kiwami 2 > 3 Remastered > 4 Remastered > 5 Remastered > 0 > 6 > Like a Dragon
I wish I had an easier way of playing the original two PS2 games, as I like seeing the grown of a series as time goes on. But I probably put the intended story order over that.
It's time for me to finally get into the Yakuza series. I own Yakuza Kiwami, Yakuza Remastered Collection (3-5 for PS3, remastered for PS5) and Yazkua 6.
On PSN at the moment, Yakuza 0 is $4.99 and Yakuza Kiwami 2 is $12.99. Going to grab them because why not?
My plan is to play them in the following order:
Kiwami > Kiwami 2 > 3 Remastered > 4 Remastered > 5 Remastered > 0 > 6 > Like a Dragon
I wish I had an easier way of playing the original two PS2 games, as I like seeing the grown of a series as time goes on. But I probably put the intended story order over that.
If you're trying to follow release order as best you can make sure you skip the Majima Saga in Kiwami 2, it's a new short story they added that follows up on things from Yakuza 0. There's a few other 0 references they added in the Kiwamis but they're pretty minor, mainly a couple karaoke songs, and some of the minigames that weren't in the PS2 originals make references to related side content in 0.
I have a soft spot for Okinawa after traveling there so that helped. But as a game no it was fine especially to learn more about the story.
Beat it already but might try to wrap up the premium adventure on the PS5
Beat it already but might try to wrap up the premium adventure on the PS5
Why do you say that? I generally will always play or watch prequels in release order because it was never actually meant to be before the first game or movie.
They added new cutscenes and context in Kiwami and Kiwami 2 based on zeros story. And based on your statement above zero came first, then Kiwami and finally Kiwami 2.
Your thinking is completely logical but because they made Kiwami and Kiwami 2 after 0 there are references to it. Also I just think 0 is an amazing game that gives a good set up for the characters in the series.
For me the issue is Kiryu went from looking sleek and cool to Dead eyed huge handed monstrosity. The environments look okay the models are hideous plus richards dialogue do not start me on that.
I'm also about to start the series and was going to start with 0, but based on the feedback throughout this thread, I've started wondering if original release order since PS3 era (or close to it) would be better:
3R —> 4R —> 5R —> 0 —> K —> K2 —> 6
That way I'm not going backward in regards to QOL improvements, graphics, and mechanics. But I guess I then run the risk of getting burnt out on the "bad" games in the series before getting to the ones that are universally loved with 0—>K2.
Play 0 first!!! Kiwami and Kiwami 2 have various new side stories that are meant to to be played after 0. They very much function as sequels to 0.
Also 0->1 is going to have more impact IMO on the main story than 1->0 due to various reasons I won't spoil.
Damn, what a weird series.
Maybe I will start with 0. I suppose that won't make going from Kiwami 2 to 3 Remastered any more weird than it already is, right?
I can't imagine playing 3-5 Remastered before everything else though. That just seems weird in terms of story.
Going to echo the "play 0 before Kiwami 1 & 2" sentiments. So much of Kiwami hits harder if you've played 0 beforehand.
I just beat Yakuza 3 actually. Like an hour ago. It's not rough in terms of gameplay or combat - it's still Yakuza. But the side content was meh. Skipped most of it.
Okay, 0 first then. My new play order:
0 > Kiwami > Kiwami 2 > 3 Remastered > 4 Remastered > 5 Remastered > 6 > Like a Dragon
I'll probably end up throwing Judgment in there if I'm enjoying the series enough.
0 > Kiwami > Kiwami 2 > 3 Remastered > 4 Remastered > 5 Remastered > 6 > Like a Dragon
I'll probably end up throwing Judgment in there if I'm enjoying the series enough.
Once you get around to Kiwami you'll be glad you played 0 before, it will make sense!
Most importantly, go at your own pace. Going through the serie is by no mean a small feat, not only because of the amount of entries but also because they're very heavy on story so, you don't wanna burn yourself out.
Oh, yeah. I don't think I'll do them one immediately after the other. Just wanna make sure I'm starting off at the right place though, so 0 it is.
Sweet! Have fun and do keep us informed on your progress. It's always great to see people get into this serie.
Hope it's not too bad. I played Kiwami 2 on PC last summer and was pretty impressed how nice the graphics looked. Going from those graphics to Yakuza 3 certainly will be noticeable, but looking forward to getting back into Yakuza once the collection hits Game Pass.
I'm in the minority that liked yakuza 3 over 2 lol
technically it would be a bit rough but dad sim Kiryu and best daughter Haruka will ease it off fast :')
technically it would be a bit rough but dad sim Kiryu and best daughter Haruka will ease it off fast :')