I highly recommend you start with zero then go in sequence.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.
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.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.
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.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.
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.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.
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.The jump from 0/Kiwami to Kiwami 2 has been incredible, personally. I assume that most of the changes are carried directly from 6, but so far this is everything I would want from a new Yakuza game. 0 and Kiwami in comparison felt like they were "stuck" into the ps3 era of Yakuza. On paper it doesn't even seem like the changes from Kiwami 1 and 2 are massive. Aside from the massively improved visuals, the changes are small but as a whole feel significant. Things like the better map and UI, the absence of loading screens when entering a building, the levelling up system that's designed to compel you to explore the city, the slightly different feel of the combat, and even small differences like having the default speed in town be walking instead of running. Everything contributes to making the game more immersive and addicting than ever.
So... will it feel bad to follow it up with 3 and 5?
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.
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.
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.
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.
Once you get around to Kiwami you'll be glad you played 0 before, it will make sense!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.
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.
Sweet! Have fun and do keep us informed on your progress. It's always great to see people get into this serie.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.