Yakuza
Action-adventure series set in urban Japan with open world exploration, dramatic crime stories, real-time combat, side quests, mini games including karaoke and gambling, item crafting, dining experiences, and a blend of serious and humorous content.
Cost / License
- Pay once
- Proprietary
Application type
Platforms
- Windows
- Steam
- Playstation
- Nintendo Switch
- Xbox
- Nintendo Wii / Wii U
Features
- Single player
- Open World Game
Yakuza News & Activities
Recent News
Recent activities
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Yakuza information
Developed by
Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio Licensing
Proprietary and Commercial product.Pricing
One time purchase (perpetual license) ranging between $60 and $65.Alternatives
25 alternatives listedSupported Languages
- English
What is Yakuza?
Yakuza, also known as Like a Dragon, is a video game series and media franchise created by Toshihiro Nagoshi for Sega. The series combines elements of action-adventure, beat 'em up, and role-playing genres.
Each game typically features a crime drama narrative inspired by yakuza films and Japanese crime dramas. The story often revolves around Kazuma Kiryu, a former yakuza tied to the Tojo Clan. Despite his involvement with the clan's leadership, Kiryu's main goal is to leave the yakuza, care for orphans, and live a civilian life.
In Yakuza / Like a Dragon, players control Kiryu (or other characters depending on the game) in an open world. They can engage in combat, complete side missions, learn new skills from NPCs, eat at restaurants, visit clubs, craft items, and play mini games like golf, bowling, and gambling. The series is known for its mix of serious main story and humorous side content.
The game series includes:
Yakuza (2005), Yakuza 2 (2006), Ryu ga Gotoku Kenzan! (2008), Yakuza 3 (2009), Yakuza 4 (2009), Kurohyo: Ryu ga Gotoku Shinsho (2010), Yakuza: Dead Souls (2011), Kurohyo 2: Ryu ga Gotoku Ashura Hen (2012), Yakuza 5 (2012), Ryu ga Gotoku Ishin! (2014), Yakuza 0 (2015), Yakuza Kiwami (2016), Yakuza 6: The Song of Life (2016), Yakuza Kiwami 2 (2017), Fist of the North Star: Lost Paradise (2018), Ryu ga Gotoku Online (2018), Judgment (2018), Yakuza: Like a Dragon (2020), Streets of Kamurocho (2020), Lost Judgment (2021), Like a Dragon: Ishin! (2023), Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name (2023), Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth (2024), Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii (2025), Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties (2026)