Yakuza Kiwami
Return to Kamurocho as Kiryu, switch fighting styles and rebuild his abilities; this edition can also continue save data from the Nintendo Switch version.
- AI score · out of 10
- 8.2 / 10
About this game
Kiryu's return to Kamurocho draws him into the conspiracy surrounding Haruka. You fight using interchangeable styles, pick up street objects as weapons and spend EXP to strengthen his abilities. Encounters with Majima provide a separate route to recovering Dragon of Dojima techniques, while karaoke and customizable miniature-car racing offer activities outside the main story. The Nintendo Switch 2 edition accepts save data from the Nintendo Switch version. That transfer works in one direction: progress from this edition cannot be sent back to the Switch version.
Collected in series
Like a Dragon, formerly known in English as Yakuza, follows people trying to hold on to loyalty and dignity amid crime and betrayal. Dense city districts invite you to step away from serious drama for games and eccentric side stories. Some entries use direct-action brawling, while Ichiban Kasuga’s adventures bring a party into turn-based combat.
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AI review
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A crime-and-combat adventure suited to players who enjoy developing several fighting approaches.
The mix of styles and improvised weapons invites experimentation within Kiryu's story. Switch save transfer adds a practical route for existing players to continue that progression.
Strengths
- Combat style changes make speed and power distinct approaches to explore.
- Existing Switch progress can provide a starting point for continuing the adventure.
Weaknesses
- Recovering Dragon abilities may feel like a detour if Majima fights do not interest you.
Who it is for: Players who enjoy a recurring rival, urban diversions and a voiced crime story.
Play notes: Save transfer is one-way; Switch 2 progress cannot return to the Switch version.
View scoring basis
| Dimension | Review state | Score | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimension Car racing and karaoke allow a change of activity between story and combat priorities. | Reviewed | 7.5 / 10 | Not provided |
| Dimension Street objects add situational choices to the range already offered by the fighting styles. | Reviewed | 8.4 / 10 | Not provided |
| Dimension The Japanese performances may particularly suit players seeking a Japanese crime-drama atmosphere. | Reviewed | 8.5 / 10 | Not provided |
| Dimension Importing a Switch save offers continuity, but the lack of reverse transfer limits moving progress between editions. | Reviewed | 8.4 / 10 | Not provided |
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Core information
- Developer
- SEGA
- Publisher
- SEGA
- Release date
- Nov 13, 2025
- Platforms
- Nintendo Switch 2
- Content kind
- Game
- Release state
- Released
- Region
- Worldwide
- Official website
- Not provided
- Offline minimum players
- Not provided
- Offline maximum players
- Not provided
- Online minimum players
- Not provided
- Online maximum players
- Not provided
- Categories
- Action · Primary genre
- Tags
- Third PersonOpen WorldReal-time Combat3D GraphicsMain Story 20–50 HoursMelee CombatEquipment-driven ProgressionReplayableFast-pacedExplorationSolo-friendlyStory-driven
- Supported game languages
- Not provided
- Requires base game
- Not provided
- Standalone
- Not provided
- Age ratings
- Not provided
- Play modes
- MultiplayerSingle player
- Perspectives
- Third person
Release editions
- Nintendo SwitchWorldwideOct 24, 2024
- Nintendo Switch 2WorldwideNov 13, 2025
- PlayStation 3Worldwide2016
Game gallery
Sources
- ryu-ga-gotoku.comSource revision: 1
- ryu-ga-gotoku.com