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Yakuza 5 Remastered

Yakuza 5 Remastered

February 11, 2020
SEGA of America, Inc.
4.6/5.0(3,748 reviews)
~7h playtime
Metacritic 82
ActionActionAdventure

PC · Xbox One · PlayStation 4

Mixed

Overall, player feedback on Yakuza 5 Remastered is highly polarized. While many players praise the game's character variety, engaging combat, and vast amount of content, others criticize its excessive length, convoluted story, and reliance on tedious mini-games. Despite the mixed feelings, the majority of reviewers express a fondness for the series and its characters.

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About This Game

In Yakuza 5 Remastered, players dive into a gripping narrative set in the criminal underworld of Japan, following Kazuma Kiryu and four other protagonists across five major cities. Experience a blend of engaging combat, diverse side stories, and emotional character moments in stunning 1080p and 60fps.

Highlights

  • Five playable protagonists provide diverse gameplay experiences
  • Engaging combat mechanics that keep battles thrilling
  • Rich storytelling with unexpected plot twists
  • Vast amount of content, including numerous side missions and mini-games
  • Emotional depth in character interactions that resonate with players
  • Set across five major cities, each with unique vibes and challenges
  • Reworked graphics running at 1080p and 60fps for enhanced immersion

Themes

moderncrimeurbanepicfriendshipmysteriouslight-hearteddark

Mechanics

open-worldlinearcombatexplorationdialoguechoice-basedbranching-narrativemultiple-endingsstory-drivencollectiblesmini-gamesinventory-managementcharacter-creationskill-trees

Platforms

PC
Xbox One
PlayStation 4

Multiplayer

Single Player Only

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Mature
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Player Reviews

Mixed

Overall, player feedback on Yakuza 5 Remastered is highly polarized. While many players praise the game's character variety, engaging combat, and vast amount of content, others criticize its excessive length, convoluted story, and reliance on tedious mini-games. Despite the mixed feelings, the majority of reviewers express a fondness for the series and its characters.

Pros

  • • Engaging combat mechanics
  • • Variety of characters and side stories
  • • Extensive amount of content and mini-games
  • • Intriguing main storyline with plot twists
  • • Character moments and emotional depth

Cons

  • • Excessive length and bloated content
  • • Convoluted and hard-to-follow storyline
  • • Repetitive mini-games and tedious missions
  • • Frustrating progression requirements
  • • Technical issues and crashes

Based on 99 reviews from steam

Screenshots

Gameplay Video

Yakuza 5 Remastered (PC) - Epic Heat Actions & Fighting Gameplay - 4K/60FPS

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Yakuza 5 Remastered — Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yakuza 5 Remastered worth playing?
Yakuza 5 Remastered has a mixed reception from players, holding an average score of 4.6 out of 5 across 3,748 reviews.
What platforms is Yakuza 5 Remastered available on?
Yakuza 5 Remastered is available on PS4.
When did Yakuza 5 Remastered release?
Yakuza 5 Remastered released on February 11, 2020.
What is Yakuza 5 Remastered's age rating?
Yakuza 5 Remastered carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Mature.
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