Like a Dragon: Yakuza
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Virtua Fighter Crossroads isn't just a fighting game revival, it's a "sandbox RPG" that channels Watchmen and Detroit: Become HumanVirtua Fighter Crossroads, developed by RGG Studio, is a narrative-driven sandbox RPG that moves away from traditional fighting game mechanics. Producer Riichiro Yamada stated that the game is inspired by Watchmen and Detroit: Become Human, emphasizing player choice and a grounded, believable world. While it incorporates Virtua Fighter's combat, the focus is on a robust story mode and side content, aiming for a different experience than the Yakuza series.
SEGA Shares Lifetime Sales Update for Persona, Metaphor, and Like a DragonSEGA has released updated lifetime sales figures for several of its role-playing titles, including the Persona, Metaphor, and Like a Dragon series. Persona 5 Royal leads the pack with 8.66 million units sold, while newer titles like Persona 3 Reload and Metaphor: ReFantazio have also shown strong performance. The company is closely monitoring the performance of these franchises as it plans future releases.
Eat Like a Dragon: What Yakuza's Food Reveals About CharacterThis article explores how food in Yakuza: Like a Dragon serves as a narrative device to reveal and develop character. The author examines specific food choices and conversations to demonstrate how they reflect and complicate character identities, moving beyond simple cultural markers to represent personal choices and experiences.
Preorders Are Open For Like a Dragon Prequel Stranger Than HeavenPreorders are now open for Stranger Than Heaven, a prequel to the Like a Dragon franchise, set to release on January 15, 2027, for Xbox Series X, PlayStation 5, Steam, and PC. The game follows Makoto Daito across five timelines and features appearances from Snoop Dogg, Bunta Sugawara, and Tupac Shakur. Developed by RGG Studio and published by Sega, it will also be available on Game Pass day one.- Daily Video Game Deals May 12 – Indika, Yakuza: Like A Dragon, Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol.1 & MoreDaily video game deals for May 12th include discounts on Indika, Yakuza: Like a Dragon, Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, and Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1. Sales are available across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
SEGA/ATLUS and animate Launch First Global Project: Year-Long Collaboration Showcasing Popular IPs at animate Stores Worldwide - GameHauntSEGA Corporation and Animate Co., Ltd. have launched their first global collaboration, a year-long initiative featuring eight major franchises at over 140 Animate stores worldwide. The partnership, which began on June 6, 2026, with Sonic the Hedgehog events, aims to expand SEGA's properties into retail spaces and themed experiences, including hands-on gaming stations and exclusive merchandise.
10 Games like Persona 5 with brilliant party members, epic stories, and plenty of styleThis article lists and describes ten games that share similarities with Persona 5, focusing on elements like party members, epic stories, and stylish presentation. The list includes titles such as The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel, Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc, and Persona 3 Reload, highlighting their unique takes on JRPG mechanics and narrative.
The 10 best RPGs for kids if you're looking for family-friendly gaming sessionsThis guide highlights ten role-playing games suitable for children, focusing on family-friendly experiences. The selection includes titles like Monster Hunter Stories 3, Costume Quest 2, and Pokemon Let's Go Pikachu/Eevee, emphasizing accessible gameplay and engaging narratives for younger players across various modern platforms.
As a genre veteran I love to be surprised, so here are the 10 best RPGs where you can expect the unexpectedThis article ranks the top 10 RPGs that offer unexpected scenarios and freedom for player experimentation. Games like Cyberpunk 2077, Dragon's Dogma 2, and Disco Elysium are highlighted for their unpredictable stories, emergent gameplay, and unique settings. The ranking is based on the 'Expect the Unexpected' RPG vibe, focusing on games that provide novel and unusual situations.
Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (2nd May)Several Nintendo staff members shared their weekend gaming plans, including playing demos for Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and Call of the Elder Gods. Other titles mentioned include Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, Pentiment, Blasphemous II, and Alien: Isolation. The article also notes the ongoing Golden Week holiday in Japan and a Pokémon YouTube channel's closure due to copyright strikes.- Daily Video Game Deals May 1 – Yakuza: Like A Dragon, Charon’s Staircase, Rico London, Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster, Resident Evil 4 & MoreDaily video game deals for May 1st include discounts on titles such as Yakuza: Like a Dragon, Resident Evil 4, and Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster. These offers are available across multiple platforms including PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Mass Effect Adaptation’s Showrunner Says They Were Not Asked to Rewrite for “Non-Gamers”Co-showrunner Daniel Casey has denied reports that Amazon MGM Studios' Mass Effect TV series is being rewritten to appeal to "non-gamers." Casey stated he is unsure of the origin of the quote and that such a directive has not been given to him. The article also references other video game adaptations like Fallout and Like a Dragon: Yakuza, and touches upon the history of the Mass Effect franchise and BioWare's work on Mass Effect 5.
How many videogame movie adaptations can you name? And, more importantly, can you remember actually liking any of them?This article presents a quiz challenging readers to name all English-language theatrical videogame movie adaptations. It outlines specific criteria for inclusion, excluding films about games or those with limited releases. The quiz includes clues such as release year, budget, box office, and Rotten Tomatoes scores, with a time limit of eight minutes.
Frasier Pinball, Horses In Among Us, And More Of The Best Gaming April Fools' Day Jokes EverThis article rounds up some of the most memorable April Fools' Day pranks from the gaming industry over the years. It highlights jokes from publications like GameSpot and IGN, as well as from developers such as Innersloth, Blizzard, and Sega, covering a range of humorous and sometimes prophetic fake announcements.
Yakuza Powered by Nihon Touitsu Live-Action Shared With English SubsSega has released all three episodes of the live-action Yakuza Powered by Nihon Touitsu series on YouTube with English subtitles. These episodes cover events from the original Yakuza and Yakuza Kiwami games. The adaptation, which first aired on Amazon Prime Video in Japan in February 2026, details major plot points including Kazuma Kiryu's imprisonment and subsequent involvement in the Tojo clan's affairs.