aFinally, we celebrated the 10th anniversary of the release of Switch 2 and the original release of the game in Japan. Yakuza 0 We’ve reached Nintendo’s system. Yakuza 0: Director’s cutIt was released exclusively for Switch 2. This is basically what’s written in the box. This is the deliberate and definitive edition of the beloved game that has launched internationally into the climbing of the Yakuza franchise mainstream popularity.
The game is primarily the same classic action-adventure title that millions of players already love. It acts as the perfect entry point for Like a Yakuza/Dragon The franchise follows the exploits of very young Kazuma Kiriu and Goro Majima. They are intertwined with far more criminal conspiracies with increasingly escalating stakes, unlike the rookies of those then in their respective yakuza organizations.
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“For those unfamiliar, Yakuza 0 is two of the most detailed and lively places I’ve experienced in 2017.”
And it’s absolutely the best way possible for Bonka to experience Yakuza 0. The game offers a cinematically emotionally recharged story filled with passionate, long, detailed cutscenes and incredibly realistic voice acting. From Kiriu’s boiling anger and his climbing of fierce yakuza ranks to an unforgettable journey with Makoto in Majima, the character’s relationships drive this experience. And boss? Completely indifferent in the best way. The battle between Homare Nishitani and Shibuya Keji is electricity, but it is the repeated confrontation with Daisaku Kuze that truly marks the evolution of Kiriu as a full-fledged Yakuza. Combat can be a core gameplay loop, but it’s the powerful character arc and layered relationships that steal the show.
For those who are not familiar Yakuza 0 It is set in two of the most detailed and vibrant places I have experienced in 2017, as well as the vibrant districts of the city and Sotenborg. The main story is great, but skipping side content would be harmful to what this game has to offer. From quirky sub-stories to arcade mini-games to medicine to quirky collectibles, the world is distracted. If you’re diving into everything, expect more than 50 hours of pure entertainment.
Whether you’re singing your heart at karaoke or fighting enemies on the road, Yakuza 0 It will always push you to the limit. The ability to transform from engaging storytelling to an absolute hilarious event without missing a beat is part of its brilliance. Simply put, this is an open world design that takes place with a lot of emotions, pain and insanity.
“What makes this version a ‘director’s cut’ is a small choice of updates. The game has added several new cutscenes and added more narrative context to the story’s events. ”
Visually, be authentic. As this is a port of a game from eight years ago, it’s not wise to expect cutting-edge graphics. Even though I say that Yakuza 0 Although they don’t aim to impress with raw visual fidelity, they are impressive with their distinctive style and presentation. The game oozes character, especially at night, from dramatic lighting to the streets lit by the moody neon-lit Camuroco and Sotenboli. Its aesthetics has an undeniable appeal. Despite some muddy textures here and there, cinematic sequences, detailed character models, and flashy VFX in combat are still very well tolerated.
When it comes to sound, it’s incredible. The soundtrack elevates every moment when boss battle themes (particularly during quiz fights) provide pure adrenaline. Every punch feels impactful, every line of dialogue is delivered with passion, and audio design does an incredible job of pushing the energy of the game onto the roof.
So, as you remember, the whole game is here, with all the crazy combat, mini-games, side quests, long cutscenes, songs, everything. It continues to run at 60 frames per second on Switch 2 and looks just as good as a PlayStation 4 or Xbox One.
What makes this version a “director’s cut” is a small update choice. The game has added several new cutscenes and added more narrative context to the story’s events. It added English dub (first time Yakuza 0 There’s a new online multiplayer Horde mode that can be played from the entire series All-Star roster. And finally, there are quality of life upgrades, such as saving money everywhere.
Frankly, while most of the changes are big, fans who may have already spent dozens of hours (or to be honest, hundreds) in the game already need not get this version. For example, consider the English dub. It’s unlikely that existing fans of the franchise would want to play it in a language other than Japanese. The dub here is pretty great as it tends to be like most modern localizations, but there are still weak links to Yong Yea’s performance as Kiryu. Yong Yea’s Kiryu is not great, resulting in a significantly worse performance than the other cast. That being said, Yakuza 0 Following the much younger Kiriu, Yong’s voice appears to be out of place like the character, like in his previous turn.
“The new cutscenes are equally good, but in the worst case scenario, they will be aggressively off to fans for a long time.
The new cutscenes are equally good, but we’ll show you the longtime fans that will actively and aggressively turn off, especially one change that will likely step on many toes. Again, this change is not important for newcomers. It is long-term fans who are unhappy with the change.
And that’s what ultimately comes down to. This is a package that makes absolutely sense for newcomers who have not played the game before. English Dub makes the game more accessible by opening it to viewers who may not want to play it. The new cutscene will not elicit complaints about the changes they have made. Online mode will likely offer comparable utility for newcomers and existing fans.
So for existing fans? You really haven’t missed anything. Newcomer? We welcome you to one of the best and most memorable experiences you’ll likely get from the game. enjoy Yakuza 0: Director’s cut, And hopefully this is to bring the rest of the franchise to Nintendo and make the rest of these games available to these new fans. And if all of those games come to Switch 2, they should definitely be. You should definitely consider how powerful the system is for a time like no other.
This game was reviewed on Nintendo Switch 2.