Crime drama and street brawling in Tokyo's districts: Sega's Yakuza saga blends intense melodrama with a wealth of minigames. RomWize re-ranks the best entries by its re-evaluated scores, each with its current score, its versions, their rarity and their collector value.
"Yakuza 2 enriches every ingredient. Osaka and Tokyo, rival factions, a more mature script and deeper combat. The sequel that lifted the saga to cult status."
"Yakuza 3 introduces the series to the West with its deep story, likable characters and unique blend of Japanese drama, action and mini-games. Kiryu in Okinawa delivers moving storytelling. A series pillar on PS3."
"Yakuza 4 enriches the formula with four playable characters featuring distinct fighting styles. Kamurocho is as vibrant as ever and the police thriller plot is gripping. An ambitious entry that deeply develops the series universe."
"Yakuza opens the Sega saga in a thrilling, neon-soaked Kabukichou. Brutal street fights, a dense crime story and varied minigames. The start of an essential dynasty."
"Yakuza spin-off featuring series protagonists as zombies in post-apocalyptic Kamurocho. Mixes the series' characteristic action with zombie combat. Less serious than main entries but offers a fun detour for series fans."
"A small Japanese game unrelated to Sega's franchise despite the name. Tiny production, basic gameplay, very poor presentation. A historically very low score, to avoid entirely. For collectors of obscure Japanese oddities only, otherwise zero interest."
