Yakuza Kiwami 3 Remake Details Revealed for 2026

Sega and developer Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio have revealed new details on Yakuza Kiwami 3, a remake of the 2009 action-adventure game Yakuza 3, set for release on February 12, 2026, across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. The title, priced at 54.99 pounds and rated for ages 18 and up, introduces a new side campaign called Dark Ties and offers players free cosmetic DLC to enhance customization options for protagonist Kazuma Kiryu.

The original Yakuza 3 marked a shift in the series by moving Kiryu, known as the Dragon of Dojima, from the neon-lit streets of Tokyo-inspired Kamurocho to the sunny shores of Okinawa, where he manages the Morning Glory orphanage and cares for a group of young wards, including Haruka. While the 2010 release was praised for its narrative depth and memorable cast, its combat system felt dated compared to earlier entries. Yakuza Kiwami 3 addresses these shortcomings with overhauled mechanics, drawing from lessons learned in subsequent games like Like a Dragon Infinite Wealth and the upcoming Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii.

Recent hands-on previews highlight expanded features that transform the orphanage into a central hub for...