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Exciting Collaboration Between Yakuza Kiwami 3 and Ikinari! Steak

Sega has officially announced an electrifying collaboration between its upcoming game, Yakuza Kiwami 3 / Yakuza 3: Dark Ties, set to launch on February 12, 2026, and Ikinari! Steak, a popular restaurant chain operated by Pepper Food Service. This partnership is marked by an engaging scratch-off campaign on the Ikinari! Steak official app from January 15 to February 28, 2026.

Campaign Overview

During the collaboration period, participants will get the chance to engage with a unique scratching experience themed around Yakuza Kiwami 3 and Dark Ties. Users who scratch the tickets could win a variety of prizes, including discount coupons redeemable at Ikinari! Steak outlets. Additional special items exclusive to this campaign will also be up for grabs through a second-chance draw.

Campaign Details

• - Campaign Duration: January 15, 2026 - February 28, 2026

(Scratch ticket availability: January 15, 2026 - February 24, 2026; Valid until February 28, 2026)

What to Expect

1. Scratch Ticket Distribution: Every meal purchased will grant users a scratch ticket via the official app. Uncover delightful prizes!
Possible Rewards:
- 1st Prize: 1,000 JPY Meat Money Coupon
- 2nd Prize: 500 JPY Meat Money Coupon
- 3rd Prize: 300 JPY Meat Money Coupon
- Additional Options: 100 JPY Soft Drink Coupon or 200 JPY Alcohol Coupon
(Coupons valid until February 28, 2026; specific items may have certain prices)

2. Exclusive Merchandise: As a W Chance, participants who scratch will then enter a lucky draw to win exclusive collaboration merchandise, including:
- PS5® Game: Yakuza Kiwami 3 / Yakuza 3: Dark Ties (10 winners)
- CAB Logo-engraved Steak Knife Set (5 winners)
- Collaboration Apron (10 winners)
- Collaboration Cutting Board (10 winners)
- Certificate of Authenticity Clear File for Kamurocho Store (100 winners)

For more information regarding the campaign, please check the Ikinari! Steak official app.

Bonus Pre-order Benefits

Pre-orders for Yakuza Kiwami 3 / Dark Ties will also unveil a special reward: the character Kasuga Ichiban, known from Yakuza 6. This premium pre-order perk grants players access to an exclusive team battle feature known as “Tsupari no Ryuu.” To receive this benefit, early buyers of the physical version or those who purchase the digital version before February 11, 2026 (by 23:59) will receive Kasuga as part of their order.

What to Expect from the Game

Yakuza Kiwami 3 / Dark Ties is a double-feature title that promises to rejuvenate the revered game released in 2009, replete with compelling narrative twists. Players will find themselves immersed in the heart-wrenching saga of protagonist Kazuma Kiryu, battling ferociously for their bonds and honor. With stunning visuals, enriched storytelling, and enhanced gameplay mechanics, fans are in for an exhilarating treat.

Meanwhile, Yakuza 3: Dark Ties focuses on the antagonist Yoshitaka Mine, shedding light on his evolution from the head of a venture firm to an entangled figure in the yakuza world. It vividly explores the personal journey he undergoes that leads to his clash with Kiryu, providing captivating parallel narratives.

What Sets the Yakuza Series Apart

The Yakuza series has been a cherished entity since its inception in 2005, celebrated for its portrayal of deep human emotions like love, loyalty, betrayal, and the intricacies of life in a vibrant urban Japan. It has carried the banner of adult-oriented entertainment while capturing the undiluted, sometimes harsh realities of life, amassing over 27.7 million copies sold globally.

Stay tuned for more announcements, and for avid fans and newcomers alike, immerse yourself in the world of Yakuza Kiwami 3 and Yakuza 3: Dark Ties. It’s bound to captivate and resonate, serving both as a nostalgic nod to longtime players and a fresh start for new fans exploring the franchise.

For further details on the game and to keep updated with the latest from the Yakuza series, visit the official portal: Yakuza Portal Site.

Game Details:

• - Title: Yakuza Kiwami 3 / Yakuza 3: Dark Ties
• - Platform: PlayStation®5 / PlayStation®4 / Nintendo Switch™ 2 / Xbox Series X|S / Steam
• - Release Date: February 12, 2026
• - Pricing: Package/Digital Version: 8,173 JPY (tax included 8,990 JPY), Deluxe Edition: 10,400 JPY (tax included 11,440 JPY)
• - Genre: Action-Adventure
• - Developer/Publisher: Sega
• - Target Audience: CERO D (17 and older)