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New Trailer Premiere for Yakuza Kiwami 3 and Dark Ties

On December 23, 2025, at 10:00 AM JST, Sega will unveil a new trailer for their much-anticipated titles, Yakuza Kiwami 3 and Yakuza 3: Dark Ties. Scheduled for release on February 12, 2026, this game can be enjoyed on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Nintendo Switch™ 2, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam).

Game Overview

Yakuza Kiwami 3 is a remake of the original Yakuza 3 game that was released in 2009. It’s being launched under the theme, “Changing Legends, New History.” This title presents an enriched storyline and enhanced gameplay features. Alongside this remake, the game also includes an all-new story in Yakuza 3: Dark Ties, allowing players to dive into a captivating narrative that revolves around the character Yoshitaka Mine, a formidable opponent for the protagonist, Kazuma Kiryu.

In Yakuza Kiwami 3, players step into the shoes of Kiryu as he battles with various adversaries while dealing with complex relationships and emotional ties that shape his life. The game beautifully showcases environments from both Okinawa and Tokyo, offering breathtaking visuals that enhance the player experience. Expect to find expanded action sequences, engaging storytelling scenes, and numerous side activities, all marking significant advancements over its predecessor.

On the other hand, Yakuza 3: Dark Ties unveils the impressive backstory of Yoshitaka Mine, a fiercely ambitious character who transitions from being a startup business leader to an underworld figure. This character-driven narrative gives players a fresh perspective on the Yakuza world, emphasizing dramatic encounters between Mine and Kiryu. Together, both titles provide a sense of urgency and intensity that fans have come to love.

What is the Yakuza Series?

The Yakuza series, created in 2005, aims to deliver adult-oriented entertainment, showcasing themes like love, betrayal, and the severe struggles of men in Japan’s entertainment districts. It has depicted realistic modern Japan in a way that games have rarely attempted before, leading to a staggering cumulative sales figure surpassing 27.7 million units (including digital downloads).

Fans can delve deeper into the Yakuza experience by visiting the official portal or following the Yakuza studio’s official X account and YouTube channel.

Product Information

• - Title: Yakuza Kiwami 3 / Yakuza 3: Dark Ties
• - Platforms: PlayStation®5 / PlayStation®4 / Nintendo Switch™ 2 / Xbox Series X|S / PC (Steam)
• - Release Date: February 12, 2026
• - Price:

- Standard Edition: 8,173 yen (Tax included: 8,990 yen)
- Deluxe Edition: 10,400 yen (Tax included: 11,440 yen)
(Note: Xbox Series X|S/Steam versions and Deluxe Edition are digital-only.)

• - Genre: Action-Adventure
• - Players: Single-player
• - Publisher: Sega Corporation
• - CERO Rating: D (Aimed at those aged 17 and up)

This exciting combination of remade and original content promises to deliver thrilling gameplay and a deep narrative that fans of the Yakuza series can look forward to.

Copyright: ©SEGA
Cast includes: Takaya Kuroda, Shido Nakamura, and more.

For additional information, check out the official site here.