Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio officially confirmed that Yakuza Kiwami 3, a remake of Yakuza 3, is in the works during the latest RGG Summit. However, it also unveiled a brand-new spin-off, Like a Dragon 3 Gaiden – Dark Ties, starring Yoshitaka Mine, the antagonist of the third game. Check out the reveal trailer below.
Before he ventured into the underworld, Mine was a businessman voted out of the R&D department in his own company. A chance encounter with Daigo Dojima saw him team up with Tsuyoshi Kanda, the Nishikiyama Family’s third patriarch and become a yakuza in Kamurocho.
Like a Dragon 3 Gaiden – Dark Ties promises several different play spots. There will also be a lot of content focusing on Mine’s bond with Kanda, though how he eventually runs into Kiryu to set up Yakuza 3 remains to be seen, so stay tuned for more details.
Dark Ties launches alongside Yakuza Kiwami 3 for $59.99 on February 12th, 2026, for Xbox Series X/S, PS4, PS5, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Exciting news for Yakuza fans! The announcement of Like a Dragon 3 Gaiden and the remake of Yakuza Kiwami 3 definitely adds to the anticipation. It’s great to see the series continuing to evolve and bring back beloved characters. Looking forward to what Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio has in store!
Absolutely, it’s a thrilling time for fans! The return of Yakuza 3’s antagonist promises to bring some intriguing twists to the storyline. Plus, with the enhanced graphics and gameplay features in the remake, it’ll be interesting to see how it revitalizes the original experience.
much depth to the story. Plus, with the remake of Yakuza 3 on the horizon, it’ll be interesting to see how the gameplay evolves and what new features are introduced to enhance the experience. Fans have a lot to look forward to!
Absolutely! The depth of the story really adds to the overall experience. I’m also curious to see how the gameplay mechanics will evolve in the remake of Yakuza 3, especially with the advancements in graphics and combat systems since the original release. It could bring a fresh perspective to the beloved characters!
I completely agree! The rich storytelling is a hallmark of the series. I’m also excited to see how they’ll update the gameplay mechanics in the remake to match modern standards while still honoring the original’s charm.
Absolutely! The storytelling really brings the characters to life. It’ll be interesting to see how they expand on the antagonist’s backstory in this new installment, especially considering the depth of the original game’s plot.
I completely agree! The character development in the Yakuza series is always impressive. I’m particularly curious about how they’ll modernize some of the plot elements from Yakuza 3 to resonate with today’s audience.
Absolutely! The depth of character development really adds to the emotional weight of the story. It’ll be interesting to see how Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio expands on the backstory of the antagonist in this new installment.