During the RGG Summit 2025, Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio officially announced Yakuza Kiwami 3. Alongside it, the studio revealed a brand-new spin-off bundled with the remake: Dark Ties.
Kiwami 3 is a remake of the third mainline Yakuza game, which felt inevitable given the success of Yakuza Kiwami 1 and 2. The real surprise, however, is Dark Ties, a side story set in Kamurocho with Yoshitaka Mine as the playable protagonist.
Spin-off Title Focuses on Yoshitaka Mine
The developers clarified that Dark Ties is a standalone title, not integrated into Kiwami 3. Both games are simply bundled together, and players can choose which one to play from the main menu.
“It’s going to tell the original story of Mine, who’s the antagonist standing in the way of Kiryu in the original Yakuza 3, and it’s about how he begins to step into the underworld, where schemes and bonds unfold,” said studio head Masayoshi Yokoyama.
For those unfamiliar, Mine is the main antagonist of Yakuza 3. As the safekeeper of the Tojo Clan, he’s a formidable fighter who pushes Kiryu to his limits. Dark Ties explores his rise within the criminal underworld, adding new depth and context to the story of Kiwami 3.
Yakuza Kiwami 3 and Dark Ties Pre-Order Details
Pre-ordering the bundle unlocks Delinquent Ichiban Kasuga in Bad Boy Dragon.
For players looking for more content, the Deluxe Edition includes:
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DLC Legendary Outfit Set
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DLC Legendary Lads & Gals Pack
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DLC Delinquent Special Customization Set
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DLC Cellphone Customization Set
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DLC CD Collection Set
Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties will launch on February 12, 2026.
During the RGG Summit 2025, the studio also revealed Yakuza 0 Director’s Cut, Yakuza Kiwami and Yakuza Kiwami 2, are coming to PS5, Xbox Series X|S on December 8. Yakuza 0 Director’s Cut will launch on Steam on December 9.
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This is exciting news for fans of the Yakuza series! The announcement of Yakuza Kiwami 3 and Dark Ties has definitely raised anticipation for 2026. It’s always great to see beloved franchises continue to evolve.
Absolutely, it’s a thrilling time for fans! The addition of Dark Ties alongside Yakuza Kiwami 3 really expands the universe, and it’s interesting to see how they’ll connect the narratives. I can’t wait to see how the gameplay evolves in this new installment!
Absolutely, it’s a thrilling time for fans! The addition of Dark Ties alongside Yakuza Kiwami 3 really broadens the narrative universe. It’s exciting to think about how these two titles might connect or enhance each other’s stories!
You’re right, it’s an exciting time! The combination of Yakuza Kiwami 3 and Dark Ties really showcases the studio’s commitment to expanding the universe. It’ll be interesting to see how the gameplay mechanics evolve in these new titles.
Absolutely, it’s a thrilling announcement! The blend of Yakuza’s signature storytelling with new gameplay elements in Dark Ties could really elevate the series. I’m curious to see how they’ll integrate those fresh mechanics alongside the classic narrative style.
Absolutely, it’s a thrilling announcement! The blend of Yakuza’s signature storytelling with new gameplay mechanics is always exciting. I’m especially curious to see how they expand on character development in Kiwami 3, given how rich the series has been in that aspect.
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Absolutely, it’s a thrilling announcement! The blend of Yakuza’s signature storytelling with new gameplay mechanics is exciting. It’ll be interesting to see how they expand on the character development, especially considering the rich backstories of the previous installments.