Yakuza Kiwami 3

Continue the story of ex-yakuza Kazuma Kiryu as he fights to protect those he loves in an extreme remake of Yakuza 3 that evolves every aspect of the beloved game.

The bustling streets of Okinawa and Tokyo come to life in stunning detail with reimagined combat taking brutal brawling action to the next level. Added scenes deliver more depth and emotion to the beloved story with new and enhanced side experiences that immerse you in the world like never before, and more.

Key Features:

• Ultimate Brawler Experience – Players can now swap between two powerful fighting styles: “Dragon of Dojima: Kiwami,” a brawling action style overflowing with power and an unmatched sense of dominance featuring the largest number of attack techniques in the series’ history; and the new “Ryukyu Style,” a thrilling and technical weapon-based action style inspired by traditional Okinawan weapon arts that allows players to unleash a wide variety of combo techniques using eight different types of weapons. Both battle styles combine for the ultimate brawler experience!

• “Legendary Baddie, Bad Boy Dragon”– a team battle mode where players aim to build the ultimate biker gang and fight alongside the Ryukyu Gal Gang, a group of lady bikers out to protect the streets of Okinawa. 

Dark Ties

Experience the brand-new tale of Yoshitaka Mine from Yakuza 3 in an included separate game. Having once led a succesful startup company, he plunged himself into the dark world of the yakuza by choice after losing everything. Left with an empty heart, the pursuit to find true bonds drives him forward once again in a dramatic journey colored by exhilarating boxing-based combat, and a variety of engaging side experiences.

This video giving you a deep dive, including new features and experiences from both games, and shows off all-new gameplay of Yakuza Kiwami 3’s new Bad Boy Dragon, Dark Ties’ brutal Hell's Arena underground fight club modes and more.

The Direct offered a glimpse at the new seemingly balanced life of Kazuma Kiryu in Yakuza Kiwami 3 as his pristine tropical paradise at Okinawa’s Morning Glory Orphanage is disrupted by forces looking to force him and the children out of their home. Adopting the blistering Okinawa-inspired Ryukyu Style of fighting, Kiryu reluctantly takes up arms to protect the peace in his newfound home. In addition to upgraded combat and new minigames, the Direct also touched on the game’s new Bad Boy Dragon mode.

In Bad Boy Dragon, Kiryu must assemble a motley crew of delinquents and rule the streets to protect Okinawa. As Kiryu, players will join the small-time Haisai Girls gang, stepping forth as the gang’s new leader and training them into the leading girl gang in Japan. Fight alongside allies in Baddies Battles, gear up 20 of your gang members for massive Rumbles or hop on your motorcycle and charge the enemy base in strategic skirmishes.

Assemble a motley crew of delinquents and rule the streets!

Join the small-time Haisai Girls gang and protect Okinawa.
With the Tokyo Night Terrors wreaking havoc in the streets, Kiryu must step forth as the gang's new leader, gather allies, and train the Haisai Girls into the leading girl gang in Japan.
Fight alongside 5 allies in Baddies Battles, gear up 20 of your gang members for massive Rumbles, and take on various other challenges.
Hop on your motorcycle and charge the enemy base in strategic skirmishes featuring unparalleled spectacles.
As you build your team, you can make them stronger by buying new weapons and upgrading their uniforms and bikes. Put together the ultimate squad and protect the peace of Okinawa!

CAST

Delinquent Stuck in the 80sDawg Boi

Cast: Dogma Kazami

I'm the baddest of the bad, Dawg Boiii!The leader of the Bullet Boyz, one of the Big Three gangs in Okinawa. He adores 80s bad boy culture, refusing to give up the lifestyle even though he's in his forties.
Believing that strength determines status, he's quick to throw punches without sweating the details. Kiryu's Haisai Girls approach him about joining forces, but it might take some convincing...

Boss of the Haisai GirlsTsubasa

Cast: Anna Yamaki

They can come after us if they want. We'll send 'em packin'.
The Haisai Girls aren't runnin' or hidin' from anyone.The young boss of the Haisai Girls. While she's a true biker at heart, she always follows the speed limit. Feisty and a bit reckless, she commands the respect of her subordinates and is devoted to protecting Okinawa from delinquents.
After a chance turn of events, she decides to recruit Kiryu to the Haisai Girls.

Rumble

In Rumbles, fight alongside up to 20 allies in a massive brawl against over 100 foes. Rumbles unfold either as a Total Annihilation, an all-out slugfest between both gangs, or as a Turf War, where each squadron takes different routes to attack the enemy's bases. Turf Wars will require you to navigate sprawling battlegrounds by motorcycle, with your squads drifting and performing stunts on their way to take control of each stronghold. Recruit gang members, trick out their bikes, and gather Baddie Weapons to bolster your forces and dominate in Rumbles!

Recruiting Allies

You can find new members for the Haisai Girls by scouting them around town, clearing substories, and playing minigames. Familiar faces from past games, including Gondawara, the man-baby patriarch, can be recruited. Each ally possesses special abilities, allowing you to build teams and gain the upper hand in battle.

Managing Your Squad

In Bad Boy Dragon, ride into battle with up to 4 squads, with the main squadron protecting Tsubasa, the Haisai Girls' boss. Each squad consists of a leader and 4 members, and they'll retreat as soon as their leader is defeated. Factor in each member's unique traits as you put together your ultimate team!

Baddies Battle

In Baddies Battles, the Tokyo Night Terrors are causing mayhem throughout Downtown Ryukyu, and you'll need to fight with the Haisai Girls, rescue the townsfolk and restore peace to the streets! Women you save from the Tokyo Night Terrors may even choose to join your cause. If you're looking to grow your ranks, be sure to take on plenty of Baddies Battles.

Baddies Shop

At the Baddies Shop, you can purchase items that'll give you the edge in combat. Upgrading your bikes and uniforms will give your gang a fresh new look and unlock a host of skills. You can also spend your funds on a variety of Baddie Weapons, from rocket launchers to supercars that can plough through enemy lines.

Customization

Each of your 4 squads can be customized to your liking, from their gang uniforms to their bikes. In addition to choosing uniform colors and patterns, you can have a motto stitched to the back of each squad's uniforms.

In Dark Ties, protagonist Yoshitaka Mine must assist his lieutenant Tsuyoshi Kanda as he seeks to bolster his reputation and rise in the ranks by resolving a series of dramatic substories, local disputes, tasks and missions around town in the Kanda Damage Control segment.

In the Hell's Arena underground fight club, Mine must use brains and brawn to come out on top in a series of death-defying battles, all to bring down Hell’s Arena’s organizers who pose a threat to the Nishikiyama Family's business operations. As Mine, players must survive Hellish Brawls, traditional one-on-one fights that push participants to the brink, and Survival Hell, dangerous races where competitors are relentlessly chased by hunters through a treasure-filled dungeon.

Survive a brutal game using brains and brawn!

Hell's Arena is an underground fight club in Kamurocho where VIP investors place extravagant bets on brutal competitions. Each day, Hell's Arena hosts Hellish Brawls that push participants to the brink and Survival Hells, dangerous races where competitors are relentlessly chased by hunters. As the organizers of Hell's Arena pose a major threat to the Nishikiyama Family's business operations, Mine has decided to bring them down by entering the arena himself. In order to succeed, he'll need to come out on top in a series of death-defying battles against formidable foes.

Hellish Brawl

Hellish Brawls are traditional one-on-one fights held in the arena. To claim victory, you must knock out your opponent within the time limit. Some matches will pit you against multiple opponents in a row, so managing your health and time is vital to your success. Do your best to overcome the odds and take home a boatload of cash!

Survival Hell

In Survival Hell, you'll need to race through a dungeon, survive the relentless pursuit of hunters, and defeat a powerful boss to reach the goal. Various treasures are hidden throughout the dungeon, and escaping with them will provide Mine with helpful upgrades. These treasures include Gospels, which boost his abilities; Survival Weapons, which can be used as offensive skills; and Mercenaries—allies you can hire to fight alongside you. If you use your items and push forward, you might just achieve the impossible feat of conquering Survival Hell!

Boss Battles

At the end of every Survival Hell dungeon lies a master keeper. These 7 hunters are the strongest warriors in Hell's Arena, each sporting the mask of a different animal and possessing deadly techniques inspired by their beastly counterparts. For instance, the bearer of the monkey mask summons doppelgangers to send contestants to their graves. Unleash everything at your disposal to best these behemoths!

Two men will walk different paths that converge to shake the very foundations of fate.

Key Features:

• All-New Experience – for the first time ever, fans can play as Mine. Battle foes with a stylish yet refined combat system centered around boxing, explore the streets of Kamurocho, and see the usually cool-headed Mine cut loose and have fun.
• “Dark Awakening” mode – unleash Mine’s inner darkness in battle, triggering a rampage with ruthless, relentless combos, and finishing foes with a decisive strike infused with the power of darkness.
• “Hell’s Arena” – an underground fight club where players can enjoy fights under a variety of unique rules. In “Survival Hell” mode, players will fight their way through an underground dungeon, enduring relentless assaults from numerous hunters, to reach the goal and clear the challenge.

Pre-order to get the 'Ryukyu Gal Gang: Ichiban Legendary Lad' DLC that adds the fan-favorite character Ichiban Kasuga to your biker gang.

Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties is coming to Nintendo Switch 2, PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC (Steam) on February 12, 2026.