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Yakuza 2 heads West

by Ryan on September 20th, 2007

We have some big news guys, Yakuza 2 will see a Western release after all! Yes, apparently it’s true, as I’ve heard some rumours, and speculation, flying around a lot recently, but if IGN is to be believed, it’s now 100-percent official.

In my opinion, this is a very good move by Sega. I know a lot of gamers have been moaning about how they are not getting Yakuza 3 until they can play Yakuza 2, so this should please some of you.

For anyone who doesn’t know, Yakuza 2 takes place directly after the events in the first game. It’s on the PlayStation 2, and it’s much bigger and better than the original, with improvements in almost every area, including a much-improved battle system.

Yakuza 2 is planned for a 2008 release in North America and no doubt the same for Europe, and the uncivilized savage countries.

Tags: Yakuza 2

8 opinions for Yakuza 2 heads West

alimn
Sep 21, 2007 at 7:11 am

2008 is late!,
I rather to play it before Kenzan’s release(Spring 2008)
because since PS3 is free region, I might be able to play
Yakuza:Kenzan as soon as it comes! however I don’t have a PS3 yet.

Regards-Alimn
Aki-at
Sep 21, 2007 at 7:49 am

“2008 is late!”

First we’re complaining where not getting the game and now we’re complaining its too late? XD

Anyway, this is excellent news, time to kick arse with Kazuma once again.
James
Sep 21, 2007 at 3:04 pm

Yeah I’m pretty excited. The first game was a really good time.
Jon
Sep 21, 2007 at 4:41 pm

And who says SEGA’s only in it for the money. I mean, they know this game’ll flop. But they still make it. Thats why I love SEGA.

Oh, you should be excited James, Famitsu gave it a 38/40.
ratix240sx
Sep 21, 2007 at 4:54 pm

SWEEEETTTT!!!! I think it will sell more than the original………yeah I know thats not saying much. I will be buying my copy on day one this time.
Aki-at
Sep 21, 2007 at 5:14 pm

I think one thing is that a lot of folks who started to love Yakuza found out AFTER the game was released, if SEGA can try a decent marketing campaign (READ: not SEGA Rally, that one was bad…) SEGA could make a nice buck of this game. Not a lot, but a bit, and every little helps!
Orta
Sep 22, 2007 at 2:06 am

Yay!

Please don’t kill the voice track… much!
Jon
Sep 22, 2007 at 10:20 pm

Leave it in Japanese! the voice track that is.