Update [Sat 12th Oct, 2024 02:30 BST]:
As many predicted, the physical Switch version of Yakuza Kiwami will be distributed by Limited Run Games. You can get the standard edition of the game for $34.99 (estimated for delivery March 1 – 31, 2025) or the classic edition for $74.99 (estimated for delivery April 1 – April 30, 2025).
In addition to a copy of the game, the classic edition also includes a cover, soundtrack, acyl stand, mesuking cards, and character cards. Pre-orders for both versions are now live.
Original [Thu 10th Oct, 2024 03:30 BST]:
While it started to look like Yakuza Kiwami would be limited to “download distribution” on Switch, developer Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio has now shared a promising update.
According to a brief message on the official social media account, there will be a “physical option” for Yakuza Kiwami on Switch. More updates will be shared in due course, so stay tuned!
“Also follow us for updates on the physical option”
Other than that, no other details about the physical release have been announced yet. When we know more, we’ll be sure to let you know.
For now, the digital version of the game will be released later this month October 24, 2024with pre-orders now active for the eShop edition in select locations.