Analysis The Yakuza Remastered Collection (PS4)

What is Yakuza Remastered Collection about?

As many players know, the Yakuza saga is currently is about to be restarted thanks to the arrival of Yakuza: Like a Dragon. But there are still fans who enjoy the great presence of the saga and, of course, that action already guaranteed in the previous games. Unfortunately, not very valued by many players, but a real work for those who have enjoyed it.

As we indicated, this compilation does not focus solely and exclusively on a Yakuza delivery. Inside it stores three incredible works. Yakuza 3, Yakuza 4 and what many were waiting for, Yakuza 5 which, for the first time, can be purchased in physical format. Now, if you look at his name, his theme will not go unnoticed either because we will be involved in a story where the yakuzas are the true protagonists of everything.

Some stories that will feature action (lots of action) and all kinds of crazy moments that they will steal the odd laugh, although also some occasional tension that will make us believe that we are in a movie. A whole cluster of details that surprise and even make you want to follow one more chapter to know what awaits us.

Yakuza 3: a small review of its content

Once again we will be present in the Kamurocho neighborhood, although it will not be the only place to visit, but before us we have the possibility of tour some points of Okinawa. Something essential in certain moments of history that we will not review in depth. But what we will indicate is that we can know that tender side of Kiryu, the protagonist, by taking care of the children of the orphanage.

Your map keeps for us some interesting place and all kinds of side missions. We will have all kinds of stores in which get us material to survive the constant fights (especially when we take a "quiet" walk on the street) and the return of some content that, at the time, was lost along the way.

What does Yakuza 4 have for us? A slight glimpse into its history

For the first time and as a great revolution for the players, we find a title that presents us with four protagonists in the same city. Although in the previous Yakuza we had the opportunity to know some perspective of other characters, this time we will live it, although without losing contact with Kiryu. The remarkable thing is that each character will have his own past, his worries and some tasks to fulfill.

This title slightly increases the content that Yakuza 3, thus giving more interesting options for players. And, in its playability, it is something similar to the mechanics already seen in the series. Of course, something well taken care of and that will take us to Kamurocho, its main location. Although if this seems little, do not worry. This location keeps great secrets in regards to areas, underground areas and connections.

Yakuza 5, the most anticipated game

This amazing title completely closes the remastered collection and, as we said in the upper lines, it is the first time that it arrives in the West with the possibility of being bought in physical format. And, above all, the presentation of one of the most ambitious titles in the entire Yakuza series. This amazing title brings what fans were waiting for when it comes to locations.

This time we have five playable characters that follow the line of telling its own history, its advances and, above all, its own tasks to fulfill. Although, once again, we find all kinds of missions to fulfill and follow. Not only limited to what the story wants to tell us, but also to side missions and even mini-games to enjoy.

Improvements that we find with this remastered version

Although we have not wanted to go into many details about what the three deliveries have for us, it is time to know that content that accompanies the remastering. The collection does not disappoint in regards to mini-games And we have from the opportunity to play pool until we can fish or get carried away by the action in the recreational. At the time, Yakuza 3 saw some mini-games removed from their options. But with this remastered version, random titles such as Mahjong and even massage parlor games return.

Karaoke fans? Then this is your chance. And is that for to enjoy the sessions the company has translated the lyrics of the songs. On the other hand, something very useful has been added for fans of the series who are eager to complete everything: the possibility of following secondary missions. A wide variety of activities that are increasing with the fifth installment, as you can see in its section.

Is The Yakuza Remastered Collection made for you?

After all that has been said, the moment of truth arrives. Is The Yakuza Remastered Collection made for you? The reality is that this collection, although complete, may not be made for everyone. Especially since the story begins in the third installment and, although we do have a visit to a special place to show us the fate of some of the characters, it may not be enough to start.

Although it is certainly a work worthy of the fans. Although what we cannot deny is that it is a very well-taken care of launch, with an important improvement in your graphics and an ideal piece for those eager to know the world of Yakuza and, above all, the path marked by Kiryu.