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E3 08: Sega Blowout: Yakuza 2
Justin Villasenor07.15.08 - 5:13 PM 14 comments

E3 08: Sega Blowout: Yakuza 2 screenshot

Here are some shots from Sega’s upcoming Japanese mafia simulator, Yakuza 2. Dragon tattoo bearing Kazuma Kiryu, the protagonist of the previous game, will be making a return appearance. This time, instead of only having an accurate representation of Tokyo to tromp around, parts of Osaka will also be open for Kazuma to explore.

Touting a new and improved combat system, Sega specifically mentions the ability to string together combos to effectively take out large groups of enemies. Environmental objects can be utilized during fights while context sensitive moves -- like throwing people off of balconies – will also be available.

The header image shows that the Yakuza sequel will have plenty for players to do when they aren’t busy breaking the law: bowling alleys, bars, driving ranges, and cabaret clubs will all be open for business. Purists should be happy to know that Yakuza 2 will not be dubbed, containing only the Japanese vocals and English subtitles.

Yakuza 2 is set for a September 9 release date, and will be coming out only for the PlayStation 2.



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Dr Milkdad's Avatar
Dr Milkdad at 07/15/2008 17:10

All sandbox games must include bowling, it's design 101 now.
DynamicDonut's Avatar
DynamicDonut at 07/15/2008 17:15

This looks even less interesting than the first.

Whatever happened to that other sandbox-like game they were making, that was set in Feudal Japan?
DaedHead8's Avatar
DaedHead8 at 07/15/2008 17:16

I didn't play the original but I'm a sucker for games and movies in Japanese with English subtitles. It gives it more flavor.
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king3vbo at 07/15/2008 17:42

Woot! I loved the first Yakuza
VampireChrist's Avatar
VampireChrist at 07/15/2008 17:51

no dub?
godammit, Rachael Leigh Cook needs work
RWarrior1CO's Avatar
RWarrior1CO at 07/15/2008 17:52

I recall playing the Yakuza demo and hating it. I don't expect the follow-up to grab my attention, either.
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Mushman at 07/15/2008 17:55

DO WANT. The first one was amazing, will get
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kawitchate at 07/15/2008 18:23

loved the first Yakuza. been waiting forever for this to make its way over here. now where's Yak 3?
ghnvt's Avatar
ghnvt at 07/15/2008 18:24

Thug life!!
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Gamechamp at 07/15/2008 18:32

Tokyo? Osaka? OOH! Am I gonna get to meet Conan? Or Heiji?
Big Z's Avatar
Big Z at 07/15/2008 18:48

Hey, neat. I may have to check this out.
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loki d20 at 07/15/2008 19:38

Gah. The first Yakuza is kind of a hidden pleasure, but wish they upgraded to the PS3.
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Batthink at 07/16/2008 01:02



You can beat up tree-huggers? Where do I sign? :OD

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