Customer Ratings & Reviews

The game features a Great semi open world layout with a very lively word and tons of odd side quests.

This is my first foray into the Yakuza video-game world. What better way to start then with a prequel. I'm 70hrs in and having a blast. This game was released on PS3 in Japan. It's cool that they decided to translate the text and release it stateside. You can tell it's a last gen engine with a little current gen visual crispness to it. Can't wait for the remake of the original coming this summer and the 6th game in the series next year.

Got this game on Black Friday and was not disappointed by the value. Fun and accessible gameplay, intriguing story, and well-developed characters.

I've loved the Yakuza series since it hit on PS2 10 years ago. This one is a prequel so you don't need to have played any of the prior games in the series to get involved. It features significantly upgraded graphics compared to the old ones but the gameplay is still very close to how it was on the PS2. I miss the Hollywood quality voice actors that were brought in for other games in the series. I don't mind subtitles, but there is so much action I'd prefer to have voices and not have to keep my eyes glued to the bottom of the screen. Gameplay is classic Yakuza- openish world, lots of mini games, cool fighting engine, tons of side quests. Tight gameplay. Lots of moves to upgrade and purchase.

Very fun game. Kinda like a Japanese gta without the driving. Story keeps you playing.

This game oozes Japanese culture. But if your interested in it, chances are you already knew that. I find this game bizzare, entertaining, and engaging, all in one. The fighting is really fun, and there is tons to do in this game. The characters are strange and wonderful, and the settings are colorful and exotic. This is a soap opera for adults. If you have ever wanted to get into the Yakuza series, this is the place to start.

This game's like Shenmue but for mature audiences. Like a Japanese version of Mafia 3, but way better! Good graphics, sound effects & story. Great import turned into a western English release.

I would highly recommend the game to fans of open world games and Japanese culture! 5 stars!

Amazing game with a ton of value and content. Great gameplay and amazing story.

Great entry to Yakuza series. Great story, gameplay and graphics

This is now my favorite game on the ps4. The fighting is amazing and the story is fantastic.

Fun brutal combat with an amazing story. Game performs well and player models look good.

Great game action packed and the story line is good.. waiting on the next one to come out

This game provides a look at the 1980s through the strange world of Yakuza. The plot takes center stage as an enforcer for the Yakuza is blamed for a murder that he didn't commit. This provides the basis for what will happen for the entire Yakuza series. Strange moments from being a movie producer, to dancing with pop stars, this game maintains two different tones (serious drama and comedy) successfully.

Note that this game takes place before the previous Yakuza games so it can be played without playing the others first, if for some reason you missed them. For fans of the previous game it is also highly recommended. There is plenty to do in this game and plenty of combat which is fun. The graphics are good although it is important to note that they were done almost 2 years ago when this game released in Japan.

I highly recommend this game. Really interesting setting and story. Minus one star for controls. Doesn’t quite seem fluid enough. Overall I’m satisfied with the purchase.

This game is fantastic. I only bought it recently, so I haven't racked up many hours yet, but there is an air of satire and comedy genius that adds to an action-packed, gangster type of game. There are so many hidden aspects to the game and discovering them is what really makes the experience. Additionally, the atmosphere of Japanese culture is so immersive. This game is so good.

Good prequel to the first game. The graphics are good and the story is phenomenal.

Yakuza 0 is a really great setup for the series. Succinctly, I would say that the combat, which is a heavily featured activity in the game, is good at best. Random encounters grew tiresome toward the end of the game, however, since the main quest line is pretty dang interesting, it was an easy thing to forgive. The two main characters you play as are well written and serve to show the origin of their characters which develops further in the other games of the series. The only hesitation I'd offer is that if you're looking for a deep combat system, look elsewhere, but if you want a cool crime story then this is for you - very well executed on the whole.

Good story and high quality graphics game it is. Good deal!