Sega Have Released The Third Developer Diary For Yakuza 3

Sega have released a new dev diary fro Yakuza 3. in this diary the developers discuss how moving the Yakuza series to the Playstation 3 has enhanced the game, and what they hope a western audience will take away from the game.

Sega Have Released Part 1 Of A Developer Diary With Yakuza 3 Game Creator Toshihiro Nagoshi

Sega have released a developer diary for Yakuza 3. this video is the first part and features the game's creator, Toshihiro Nagoshi, being interviewed. the questions focused on this video are on Toshihiro's early influences and how they have effected his game design including before, during, and after a game is released.

Sega Announce A Premium Edition Version Of Yakuza 3

Sega have announced that there will be a premium edition of the Yakuza 3 when it's released in the west on 12th March.

The Premium Edition has the following content:

• Battle for Survival – Take on all the bosses of Yakuza 3 as Kazuma
• All-Star Tournament (7 character tournament)
• All-Star Tag Tournament (8 team tournament)
• Haruka’s Request - This unique series of challenge missions will send you on a task of exploration throughout the entire Yakuza world, playing mini-games and entertaining Haruka.
• 31 track soundtrack
• Yakuza Who’s Who – learn how all the characters are connected and who turned from rivals to allies in this fully animated guide

Sega have also announced a pre-order incentive for the Yakuza 3. The Pre-Order bonus is a Challenge pack which has 2 player mini games, including Pool, Bowling, Darts, and Golf. the pacl also has 4 alternative costumes for Kazuma, Haruka and Rikiya.

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Press Release

YAKUZA 3 – BATTLE PACK REVEALED
SEGA Confirm Bonus Content for Western Release

LONDON (9th February, 2010) – SEGA Europe Ltd. today announced that Yakuza™ 3 will be released in an exclusive premium edition pack when it hits shelves on 12th March 2010. The pack will include the following pieces of compelling content:

4 pieces of DLC
1.Battle for Survival – Take on all the bosses of Yakuza 3 as Kazuma
2.All-Star Tournament (7 character tournament)
3.All-Star Tag Tournament (8 team tournament)
4.Haruka’s Request - This unique series of challenge missions will send you on a task of exploration throughout the entire Yakuza world, playing mini-games and entertaining Haruka.
31 track soundtrack
Yakuza Who’s Who – learn how all the characters are connected and who turned from rivals to allies in this fully animated guide

In addition to this, consumers who pre-order the game will receive the Challenge Pack which will allow them to enjoy 2 player mini games, competing against their friends at Pool, Bowling, Darts and Golf. They will also be able to customise their principle characters with four alternative costumes for Kazuma, Haruka and Rikiya.

Making its first appearance exclusively on the PlayStation 3 platform, the rich story and vibrant world of Yakuza 3 lets players engage in intense, brutal clashes within the streets of Okinawa, and the vibrant and often dangerous city of Tokyo where only the strongest will survive.

Yakuza 3 will be available exclusively on the PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system on 12th March 2010.


For more information on Yakuza 3 please visit www.sega.com/yakuza3. For press assets please visit www.sega-press.com.

Sega Officially Reveal The Western Boxart For Yakuza 3 And Release New Screenshots

Sega have officially revealed the boxart for the western version of Yakuza 3. the boxart show that the game has been rated 18 in both the UK and USA. The Screenshots appear to be from cutscenes in the game. they show various characters in the game as well as a few locations.

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Sega Have Released New Screenshots For The Playstation 3 Game Yakuza 3.

Sega have released new screenshots for the Yakuza 3 Playstation 3 game. these screenshots appear to be from cutscenes in the game. they appear to be from various points of the game and each shows something different.

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Sega Have Released Screenshots, A Trailer, And A Fact Sheet For The USA Release Of Yakuza 3

Following Sega and Sony's Announcement that The Yakuza 3 is coming out in the USA on March 2010, Sega have released some screenshots, A trailer, and a partial fact sheet for Yakuza 3.
The Screenshots are in-game and show a few things that happen in the game. The Trailer shows alot of action from the game and some of the things that happen.

The Fact Sheet details some of the features. these include:

• Storied franchise enjoys a hardcore following with true video-game enthusiasts.

• Tokyo and Okinawa are rendered with stunning accuracy.

• Play a variety of mini-games including billiards, karaoke or even take in a game of golf.

• Engage in a variety of real-life activities from buying items in licensed shops & businesses to eating in restaurants you can find on actual streets of Tokyo.

• Seamlessly transition into intense fights more brutal than ever before.

• Gain fighting experience by training with teachers, getting "heavenly inspiration" or by remembering new moves from previous battles

Yakuza 3


Fact Sheet

Developer: SEGA of Japan
Platforms: PlayStation 3 exclusive
PEGI/BBFC/USK: 18
COB: MA 15+
Genre: Action
Ship date: March 2010

Kazuma and Haruka, having severed their ties to the Yakuza world, have left Kamurocho to seek a new life in Okinawa where they manage an orphanage for children. However, their peaceful life is soon interrupted when a series of events unfold pulling Kazuma back into the shadowy past he thought he had left behind, in order to protect those he loves.

Making its first appearance exclusively on the PlayStation 3 platform, the rich story and vibrant world of Yakuza 3 lets players engage in intense brutal clashes within the streets of Okinawa, and the vibrant and often dangerous city of Tokyo where only the strongest will survive.

Partial Feature List:
*Storied franchise enjoys a hardcore following with true video-game enthusiasts.
*Tokyo and Okinawa are rendered with stunning accuracy.
*Play a variety of mini-games including billiards, karaoke or even take in a game of golf.
*Engage in a variety of real-life activities from buying items in licensed shops & businesses to eating in restaurants you can find on actual streets of Tokyo.
*Seamlessly transition into intense fights more brutal than ever before.
*Gain fighting experience by training with teachers, getting "heavenly inspiration" or by remembering new moves from previous battles

Sony Announce That Yakuza 3 Is Coming Out Exclusively For The PS3 In The USA On March 2010

Sony has announced that The Yakuza 3 is coming out Exclusively on the Playstation 3 In The USA on March 2010. The game will be voiced by the original Japanese cast and be subtitled into English.

Sony go on to say that it was the fans of the game, their passion and determination that meant this Western release could happen. So as thanks, Sony will allow fans to submit questions to the Yakuza 3 development team in Japan by submitting it below the article, from their USA Blog, with *Dev Question* typed before the question.

From USA Playstation Blog