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Yakuza 0’s Runtime
Released originally back in 2015,Yakuza 0acts as both a prequeland the chronological starting point on the franchise’s timeline. Set within the iconic neon-lit cities of Tokyo and Osaka, against the backdrop of a fictionalized version of 1980s-era Japan, players are introduced to the eclectic cast of characters that have helped to make the series an institution in gaming. The stylishly suited Kazuma Kiryu, a member of the titular organized crime-loving Yakuza, is the person that players primarily control as they undertake a quest to clear his name for a murder he didn’t commit.
Yakuza Kiwami Runtime
After the successful launch ofYakuza 0, which marked the 10th anniversary of the franchise, Sega turned its attention to the next entry point on the series’ chronological timeline.Yakuza Kiwamisubsequently picks up the action 6 years after the aforementioned game, before quickly jumping forward to 2005, and is a faithful remake of the very first pioneering PS2 entry in the franchise. Players once again find themselves inthe leather shoes of Kiryuas he navigates another brilliant mobster-themed story, whilst trying to rise through the ranks of Japan’s criminal underworld.
Packed once again with side quests, quirky characters, and addictive mini-games,Yakuza Kiwamialso features the renovated and modernized brawler combat that made0so memorable. However, unlike the aforementioned game,Yakuza Kiwami 1is considerably shorter. On average most players take around 17 hours to beat the main engrossing story, which will no doubt help those aiming to marathon through the entire trilogy before it departs Microsoft’s Game Pass. If anything, the shorter run time should allow players to experience some of the delights that Japan’s nightlife has to offer. It’s worth keeping in mind, though, that it roughly takes between 32 and 82 hours to see most and all of what’s on offer, so those in a rush still need to be a little wary.
Yakuza Kiwami 2’s Runtime
Picking up the action just 1 year after the events of the previously mentioned game,Yakuza Kiwami 2is a remakeof the originalYakuza 2, and is the last entry in the franchise that’s set to depart the Xbox Game Pass library at the end of December. Featuring an explosive story that revolves around Kiryu’s quest to unravel an elaborate scheme to detonate bombs across Tokyo,Kiwami 2benefits graphically in comparison to the aforementioned titles thanks to the fact that it runs on Sega’s updated Dragon Engine. The visceral brawler combat that fans have come to know and love is still present, though, and has even been reinforced by the creation of a new separate sub-story that revolves around fan-favorite anti-hero Goro Majima.
Being another remake of a beloved classic game from several console generations ago, it’s perhaps little surprise thatYakuza Kiwami 2features a much shorter chain of main quests when compared toYakuza 0. On average, players will need to invest another 18 or so hours if they want to see the plot through to its conclusion, as well asthe short Majima-themed side story. Naturally, that number can grow substantially depending on how much extra content players want to explore. Those looking to get a taste of the quirky side characters and activities on offer will need to set aside 36 hours of their time, for example, whereas completionists will instead need to find a spare 75 hours.
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