Originally released as a PlayStation 2 game in 2005, Yakuza (Ryu ga Gotoku in Japan) spawned a lengthy and beloved video game series that follows the many conflicts and schemes of yakuza families ...

What are the best Yakuza games? Updated March 5, 2025 by Mark Sammut: The release of a new Like a Dragon game is always a cause for celebration, even when the franchise takes a somewhat weird detour.

From an outside perspective, Like a Dragon games can look intimidating. Formerly known as Yakuza, the franchise is stacked with top-tier titles to the point where I'm often asked which game ...