Yakuza 3 - TGS trailer (must watch)

[dallow]

Two videos I believe:

http://www.gamersyde.com/stream_8933_en.html

http://gamevideos.1up.com/video/id/21933

http://i35.tinypic.com/2q8dpao.gif


Now go buy the first two on PS2 please!
Who knows when/if this game makes it here...

[rodeojones903]

Holy shit that looks amazing. I am really hoping both of the new Yakuza games come over. Everyone always chanting for Shenmue 3 needs to pick up Yakuza 2. Its better than Shenmue ever was.

[Squall835]

[orgasm] I can't wait for this game, the first one was great.

[rodeojones903]

[orgasm] I can't wait for this game, the first one was great.

Now you just need to play the far superior sequel. :D

[Paco]

Holy shit that looks amazing. I am really hoping both of the new Yakuza games come over. Everyone always chanting for Shenmue 3 needs to pick up Yakuza 2. Its better than Shenmue ever was.

You be quiet. We will always want SHENMUE 3. You and your habadashery can just shove it.

And yes yakuza 3 looks good. But then again, so did Shining Force Neo when it was announced.

[dallow]

You be quiet. We will always want SHENMUE 3. You and your habadashery can just shove it.

And yes yakuza 3 looks good. But then again, so did Shining Force Neo when it was announced.What does Shining Force Neo have to do with anything?

[Ecofreak]

Wholly freaking cow -- that trailer is epic!

Real Cabaret management, amazing graphics, among other factors leave me wanting this game badly.

I guess Ryu ga Gotoku KENZAN! will have to tide me over till this one comes over State-side

[pete5883]

1. Awesome. Looks incredible.
2. No load screens before a fight! Awesome.

[RelentlessRolento]

holy shit! I still am looking for the first game before I start 2.

[imascrub]

I dig the Ironman move, intentional tribute or not

[Poor2More]

I can honestly say this. Day one buy for me and MGS4 did not even do that for me

[Stingermck]

Wow! Ok I really need to catch up on Yakuza 2 now. Does it work on the MGS 80 GB?

[Ecofreak]

Wow! Ok I really need to catch up on Yakuza 2 now. Does it work on the MGS 80 GB?

Yep -- I just beat the game last week on the MGS 80GB. Just be sure to save often.

Buy the game new and support Sega, please! :pray:

[pete5883]

Is that a spoiler in that 2nd vid?

[imascrub]

holy cow...i thought both links were the same vid lol
That first video is nuts nuts nuts

Damn I can't wait for it to come out
lol @ dialing in the special move

[Chacrana]

Holy shit, this game looks great. The best part is, we already know that Sega can deliver with this franchise, and that both the main game and mini-games are awesome.

[whoknows]

All Sega needs to do is have the game have English subtitles so we can import it.

[pete5883]

Holy shit, this game looks great. The best part is, we already know that Sega can deliver with this franchise, and that both the main game and mini-games are awesome.
I dunno, baseball, golf, UFO catcher, FV6 etc. were pretty iffy.

[rodeojones903]

All Sega needs to do is have the game have English subtitles so we can import it.

Would need all of the menus in English as well.

[mykevermin]

I have the first two, I'm playing through the first (never did finish it), and I'm hoping that the third comes stateside as well.

But let's see if Kenzan comes here at all. I suspect not, but I can dream, can't I?

[LinkinPrime]

Looks pretty good...never played the PS2 games but if this one makes it out here I'll most likely bite.

[whoknows]

Would need all of the menus in English as well.

The menu's probably wouldn't be too tough to figure out, all I'd need is for there to be english subs for the story.

Looks pretty good...never played the PS2 games but if this one makes it out here I'll most likely bite.

Go play the other two. I'm sure 3 will continue the story, plus the other two are just awesome games.

[Ecofreak]

The menu's probably wouldn't be too tough to figure out, all I'd need is for there to be english subs for the story.

I don't imagine the game appeals to people who arn't already open to the idea of English subtitles, given the non-traditional setting of the game. So Sega could indeed save lots of money by not dubbing it.

My only concern with a non-dub regards the karaoke mini-game in Yakuza 3. I'd love it if they kept the songs in Japanese (I may even recognize some of them) but not sure how that would be received in America. I'd personally be open for Sega to completely remove that mini-game if it preserves the original Japanese dub since I think the voice actors in Yakuza 2 were absolutely fantastic.

I totally <3 Kiryuu's and Kaoru's voice actors.

[imascrub]

holy aowoaeoa
20 minutes cam footage of the game

http://www.gametrailers.com/player/41289.html

first time I linked gametrailers videos here. Awesome direct embedding thing lol

[leveskikesko]

Stunningly Japanese! Could this be the ultimate Yakuza title?

Is the main character the same guy from the first Yakuza? If so, he looks really different...

I'm really hyped for this! Sucks that this won't be coming out in awhile for US, if at all....

[FloodsAreUponUS]

Go buy the first two.

I will put this game into my playstation 3.

[Ecofreak]

I'm really hyped for this! Sucks that this won't be coming out in awhile for US, if at all....

If Sega brought the first two over, I don't see why they wouldn't likewise release it in America -- especially since it must cost Sega an absolute bundle to create this game. Cutting out the dub and going pure sub would save significant amounts of time and money.

[SeanNOLA]

It looks like they fixed the camera, which means ABSOLUTELY NO BITCHING FROM ANYONE EVER AGAIN! Can't wait!

[Ecofreak]

I just watched the full 20 minute video in high definition and am TOTALLY blown away. The updated graphics, surprise antagonist, additional mini-games, and modifications to battle system leave me very excited.

One would wonder just how much money Sega is throwing down on this obviously ambitious title, but keep in mind, they have numerous corporate sponsors to help foot to the bill. One of the big pluses of placing the story in real-world locations.

[SeanNOLA]

@Ecofreak
I really hope this is the direction that more games take. I certainly don't mind plunking down 1100 fake yen for a Pepsi as opposed to 1100 fake yen for a rice ball to replenish my health, and if it can help Sega make these monster budget games without breaking the bank (I'm talking to you, Shenmue) then more power to 'em.

[Ecofreak]

@Ecofreak
I really hope this is the direction that more games take. I certainly don't mind plunking down 1100 fake yen for a Pepsi as opposed to 1100 fake yen for a rice ball to replenish my health, and if it can help Sega make these monster budget games without breaking the bank (I'm talking to you, Shenmue) then more power to 'em.

Such practices can be considered a slippery slope to some gamers, however. Their main contention being "If companies get royalties for advertising, why not pass the savings onto consumers since our buying the game and resulting popularity are why you're getting royalties in the first place?"

Back when this first starting happening (I think around Battlefield X), I also felt this way. But after hearing many games being canceled or scaled back for the PS3 (and 360 to a degree) due to ever increasing development costs, then I support such practices if I get the full vision the developers hope for. The ads can't be so abrasive that they actually distract me from the game.

I do admit that, after playing Yakuza 2, I had a hankerin' for some Suntory Coffee. I'm such a weak-willed person! :-#

[pete5883]

I really never want to hear the Don Quixote song again though.

[imascrub]

don don don...don ki~
donki...joteee~

I've grown to be fond of it. Not everyday you hear a store with its own theme song lol

[yukine]

Damn... I really need to play the first two now.

I can't seem to find the first game for the life of me though, I'd love to pay $13.00 for it but I may have to suck it up and pay $20.00+ or whatever it's going for on FleaBay.

[The Mana Knight]

Damn... I really need to play the first two now.

I can't seem to find the first game for the life of me though, I'd love to pay $13.00 for it but I may have to suck it up and pay $20.00+ or whatever it's going for on FleaBay.I should have sold my copy to you instead of GameStop a few months ago. I would have sold it for just $10. ;)

[yukine]

:cry:

[OatmealMu]

I hope the manage a hostess club minigame is actually worth it this time. I spent tons of money and what did I get? A jacket and 1000 experience points. La-dee-shaq-fuing-da! Also, I'm getting kind of tired of fighting the knife-wielding you-know-who. The fights are never fun since I spend most of my time watching him dash around like a jackass.

On the plus side, the transition into random encounters is really nice. I like how you actually fight where you stand instead of another location that sort of looks like the street you were just on. Oh, and is the camera entirely player controlled now?

[starmask2k3]

Holy shit that looks amazing. I am really hoping both of the new Yakuza games come over. Everyone always chanting for Shenmue 3 needs to pick up Yakuza 2. Its better than Shenmue ever was.
shunmue is the king but this game looks great is this game japanese only

[The Mana Knight]

It seems like the game has been confirmed for February 26th, 2009 for Japan, according to Famitsu.

[dallow]

Ohh, good. Not too far away.

[RelentlessRolento]

just so you know there's 2 trailers from TGS on the Japanese PSN... must download even if you've seen them before.

[Ecofreak]

It seems like the game has been confirmed for February 26th, 2009 for Japan, according to Famitsu.

Fantastic -- now if only Sega could confirm a release date for Ryu ga Gotoku Kenzan! and Yakuza 3. I hope it doesn't take 2 years for them to reach the States (ala Yakuza 2).

BTW, Mana, you know how many copies Yakuza 2 sold in the US and Europe?

[neverletthem]

I know there is a demo for this somewhere in the Japan store, can't find it for the life of me. Really want to try it.

Though, I still do need to pick up the first two, really want to play them.

[The Mana Knight]

I know there is a demo for this somewhere in the Japan store, can't find it for the life of me. Really want to try it.

Though, I still do need to pick up the first two, really want to play them.Let me check sometime to see if I can find it, and better direct you. I use to have the demo on my PS3, and I believe I know where it is.

[pete5883]

Demo is for Kenzan, not Yakuza 3. Amirite?

[The Mana Knight]

Demo is for Kenzan, not Yakuza 3. Amirite?Yes.

However, I searched the Japanese PS Store for it, and the demo was removed. I can still download it under my Japanese account, but it's no longer up.

[gunm]

Lookin' forward to this--Yakuza 2 was the bomb!

[The Mana Knight]

http://www.blogcdn.com/www.ps3fanboy.com/media/2009/01/ps3ceramyaku3.jpg
http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2009/01/06/yakuza-3-themed-ps3-looks-stylish/

Looks really nice for Japan, only 10k though being made.

[mykevermin]

woah.

[OatmealMu]

Same design as Kazuma's tattoo?

[dallow]

That does actually look kinda nice.
I'm not one for art on consoles, but it's not that gaudy.

[js1]

http://www.blogcdn.com/www.ps3fanboy.com/media/2009/01/ps3ceramyaku3.jpg
http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2009/01/06/yakuza-3-themed-ps3-looks-stylish/

Looks really nice for Japan, only 10k though being made.

:drool::drool:

[cochesecochese]

DAMN that custom system looks nice. I'm guessing it will ring in around $550 on play-asia. Tempting indeed.

[bornrunnin31]

I think I found a reason to buy a second ps3. . . . .

[Ecofreak]

http://www.blogcdn.com/www.ps3fanboy.com/media/2009/01/ps3ceramyaku3.jpg
http://www.ps3fanboy.com/2009/01/06/yakuza-3-themed-ps3-looks-stylish/

Looks really nice for Japan, only 10k though being made.

Fantastic!

Now, Sega, announce American releases for Kenzan and Yakuza 3!!!

[happy]

That looks awesome

[Thongsy]

Wow, that looks great. Might be the reason I need to sell my 60 gb and get that.

[Ecofreak]

Wow, that looks great. Might be the reason I need to sell my 60 gb and get that.

I'm sure there are many people who'd be happy to buy it from you. BC is all the rage now a days, it seems.

[Thongsy]

I'm sure there is, I don't care about BC as much as I thought I did. It'll just be a bit of a hassle to ship, only thing keeping me from selling it so far. Sony needs to get some of these Japanese games to the U.S. market quicker. It would add much needed variety to the game selection. Hopefully along with this, Way of the Samurai 3 will also come stateside.

[yukine]

Me want.

I'd get it if it was like the MGS4 80GB... Software BC is better than no BC.

[OatmealMu]

Live demo stream here: http://www.justin.tv/esegk?

[The Mana Knight]

I downloaded the Yakuza 3 demo fast where it was downloading at a rate of 3MB/sec.

[Reality's Fringe]

I have the 2nd one coming via Gamefly,s o I'll be able to compare it to the first soon.

and for the record, I thought the English dubbing gave it more charm. Is it still in Yakuza 2?

[mykevermin]

Nope. 日本語で話します。

[The Mana Knight]

I just played the demo. Definitely one of the longest demos I played ever. Let me just say I absolutely love it, and now I'm tempted to import.

[lolwut?]

Fuck. Now I have to create a fake Japanese PSN account too?

[Reality's Fringe]

Nope. 日本語で話します。

Damnit. I'm not one of those people who are mortified at having to READ SUBTITLES, but I always appreciate an English Dub.

Because, you know, I speak English. Also, the Yakuza dub REALLY wasn't that bad. In fact, some of the flubbed lines made it feel campy and awesome.

[mykevermin]

Money was the biggest factor, unfortunately. Sure wasn't time, given how long it took to bring the game overseas.

[js1]

Because, you know, I speak English. Also, the Yakuza dub REALLY wasn't that bad. In fact, some of the flubbed lines made it feel campy and awesome.

I actually hated that, because the story for the most part was supposed to be serious. The dub kind of messed that up. Best believe I will be making an account to play the demo. Yakuza 3 might be the 1st import purchase for me ever.

[Reality's Fringe]

I actually hated that, because the story for the most part was supposed to be serious. The dub kind of messed that up. Best believe I will be making an account to play the demo. Yakuza 3 might be the 1st import purchase for me ever.

I found the script to be hammy and generic, serious or not. I still enjoyed it for what it was; a video game version of a popcorn gangster movie.

[FriskyTanuki]

Fuck. Now I have to create a fake Japanese PSN account too?
You can't be much of a PS3 owner if you didn't know having UK and Japanese PSN accounts were useful tools to enjoying pretty much everything that's put on PSN.

[LinkinPrime]

Anyone have a link on how to create a JPN (or other country) account?

[FriskyTanuki]

http://blogs.ign.com/xheavenxsentx/2006/12/09/39684/

[LinkinPrime]

Thank you kindly Frisky.

[Razzuel]

I have not played any of the other Yakuza games, so I decided to try out the demo of Yakuza 3 since I have heard so many great things about the previous games.

Is there anyway to turn on English subtitles or something? If not oh well.

Even though I did not understand a damn thing, I enjoyed it. The fighting was a lot of fun. There was just enough insanity and brutality for this to feel unique. If I knew what was going on—in reference to me not knowing Japanese—I surmise that I would of enjoyed it even more.

[OatmealMu]

Okay, a live Yakuza 3 stream. I promise it won't go back to Star Ocean 4 this time.

http://www.justin.tv/ssj3goku87

[gunm]

There is no English dub. If you don't understand Japanese, then you'll have to wait and see if Sega decides to bring this one over to the West. The game's previous two games did not do well over here, so I dunno if Sega will be willing to give it one last shot.

Is it just me or do the Japan downloads seem faster than the US ones? 1.2 GBs seemed to fly on by, while my Noby Noby US download seemed to crawl.

[guyjr]

Is it just me or do the Japan downloads seem faster than the US ones? 1.2 GBs seemed to fly on by, while my Noby Noby US download seemed to crawl.

That could be because it's daytime over there when it's prime gaming time over here. Less people online in Japan means faster download speeds. Or it could be that PSN in Japan just has better connectivity (*shakes fists at uber cool Japanese!*)

[starmask2k3]

played the demo i cryed a little and milked my pants at the same this game needs to came out soon i really miss the shenmue series if this game dont come out in the US i will import and wish for american text and maybe voice too i just need text (so i can use my voice )

[gunm]

My order from PA shipped. >_< I was gonna cancel and hold out hope for a US release, too. :p

[starmask2k3]

from where playasia has it for 78

[BlueScrote]

Still any word on whether Yakuza 1/2 work on the Software BC PS3s?

EDIT: it says on the sonys site that Yakuza (1) works fine(but then again I always take that with a grain of salt), but I can't find Yakuza 2

[Ecofreak]

Still any word on whether Yakuza 1/2 work on the Software BC PS3s?

EDIT: it says on the sonys site that Yakuza (1) works fine(but then again I always take that with a grain of salt), but I can't find Yakuza 2

Yakuza 2 worked fine on my 80 GB MGS 4 model. Beat the game with no problems and had a blast the whole way through.

[The Mana Knight]

There is no English dub. If you don't understand Japanese, then you'll have to wait and see if Sega decides to bring this one over to the West. The game's previous two games did not do well over here, so I dunno if Sega will be willing to give it one last shot.

Is it just me or do the Japan downloads seem faster than the US ones? 1.2 GBs seemed to fly on by, while my Noby Noby US download seemed to crawl.It could have been time, because right when the PS Store updates, downloads always crawl (in NA). The next day, downloads are fast usually.

[OatmealMu]

Yakuza 1 freezes at some point on 80GB PS3s. Yakuza 2 was without problems for me.

[GenDV138]

Downloaded and played through the demo last night. Loved the first two Yakuza games and this looks like it could be even better! Really hope it gets released in the US, otherwise I'll have to import it even though I don't understand Japanese.

Also, if you get stuck at the Now loading screen in the demo, make sure to pause your downloads before starting the demo. I had that problem and had to check online to see if others were having the same experience.

[KongaKing]

My copy ships monday, will be here wed. I'll post impressions if you guys want

[pete5883]

Yakuza 1 freezes at some point on 80GB PS3s. Yakuza 2 was without problems for me.
That was fixed with a firmware update a few months ago.

[QiG]

I gave the first yakuza a shot but the pacing was just too slow for me at the time.. did it pick up at all after the first few hours? It just seemed like it took so long to do anything. I loved Shenmue but I think I was more patient back then.

[OatmealMu]

Stream of the full game: http://www.ustream.tv/channel/esegk

[gunm]

Only Konga King and I imported? I took the cheapest shipping, so I dunno when my copy arrives.

I kinda wish I waited, since my Japanese is turrible. >_<

[starmask2k3]

Still any word on whether Yakuza 1/2 work on the Software BC PS3s?

EDIT: it says on the sonys site that Yakuza (1) works fine(but then again I always take that with a grain of salt), but I can't find Yakuza 2

do u have a 80GB one

[BlueScrote]

do u have a 80GB one


80gb MGS4 bundle. Again, Sony's site says no problems (everything has been fixed with a firmware update), but I know that their reports are....less than accurate sometimes.

[KongaKing]

Only Konga King and I imported? I took the cheapest shipping, so I dunno when my copy arrives.

I kinda wish I waited, since my Japanese is turrible. >_<

When's your copy expected? Mine should be here tomorrow.

[gunm]

I took the cheapest shipping so there is no tracking info. >_<

Historically, it takes about 1 1/2 to 2 weeks, sometimes longer depending on customs.

[KongaKing]

Dang. Was hoping if your copy was here this week, if I got stuck, you could help out, and if you got stuck, I could help out. Where'd you order from? How much did it cost?

[xsouthparkx]

Ugh gotta buy a ps2 for this game. But uh anyone know what it's about? I honestly have no idea, except you sing, play darts, beat people up, kiss girls? what? Like is there a story or do you just do whatever?

[KongaKing]

Wooohoooo :)

http://home.comcast.net/~linkup2k/Yakuza.jpg

[yukine]

Wow, now that is dedication.

I wanted to kill myself after playing the Japanese demo, I hate not knowing what the hell is going on. I think Sega will release Yakuza 3, they can't afford not to (at least that is what I tell myself at night.)

[gunm]

I dunno, Yakuza 2 apparently sold a totally abyssmal 24K copies. If the game makes it's money back in Japan, then Sega might just give up and assume it's too "cultural" to bother bringing over. Plus, Sega is not doing well financially and may decide to stick to the "safe" route of cranking out more shitty Sonic games.

It would be a shame since the game's striking graphical improvements would be easy to market as a PlayStation-exclusive, and the game's core gameplay is pretty solid overall.

[yukine]

I wonder how well it sold in Japan?

[KongaKing]

It would be a shame since the game's striking graphical improvements would be easy to market as a PlayStation-exclusive, and the game's core gameplay is pretty solid overall.

I've got to say..just spent almost an hour with the game, and the cut scenes look really nice but the gameplay..eeeh I'm kind of surprised how..I don't want to say crappy, but just...not great it looks. All the gameplay doesn't look too hot.

[Reality's Fringe]

I'm playing through 2 now, on chapter 5, and it's good....it's just REALLY similar to the first one. Something happens, run around town trying to find side0quests, go to mission destination, something happens, run around town looking for side quests...repeat. If the Heat moves, soundtrack, and Kazuma didn't crack me up so much I wouldn't care much about the game. As it stands, I'll want to play 3 to get some closure.


2 points worth noting:

Sega is selling Yakuza branded sake in Japan starting tomorrow
Someone on another forum got in touch with Sega NA's marketing team. They claim that Yakuza would be localized if there's a "strong enough internet community reaction" to the game.

[KongaKing]

Soooo I was walking through the city, buying some items and whatnot, and a guy comes up to me and puts his arm around me...then licks my face. WTF? A fight breaks out after that and I beat the crap out of him. So weird.

[riddler]

I dunno, Yakuza 2 apparently sold a totally abyssmal 24K copies. If the game makes it's money back in Japan, then Sega might just give up and assume it's too "cultural" to bother bringing over. Plus, Sega is not doing well financially and may decide to stick to the "safe" route of cranking out more shitty Sonic games.

It would be a shame since the game's striking graphical improvements would be easy to market as a PlayStation-exclusive, and the game's core gameplay is pretty solid overall.

even if sega doesn't decide to bring it stateside for the possible financial risks, couldn't sony offer to pick it up for localization and distribution? It would seem like a no brainer to bring it over.

[Ecofreak]

Soooo I was walking through the city, buying some items and whatnot, and a guy comes up to me and puts his arm around me...then licks my face. WTF? A fight breaks out after that and I beat the crap out of him. So weird.

'Cause that kinda stuff happens all the time in Tokyo. It's true!

It looks like the recent launch has been successful -- here is some info from Joystiq.com and IGN, along with few pic.

Ryu Ga Gotoku 3 (Yakuza 3) may lack an exclamation point in its title -- unlike predecessor Ryu Ga Gotoku Kenzan! -- but that doesn't mean the excitement over it is any less. In fact, Sega made sure that Yakuza 3's February 26 launch would go off with a bang (figuratively, not literally! No gangster shootings here) with signing sessions and free swag give-aways.

IGN was in Japan to capture the festivities, snapping pictures of the crowd and checking out the signing sessions with Producer Toshihiro Nagoshi. Surprisingly, Toshihiro went around to three different retail stores in the Tokyo area for launch day signing events. That's some love for the hardcore gamer right there. Some stores were raffling off prizes such as post cards, clear files and limited edition Yakuza t-shirts. Check out IGN (http://ps3.ign.com/articles/957/957528p1.html) for more pics.

http://ps3media.ign.com/ps3/image/article/957/957528/yakuza-3-launches-in-japan-20090226022410862-000.jpg
http://www.blogcdn.com/playstation.joystiq.com/media/2009/02/580_yakuza-3-launches-in-japan-20090226022356816.jpg
http://ps3media.ign.com/ps3/image/article/957/957528/yakuza-3-launches-in-japan-20090226022404268-000.jpg

[Zoglog]

Yakuza 3 is great, but it's a little disappointing that it lacks an more open-world feel and less of an improvement over 2 than it should be.

[gunm]

I'd really like to see a complete review by someone who has played through from beginning to end and beaten the game.

[pete5883]

even if sega doesn't decide to bring it stateside for the possible financial risks, couldn't sony offer to pick it up for localization and distribution? It would seem like a no brainer to bring it over.
Y2 sold abysmally here. Not exactly a no-brainer.

[The Mana Knight]

I wonder how well it sold in Japan?Sold 232k on the first day, according to various sources.

Someone at GAF (http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=352750&page=7) took this picture of the Yakuza 3 PS3:
http://i39.tinypic.com/rub700.jpg

It looks extremely sexy, wish I had one.

[Ecofreak]

Yakuza 3 has sold very well in its first week of release -- so well that it's has the highest release figures of all the Yakuza games.

From Kotaku.com (http://kotaku.com/5164606/ryu-ga-gotoku-3-yakuza-3-sells-372000-copies)
Ryu Ga Gotoku: 130,000 copies
Ryu Ga Gotoku 2: 282,000 copies
Ryu Ga Gotoku KENZAN!: 178,000 copies
Ryu Ga Gotoku 3: 372,000 copies

And it helped Sony sell a heapin' amount of PS3s (http://kotaku.com/5165254/playstation-3-outsells-everything-else-in-japan-thanks-to-yakuza-influence)
* PlayStation 3 - 36,513
* Nintendo DSi - 35,827
* PSP - 35,588
* Wii - 17,876
* Xbox 360 - 11,795
* Nintendo DS Lite - 11,774
* PlayStation 2 - 5,099

I'm glad it has sold so well, and hope it continues to do well. But then again -- MGS4 dropped 85% the following week. Let's hope Sega has made a sizeable return on this game (sales + sponsorship), and will consider releasing this internationally.

[Reality's Fringe]

Sold 232k on the first day, according to various sources.

Someone at GAF (http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=352750&page=7) took this picture of the Yakuza 3 PS3:
http://i39.tinypic.com/rub700.jpg

It looks extremely sexy, wish I had one.

If this bundle came out in America, I'd finally buy a Ps3.

[PhilESkyline]

If this bundle came out in America, I'd finally buy a Ps3.

Maybe not the bundle but I would buy a PS3 if this game came to the US no doubt. :applause:

[Ecofreak]

Wow -- the thread has been dormant for a whole month.

Monthly sales figures just came out from Japan (http://kotaku.com/5204775/what-were-the-top-ten-selling-games-in-march), and this title has sold whopping 459,786 units since it's launch on February 26th!

For the sake of comparison...

1. Ryu Ga Gotoku 3 (Yakuza 3) PS3
Launch: 2/26/09
March Period Sales: 459,786 units
Life-To-Date Total: 459,786 units

2. Resident Evil 5 PS3
Launch: 3/5/09
March Period Sales: 428,545 units
Life-To-Date Total: 428,545 units

4. Mario & Luigi RPG3!!! DS
Launch: 2/11/09
March Period Sales: 189,227 units
Life-To-Date Total: 467,891 units

It's sold nearly as many copies as an RPG on the DS that launched two weeks earlier?! WOW! :whee: Now if only Sega would release this game with English subtitles (be it an Asian or European version, I don't care!)

[dallow]

Hot damn those are some good numbers for a PS3 title.

[whoknows]

Nice.

Now Sega should be good to us and bring it over.

[mykevermin]

...where it will sell 1/10th as much.

[whoknows]

If even.

But still...they should so I can play it.

[pete5883]

Isn't PS3 at 3 million units sold over there? So about 1/6 of PS3 owners bought it, in the first week? :whee: