Game guide
Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties
Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties is a single-player action-adventure remake of Yakuza 3 (2009) built on the Dragon Engine with modernized combat, bundled with 'Dark Ties,' an all-new side story starring Mine. Developed by Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio and published by SEGA, it launched February 12, 2026 on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC.
- Developer
- Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio
- Publisher
- Sega
- Released
- Thursday, February 12, 2026
- Platforms
- PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, PC
Guides & data
Everything people search about Yakuza Kiwami 3 — each answer verified against primary sources.
Yakuza Kiwami 3 — frequently asked
When did Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties release and on what platforms?
It launched February 12, 2026 on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC (Steam).
What exactly is included in the package?
Two experiences in one: Yakuza Kiwami 3, a full Dragon Engine remake of Yakuza 3 (2009) with reworked combat, new cutscenes and boss fights; and Dark Ties, an all-new side story focused on the character Mine.
Do I need to play earlier Yakuza games first?
No — as a remake of Yakuza 3, it is a self-contained entry, though it continues Kiryu's saga and rewards familiarity with the series.
Sources
- GameGPU — full PC system requirements
- Wccftech — PC requirements & demo
- Steam store page (Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties)
- SEGA official customer support — PS5 storage requirement
- Nintendo Everything — Switch 2 file sizes (46 GB)
- Game Rant — How Long to Beat & chapter list
- TheGamer — How long to beat (Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties)
- PowerPyx — Trophy Guide & Roadmap
- PSNProfiles — Trophy list (62 trophies)
- PlayStationTrophies.org — all 62 trophies
- SEGA — official release announcement (Feb 12, 2026)
- Push Square — review (PS5, 8/10)
- Last verified: July 24, 2026. Sizes and specs can change with patches — tell us if something is out of date.