Yakuza 4 Remastered

Item: Yakuza 4 Remastered
Rating: 71
Author: VaporLens

Last updated: 2026-02-01

Summary

Engaging story with multiple protagonists
Rich side content and mini-games
Character development and unique abilities
Confusing and convoluted story
Poor combat mechanics
Frustrating boss fights

Emotions

Frustration44%Enjoyment20%Disappointment17%Excitement16%Satisfaction11%

Sample precision
Helpful reviews: 44%
Unhelpful reviews: 55%
Protest reviews: 1%

71%
Helpful reviews with positive sentiment
29%
Helpful reviews with negative sentiment

Positive points: 699
Negative points: 485
Gameplay points: 507
Perf. points: 46
Rec. points: 86
Misc points: 1

Point	Description	Importance
Engaging story with multiple protagonists Description The game features a compelling and intricate narrative that is easy to follow and rich in detail. It introduces four distinct protagonists, each with their own unique storylines that eventually intertwine, adding depth and variety to the gameplay experience. Importance 97%	The game features a compelling and intricate narrative that is easy to follow and rich in detail. It introduces four distinct protagonists, each with their own unique storylines that eventually intertwine, adding depth and variety to the gameplay experience.	97%
Rich side content and mini-games Description The game is packed with a variety of side activities and mini-games that add depth and enjoyment to the overall experience. These include karaoke, golf, gambling, and hostess clubs, among others, providing a well-rounded and immersive gameplay environment. Importance 93%	The game is packed with a variety of side activities and mini-games that add depth and enjoyment to the overall experience. These include karaoke, golf, gambling, and hostess clubs, among others, providing a well-rounded and immersive gameplay environment.	93%
Character development and unique abilities Description The game introduces well-developed characters, each with their own unique combat styles and abilities. This not only adds variety to the gameplay but also allows players to connect more deeply with the characters and their individual story arcs. Importance 79%	The game introduces well-developed characters, each with their own unique combat styles and abilities. This not only adds variety to the gameplay but also allows players to connect more deeply with the characters and their individual story arcs.	79%
Enhanced graphics and technical improvements Description Yakuza 4 features improved graphics, character models, and technical enhancements over its predecessor. The remastered version includes better lighting, animations, and a smoother combat system, contributing to a more polished and visually appealing game. Importance 49%	Yakuza 4 features improved graphics, character models, and technical enhancements over its predecessor. The remastered version includes better lighting, animations, and a smoother combat system, contributing to a more polished and visually appealing game.	49%
Expansive and immersive world Description Kamurocho, the game's primary setting, has been expanded with new areas such as rooftops and underground sections. This verticality adds a new dimension to exploration, making the world feel more alive and immersive. Importance 40%	Kamurocho, the game's primary setting, has been expanded with new areas such as rooftops and underground sections. This verticality adds a new dimension to exploration, making the world feel more alive and immersive.	40%
Memorable soundtrack and audio Description The game features an awesome soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. The music, along with high-quality voice acting and sound effects, contributes to the game's immersive atmosphere. Importance 39%	The game features an awesome soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. The music, along with high-quality voice acting and sound effects, contributes to the game's immersive atmosphere.	39%
Nostalgic and classic vibe Description The game retains a classic Yakuza vibe, bringing a sense of nostalgia to long-time fans of the series. This familiar feel, combined with new elements, makes the game both comforting and exciting. Importance 5%	The game retains a classic Yakuza vibe, bringing a sense of nostalgia to long-time fans of the series. This familiar feel, combined with new elements, makes the game both comforting and exciting.	5%
Introduction of new characters Description The introduction of new characters brings a fresh vibe to the series. These characters are well-developed and add new dynamics to the story, making the game more engaging and interesting. Importance 5%	The introduction of new characters brings a fresh vibe to the series. These characters are well-developed and add new dynamics to the story, making the game more engaging and interesting.	5%
Final showdown and boss battles Description The final showdown and boss battles are particularly memorable and well-executed. These climactic moments provide a satisfying conclusion to the game's narrative and gameplay. Importance 4%	The final showdown and boss battles are particularly memorable and well-executed. These climactic moments provide a satisfying conclusion to the game's narrative and gameplay.	4%
Unique and humorous scenarios Description The game includes unique one-shot cutscenes and humorous scenarios that add a layer of entertainment and unpredictability. These elements make the game more enjoyable and memorable. Importance 4%	The game includes unique one-shot cutscenes and humorous scenarios that add a layer of entertainment and unpredictability. These elements make the game more enjoyable and memorable.	4%
Better pacing and gameplay Description Yakuza 4 is better-paced compared to other games in the series, offering a more balanced and enjoyable gameplay experience. The improvements in combat and overall gameplay mechanics contribute to a smoother and more refined experience. Importance 4%	Yakuza 4 is better-paced compared to other games in the series, offering a more balanced and enjoyable gameplay experience. The improvements in combat and overall gameplay mechanics contribute to a smoother and more refined experience.	4%
Character-specific substories Description Each protagonist has their own unique substories that add depth to their characters and provide additional context to the main narrative. These substories are well-integrated and enhance the overall storytelling. Importance 4%	Each protagonist has their own unique substories that add depth to their characters and provide additional context to the main narrative. These substories are well-integrated and enhance the overall storytelling.	4%

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