Yakuza 0 Director’s Cut Launches on Nintendo Switch 2 with Classic Cast and New Multiplayer Mode

SEGA Brings Yakuza 0 Director’s Cut to Nintendo Switch 2 with Acclaimed Cast and New Multiplayer Features SEGA has officially launched Yakuza 0 Director’s Cut on the Nintendo Switch 2, offering both long-time fans and newcomers the definitive edition of the beloved crime drama.

Accompanying the release, SEGA unveiled a launch trailer that spotlights not only the dynamic gameplay but also features the return of the original Japanese voice cast embodying the game’s iconic Dojima Family lieutenants. Honoring its roots, the trailer includes appearances by Hitoshi Ozawa (portraying Daisaku Kuze), Riki Takeuchi (playing Hiroki Awano), and Hideo Nakano (ghosting Keiji Shibusawa), each reprising their standout performances from the original game.

This marks a rare promotion where SEGA brings the actors directly into launch materials, underscoring the series’ commitment to authenticity and deep storytelling. Yakuza 0 Director’s Cut represents the most complete iteration of the critically acclaimed game that originally introduced players to the formative years of Kazuma Kiryu and Goro Majima.

Set amidst the vibrant entertainment districts of Tokyo and Osaka, the story weaves together the fates of Kiryu, a young yakuza, and Majima, a resourceful cabaret club manager, as they become embroiled in an epic underworld conflict.

The gameplay features robust action brawler mechanics, enabling players to shift seamlessly between three distinctive fighting styles per protagonist, utilizing everything from barehanded brawling to improvised weaponry.

With intuitive controls and a deep combat system, it is accessible for beginners but rewarding for advanced players. In addition to the complete base game, the Director’s Cut content delves deeper into key plot events and character origins through exclusive new cutscenes, further enriching the franchise’s lore.

One of the major new features is the introduction of Red Light Raid, an online multiplayer mode not found in previous versions.

Red Light Raid allows players to collaborate online, forming teams to battle waves of enemies, with a choice from sixty unlockable characters drawn from the series’ expansive roster. The launch of Yakuza 0 Director’s Cut on Nintendo Switch 2 signifies an important milestone, making this chapter of the Yakuza series accessible to a broader audience.

The game is now available for purchase on the Nintendo Switch 2 platform via the eShop, ensuring both series veterans and those discovering Kamurocho for the first time can experience one of SEGA’s highest-rated titles in its fullest form. For fans of action brawlers, crime dramas, or Japanese pop culture, Yakuza 0 Director’s Cut offers a definitive package, combining memorable performances, new multiplayer experiences, and enhanced story content—all optimized for the capabilities of the Nintendo Switch 2.

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