Yakuza 0 Director’s Cut: The New “Red Light Raid” Mode is Pure Chaos
Return to the bubble era in the definitive version of the legendary prequel, Yakuza 0 Director’s Cut.
It’s 1988 all over again. Yakuza 0 Director’s Cut officially launched yesterday, December 8, bringing the neon-soaked streets of Kamurocho back to life. With substantial graphical updates and an unexpected new multiplayer mode, this is the definitive way to experience the bubble era.
If you’ve been waiting to revisit the rise of the Dragon of Dojima, now is the perfect time.
The Deal: Upgrade vs. Standalone
SEGA has released this definitive edition with two distinct pricing paths on Steam. If you are new to the series, the Standard Edition is priced at $49.99.
However, if you already own the original digital version, you don’t need to pay full price. There is a specific Upgrade Option available for just $14.99. In my opinion, honoring the original player base with a cheap upgrade path is a move more publishers should make.
Check your library first, then check the best prices below.
New Lore: The Untold Stories of Kiryu and Majima
This isn’t just a simple texture update. The Director’s Cut adds “never-before-seen cutscenes” that flesh out the backstories of both Kiryu and Majima.
These scenes reportedly fill in narrative gaps that fans have speculated about for years. For lore hunters, seeing these missing pieces of the puzzle is worth the admission price alone.
The Big Surprise: Red Light Raid Multiplayer Mode
Team up with friends in the all-new Red Light Raid multiplayer mode.
The biggest surprise, however, is the new Red Light Raid mode. This online co-op feature lets you and your friends choose from 60 playable characters to fight off hordes of enemies.
Honestly, being able to play as obscure NPCs in a beat-’em-up lobby sounds chaotic, but it might be the refresh the gameplay loop needed.
Critical Information: Save Data & Specs
Before you install, be warned: Save data from the original Yakuza 0 does NOT carry over. You will have to start your journey from scratch.
Also, clear some drive space. The game now requires 95 GB of storage. To hit those crisp 1080p/60fps targets with the new assets, a GTX 1070 or equivalent is recommended.
Conclusion
Yakuza 0 Director’s Cut offers a fantastic excuse to replay one of the decade’s best action-adventure games. Whether you are here to see the new fate of Kiryu and Majima or for the co-op chaos, the $14.99 upgrade fee feels justified.
Are you planning to jump into the Red Light Raid mode with friends, or are you just here for the new story scenes? Let us know in the comments!
Christ Diane Abella is a writer and contributor focused on delivering clear, insightful, and well-researched coverage for readers.
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