This game definitely lives up to the hype it has been given. Everything I had heard about the game ended up being more than what I expected. Gorgeous game, Kamurocho and Sotenbori both look incredible at night time with all of the neon signs and the lively environment. I really enjoyed the switch to a fully rendered map: there are now only a few load zones for the entirety of both maps. It is something I didn't know I wanted until I played this game. The characters stand out in this game, they were able to keep the story engaging throughout the entirety of the game which I can't say was the case for Yakuza 0 and Yakuza Kiwami. The story was executed to near perfection and made for a really good finale that felt deserved. Soundtrack is once again very good. Oumi Attack, Worry, and Ryuji's final boss theme were my standout favorites. Combat felt rewarding and fun to play around with, my favorite addition was the regrab after the end of a combo. My only complaint with this game was it felt far too easy to level up with the EXP system being completely broken by eating meals and using the laxatives. A very impressive remake of the original that I highly recommend.