SEGA and Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio officially announced the release of two legendary games, Yakuza Kiwami and Yakuza Kiwami 2Yakuza, for the Nintendo Switch 2 console on November 13, 2025. This news is a breath of fresh air for fans of the Yakuza series, especially Nintendo users, who so far have not had much opportunity to enjoy the adventures of Kazuma Kiryu on their platform.
Legendary Remake Comes to a New Platform
Yakuza Kiwami is a remake of the first Yakuza game released almost two decades ago. The game takes players into the criminal underworld of Tokyo, where Kazuma Kiryu, a former yakuza member, must uncover a huge conspiracy worth 10 billion yen. With updated graphics and more modern gameplay, Yakuza Kiwami offers a new experience for both existing players and newcomers.
Meanwhile, Yakuza Kiwami 2 continues the story of Kazuma Kiryu who must now face Ryuji Goda, the "Dragon of Kansai", in a major war between yakuza gangs. This game is known for its deep story, strong characters, and increasingly exciting combat system.
Broader Language Support
One of the new features presented in the Switch 2 release is multi-language support. For the first time ever, Yakuza Kiwami and Kiwami 2 will support text in French, Italian, German, Spanish, Latin American Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese and Russian. These additions make the game more accessible to players from different countries, while expanding SEGA's global market reach.
This broader language support is also a plus for players who want to enjoy the Yakuza story with a better understanding. With a variety of language options, the gaming experience becomes more personalized and enjoyable.
Reason for Release on Switch 2
The presence of these two titles on Switch 2 is SEGA's strategic move to introduce the Yakuza franchise to Nintendo's massive user base. The Switch 2 itself is predicted to be one of the best-selling consoles of this generation, so the release of the Yakuza franchise is a strategic move by SEGA. Yakuza Kiwami and Kiwami 2 on this platform is expected to attract new gamers who have never tried the Yakuza series before.
In addition, with more big games coming to Switch 2, Nintendo is further strengthening its position as a major platform for various game genres, including action-adventure games like Yakuza. This also opens up opportunities for cross-platform collaborations and promotions that could increase the popularity of the Yakuza franchise in the future.
Release Yakuza Kiwami and Kiwami 2 on Switch 2 is also proof that SEGA continues to innovate and adapt to the development of the gaming industry. By bringing quality games to more platforms, SEGA is expanding their reach and strengthening their position in the global market.
