Sony SG_B00F332DHC_US Ryu Ga Gotoku Ishin! PS3 Japan

Ryu Ga Gotoku Ishin! is an action-adventure game from Sega's acclaimed Yakuza (now Like a Dragon) franchise, originally released in 2014 exclusively in Japan. Set during the Bakumatsu period at the end of the Edo era, it reimagines series characters as historical figures navigating the political upheaval and samurai culture of 1860s Japan. Players engage in a mix of melee combat — featuring swordplay, gunplay, and hand-to-hand fighting styles — alongside the series' signature open-world exploration, mini-games, and dramatic storytelling. This PS3 version represents the game as it was originally designed before the 2023 multiplatform remake.

This listing is for a used copy in very good condition, complete with the original Japanese manual and packaging. As a region-free PS3 title, it plays on any PlayStation 3 console regardless of region, making it accessible to international collectors and import enthusiasts. However, the game is entirely in Japanese — menus, story dialogue, quest objectives, and tutorials are all presented in Japanese text and voice acting. Players without Japanese reading ability will find navigation and story comprehension challenging, though dedicated fans of the series have created unofficial English guides online. For those seeking an English-language version, the 2023 remake titled "Like a Dragon: Ishin!" is available on PS4, PS5, Xbox, and PC with full English localization.