Yakuza 0 Timeline ( Real )

game_release
March 12, 2015

Release of Yakuza 0 in Japan

Yakuza 0 was first released in Japan for the PlayStation 3 and PlayStation 4, marking the launch of the prequel to the Yakuza series.

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January 24, 2017

Release of Yakuza 0 worldwide

Yakuza 0 was released internationally for the PlayStation 4, bringing the critically acclaimed game to a global audience.

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August 1, 2018

Release of Yakuza 0 on Windows

Yakuza 0 became available on PC via Steam, expanding the game's accessibility beyond PlayStation consoles.

Yakuza 0 Timeline ( Fictional )

expulsion
December 1988

Kazuma Kiryu's Expulsion from the Dojima Family

Kiryu takes the blame for a real estate scam and is expelled from the Dojima Family, leading to his temporary departure from the yakuza life.

assignment
Early 1988

Goro Majima's Surveillance Assignment

Majima is assigned to surveil Kiryu as part of his comeback plan to rejoin the Tojo Clan by joining the newly reformed Majima Family.

conflict
1988

Real Estate Scam and the Auction of the Empty Lot

The empty lot near Kamurocho is auctioned off, attracting attention from multiple parties including the Dojima Family and business moguls.

event
1988

Kiryu Saves a Mysterious Woman at the Auction

Kiryu rescues Yuki from trouble during the auction, deepening his involvement in the unfolding real estate conflict.

infiltration
1988

Majima Enters the Cabaret Club 'Grand'

Majima begins working at Grand to infiltrate the cabaret business as part of his efforts to gather information for the Tojo Clan.

conflict
Late 1988

Construction of Resort on Empty Lot Threatened

Plans to build a resort on the empty lot face opposition from various factions, culminating in violent confrontations.

combat
Late 1988

Kiryu Battles Rival Yakuza and Businessmen

Kiryu fights multiple enemies to protect the empty lot's interests and uncover the truth behind the scam.

achievement
Late 1988

Majima Restores the Glory of Grand

Majima successfully revitalizes the cabaret club Grand, earning respect and gathering crucial intel.

betrayal
Late 1988

Kiryu Confronts Akira Nishikiyama's Betrayal

Kiryu faces the painful reality of Nishikiyama's actions that threaten their friendship and their clan.