The original Yakuza video game was released for PlayStation 2 in Japan, marking the beginning of the popular series.
Sega announced the development of Yakuza Kiwami, a remake of the original Yakuza game, for PlayStation 4 to celebrate the series' 10th anniversary.
The remake Yakuza Kiwami was released in Japan for the PlayStation 4 with enhanced graphics and additional story content.
Yakuza Kiwami was released in North America and Europe, introducing the game to a wider audience.