Yakuza Kiwami 2

Japanese developments are considered a separate topic in the series of games. And, first of all, because they offer not only spectacular scenes, but also plots that introduce the history, past, culture and traditions of this people. In a word, they slightly open the curtain over the world, which for many years was considered distant and mysterious. An example of this is "Yakuza Kiwami 2". It just so happened that the first part slipped past Russian fans, since it was published with a delay in the West. But the second one hooked many and discovered a lot of interesting things.

Storyline

Much has been written about the authenticity of this game, and a real yakuza has also confirmed its credibility. "Yakuza Kiwami 2" for many players became the first acquaintance with the work of Toshihiro Nagoshi, this story immediately immerses completely in the life of the underworld.

The second part is a continuation, the events unfold 12 months after those set out in the first. The main character, the retired yakuza Kazuma Kiryu, tries to protect his adopted daughter Haruka from her past, but this fails. When a longtime friend of Yukio Terad was killed in front of his eyes, the yakuza is again involuntarily drawn into the clan showdown. Trying to stop hostilities, while managing to understand the secrets of the past, to reveal more than one conspiracy. All these missions, or rather, their success, fall on the shoulders of the gamer.

Critics noted that the script was made more ambitious, emphasized the relationship between Kazuma and the lady detective Kaora Sayama through new scenes, added a campaign dedicated to the madman Goro Majima.

Features of the game "Yakuza Kiwami 2"

From the point of view of game design, the game is very simple, it can be described in a few words: looked at the scene - fought - moved on. Domestic players were a little disappointed with such a variety, but here it is worth considering the national flavor of "Yakuza Kiwami 2". Because the Japanese are not too keen on big changes, preferring familiar variations.

For each victory of the hero, points are given, which must be spent on improvement. Strength, health, endurance are available from pumping, you can still buy a couple of techniques. In fact, the success of the fight does not even depend on Kiryu's "body kits", but on the player's ability to dashingly press the keys. So it looks like the Japanese are in favor of finger dexterity and responsiveness.

To pump health, you need a healing elixir. Because, even if the gamer is super dashing to lead the hero, without such a resource it is unrealistic to fight off the crowd of enemies. And there will be plenty of them closer to the final. You can get hold of elixir for money, experience is also useful. Therefore, it is worth wandering around the cities where it is easy to find a part-time job in the form of reprisals against local bandits. By the way, the cities look just amazing, there is something to see both in Kamurocho and in the Osaka invented by the author - Sothenbori.

Fighting in Yakuza Kiwami 2

Experienced players note that you can hit enemies not only with your hands and feet, but also with objects that are easy to pick up from the floor. But this is only the beginning. Closer to the finale, you cannot do without edged weapons, which brings a pleasant variety to the process itself. By the way, cheating finishing moves can be activated on katanas and daggers anywhere, not just near interactive objects.

Earning points is permissible not only by completing tasks and killing enemies, but also by visiting restaurants, but more on that later. In addition to the basic characteristics, it is allowed to receive skills:

• captures;
• joint attacks;
• parry;
• stylish interceptions.

It is allowed to supplement the character with good equipment, body armor and clothing are inserted into the slots.

Now about restaurants and more

The developers made a special bet on mini-games, here they are no less important than the main line. The hero can play golf, darts, baseball, slot machines, gambling, accept or reject an offer to open his own cabaret, or create his own clan. He meets a wide variety of people and intervenes in incredible stories, so you simply won't be able to ignore these quests. They are too interesting in themselves.

For example, Kazuma gets involved in the story of the kidnapping of a local player's child, helps a street musician. And if he saves the girl from the escort, he will get a good partner in attacks. Yes, it is allowed to recruit new heroes in side missions. The line with the club is generally a separate series, where the hero is offered to participate in a national competition, conduct a photo session of models or negotiate advertising, and that's all for the sake of earning money. There are also mini-games when you need to defend towers from enemies.

Summing it up

Perhaps not all the features of the game are familiar to Russians, but many definitely liked the thoughtful and exciting plot. Moreover, the gamer does not just follow the rules of the game, but builds them directly. An excellent picture, charming heroes, exciting mini-games - all this leaves no one indifferent.

Although it cannot be said that "Yakuza Kiwami 2" has no flaws at all. The most obvious one is dialogues outside the cutscenes, the characters practically do not move, only gesticulate. Well, and the voice acting. After all, the guys speak Japanese, there is, of course, an English translation, but it still needs to be read. Although, in general, the impression can be obtained, at least acquaintance with an unknown Japan may become an impetus for a more detailed study of this country.