Playing Yakuza 4 Part 1: Akiyama
Today we're starting our journey through Yakuza 4, a complex and contentious entry in the franchise. It all begins with Shun Akiyama, the infamous loanshark.
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Part 0: The Ten Billion Word Incident
1. Introduction 00:00
2. Remasters, Box Art, and Installs 02:06
Part 1: Shun Akiyama: A New Perspective
1. Story Intro & Menu Memos 05:11
2. The Lifeline of Kamurocho 07:52
3. Akiyama’s Combat & Soul Orbs 15:39
4. Arai Arrives & Character Contrasts 17:39
5. Pacing Out 23:19
6. Kamurocho Expansion & Multiple Perspectives 31:17
7. Kido with a Lead & Chase Battle Changes 34:56
8. Tojo in Turmoil 2010 39:03
9. Akiyama’s Motivation, Gameplay Hesitation, and Lily’s Situation 45:03
10. Minigame Additions & Karaoke Translations 53:21
11. No. 1 Hostess Maker 56:50
12. Akiyama Finale 58:41