Games Like Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties

Fight for the truth and uncover the twisted crime running deep beneath the surface of Tokyo. In this legal thriller , the balance between justice and mercy teeters on the edge.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 29.4%, Crime 19.5%, Martial Arts 13.7% ★, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Drama 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: Developed by the same team, this game offers a similar urban detective narrative paired with refined, high-speed brawler combat.

When a police officer discloses the murder of the student teacher who bullied his son to suicide, the twisted secrets of a Yokohama, high school bleed out. Nothing, in this case, is black and white.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 29%, Crime 19.2%, Martial Arts 14.2% ★, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Drama 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: This sequel expands on the detective mechanics and combat depth of the original, feeling like a modern evolution of the Yakuza action formula.

Face off against the most powerful yakuza in the Kansai region of Japan in an explosive conflict between rival clans, loaded with brutal brawling action, immersive exploration, and unforgettable experiences.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 18.6%, Crime 11.2%, RPG 9.7%, Martial Arts 9.6% ★, Action 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: Utilizing the Dragon Engine, this remake offers some of the most fluid and satisfying combat in the entire franchise.

The Definitive Edition of the critically acclaimed, award winning open-world action adventure, reworked, rebuilt and re-mastered for the new generation. With all previously available DLC included and a wealth of tech and visual improvements, Hong Kong has never felt so alive.

Why similar: Martial Arts 31% ★, Crime 25.1%, Open World 22.5%, Action 9.3%, Story Rich 5%

Why You'll Like It: It perfectly captures the gritty crime-drama atmosphere and martial arts combat within a dense, open-world city.

Step into Japan's criminal underworld in this explosive action brawler starring legendary yakuza, Kazuma Kiryu, who is hellbent on unraveling the truth around his daughter's tragic accident.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 23.9%, Crime 14.3%, Open World 10%, Action 8.5%, RPG 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: This title focuses on a deeply personal, emotional narrative for Kazuma Kiryu that mirrors the themes found in the Kiwami 3 remake.

Unwind a 10 billion yen conspiracy in Tokyo's red-light district, fueled by your fists and unyielding resolve that will make you a legend.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 18.9%, Crime 11.4%, RPG 10%, Martial Arts 8.6% ★, Action 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A faithful remake of the original game that establishes the foundational relationship between Kiryu and his rivals.

ERASE YOUR PAST TO PROTECT YOUR FUTURE Once a legendary yakuza, Kazuma Kiryu faked his own death and abandoned his name for the sake of protecting his family. Now, he is thrust into conflict by a mysterious figure attempting to drive him out of hiding.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 29.4%, Martial Arts 17% ★, Action RPG 9.8%, Action 9.5%, Action-Adventure 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A focused, action-heavy experience that bridges the gap between the classic brawler style and the modern series direction.

When a dark secret brings a loan shark, a death-row inmate, a corrupt cop and the legendary yakuza Kazuma Kiryu together the resulting war in Kamurocho might level the district to the ground.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 25.6%, Crime 12.6%, Action 9.3%, Open World 9.3%, Action RPG 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: The multi-protagonist structure provides a broader look at the criminal underworld of Kamurocho.

Kazuma Kiryu has earned his retirement on the sandy beaches of Okinawa. But when a deadly power struggle arrives on his doorstep, he’ll have to walk the streets of Kamurocho to escape his past for good. Complete The Dragon of Dojima’s journey.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 24.7%, Crime 13.3%, Open World 9.3%, Action 8.1%, RPG 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: Playing the original version of the story provides essential context for the events and character motivations in Kiwami 3.

Get ready for a Yakuza experience of unprecedented scale! Follow five characters across five Japanese cities, each trying to achieve their dream. The connections between them bring them together, but the conflict that unfolds is nothing any of them could have predicted.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 24.7%, Crime 15.5%, Open World 9.5%, Action 8.4%, Action RPG 7%

Why You'll Like It: This entry is massive in scope, offering diverse gameplay styles across multiple Japanese cities.

Don the clothes and weaponry of the elite to become the samurai of legend, Sakamoto Ryoma. Draw your blade and join the revolution in this heated historical adventure.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 31.5%, Action 11.5%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Adventure 8.2%, Violent 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: This historical spin-off translates the classic Yakuza combat and drama into a compelling samurai setting.

An inadvertent brush with the mob thrusts cabdriver Tommy Angelo into the world of organized crime. Initially uneasy about falling in with the Salieri family, the rewards become too big to ignore.

Why similar: Crime 39.8%, Open World 21.3%, Action 10.8%, Story Rich 9.7%, Violent 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: This game delivers a cinematic, story-rich crime drama that emphasizes narrative weight and period-accurate urban environments.

Sifu is a realistic third-person brawler with tight Kung Fu combat mechanics and cinematic martial arts action embarking you on a path for revenge.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 36.7%, Martial Arts 33.5% ★, Crime 14.5%, Action 9.2%, Action-Adventure 2.6%

Why You'll Like It: If you enjoy the combat of Yakuza, this game offers a masterclass in martial arts mechanics and difficult, rewarding progression.

Seiji Maruyama is a middle-aged yakuza recently released from prison. Known as "Gozuki" (one of the demon generals from Buddhist mythology) he is the power that his oyabun counts on. But there is one thing his aniki is not taking into account: Maruyama is getting old.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.1%, Martial Arts 22.6% ★, Crime 12.4%, RPG 8.8%, Open World 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A unique side-scrolling beat-'em-up that captures the melancholic, criminal-underworld aesthetic of the Yakuza series.

A storm is coming. Venture into the complete Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR’S CUT on PC; forge your own path through this open-world action adventure and uncover its hidden wonders. Brought to you by Sucker Punch Productions, Nixxes Software and PlayStation Studios.

Why similar: Open World 25.5%, Action 12.4%, Action RPG 11.2%, Action-Adventure 10.3%, Story Rich 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: It combines a deeply emotional story with open-world exploration and fluid, skill-based melee combat.

Set in futuristic Tokyo, take control of the robotic community before they control everything!

Why similar: Action 58.6%, Story Rich 21.9%, Adventure 9%, Singleplayer 4.3%, RPG 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: Another action-heavy title from the Yakuza developers that features a surprisingly strong narrative and squad-based combat.

A highschool gang leader Ringo Ishikawa trying to live through his last autumn before graduation. With his best friends.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 27.9%, Martial Arts 14.4% ★, RPG 10.2%, Open World 9%, Action RPG 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: This life-sim beat-'em-up captures the delinquent culture and atmosphere of Japanese school-life crime dramas.

SEGA®’s most requested re-release of all time finally comes to a new generation. Shenmue delivers an epic story of revenge within a unique open world that is still unrivalled in depth and detail. Return to the epic saga that defined modern gaming. The saga begins…again.

Why similar: Martial Arts 31.7% ★, Open World 16.9%, RPG 11.7%, Adventure 9.2%, Beat 'em up 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: The spiritual ancestor to the Yakuza series, emphasizing slow-burn narrative and immersive world-building.

Batman™: Arkham Knight brings the award-winning Arkham trilogy from Rocksteady Studios to its epic conclusion. Developed exclusively for New-Gen platforms, Batman: Arkham Knight introduces Rocksteady's uniquely designed version of the Batmobile.

Why similar: Open World 29.6%, Beat 'em up 23.6%, Action 17.6%, Adventure 9.8%, Story Rich 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: The free-flow combat system serves as a Western counterpart to the brawler mechanics found in the Yakuza series.

Grab a backpack, boxing tape, and focus on what high school is all about: Beating the ever loving crap out of one another! Troublemaker blends favorite action-adventure-beat-'em-up elements from the strongest traditions in the genre.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 31.7%, Martial Arts 23.9% ★, Action RPG 11.8%, Action-Adventure 8.7%, Adventure 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A high-school themed beat-'em-up that focuses on martial arts combat and social dynamics.

Two larger-than-life heroes, Ichiban Kasuga and Kazuma Kiryu are brought together by the hand of fate, or perhaps something more sinister… Live it up in Japan and explore all that Hawaii has to offer in an RPG adventure so big it spans the Pacific.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 16.8%, Martial Arts 13.3% ★, Action 9.5%, Action RPG 9.5%, JRPG 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: While it shifts to turn-based combat, it remains the pinnacle of the series' storytelling and character development.

No longer a New York City cop, Max Payne moves to São Paulo to protect a wealthy family in an effort to finally escape his troubled past. This complete edition of Max Payne 3 includes the complete original game and all previously released downloadable content.

Why similar: Action 36.3%, Story Rich 16.7%, Violent 13.2%, Drama 7.7%, Open World 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: A gritty, cinematic crime story that focuses on a protagonist fighting against the odds in a hostile environment.

Amongst the best beat’em up series ever created, jammin’ ‘90s beats and over the top street fighting, the iconic series Streets of Rage comes back with a masterful tribute to and revitalization of the classic action fans adore.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 79.1%, Action 17.6%, Adventure 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game celebrates the roots of the beat-'em-up genre with modern polish and satisfying combo-based combat.

Experience entertainment blockbusters Grand Theft Auto V and Grand Theft Auto Online — now upgraded for a new generation with stunning visuals, faster loading, 3D audio, and more, plus exclusive content for GTA Online players.

Why similar: Crime 40.2%, Open World 30.5%, Action 13.6%, Adventure 7.4%, Funny 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for crime-focused open-world games, offering a massive sandbox for criminal activities.

Supernatural creatures are stalking the pop culture mecca of Akihabara—and they've turned you into one of them. Arm yourself with an otaku-themed weapon and expose their skin to sunlight in this HD update of the first game in the AKIBA'S TRIP series.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 43%, RPG 24.2%, Action 17.3%, JRPG 10%, Story Rich 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a quirky, localized Japanese urban experience with a focus on brawler-style combat.

Battle hordes of yokai in this masocore Action RPG. Create your protagonist and embark on an adventure through a myriad of locales across Japan during the Sengoku period. Utilize the new Yokai Shift ability to defeat even the most ferocious yokai and be prepared to brave through Dark Realms created by your enemies.

Why similar: RPG 34.5%, Action 21.5%, Violent 12%, JRPG 12%, Story Rich 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: While more challenging, the deep combat system and historical Japanese setting will appeal to fans of Yakuza's action-RPG elements.

There's trouble once again in River City, and this time only the girls can save the day! Using a variety of attacks, weapons, and items, these hot-blooded heroines are ready to teach the city’s lowlifes a lesson - either solo or in 2-player co-op! It’s an old-school rumble for a new generation!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 75.9%, Action 15.3%, RPG 3.1%, Funny 3.1%, Adventure 2%

Why You'll Like It: A vibrant, RPG-infused beat-'em-up that emphasizes character progression and satisfying combat encounters.

Arthur Morgan and the Van der Linde Gang are outlaws on the run. With federal agents and bounty hunters massing on their heels, the gang must rob, steal, and fight their way across the rugged heartland in order to survive.

Why similar: Open World 41.2%, Story Rich 16.1%, Action 14.2%, Adventure 13.9%, Realistic 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A masterpiece of narrative-driven open-world design that focuses on the decline of a criminal brotherhood.

Discover the decadence and danger of 1980's Japan as you fight like hell through its neon-lit entertainment districts in the definitive edition of the action-adventure crime drama that created yakuza legends.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 19.3%, Crime 11.6%, RPG 9.7%, Martial Arts 8.3% ★, Action 6.9%

Build a resistance as you fight to take back a near-future London facing its downfall. Welcome to the Resistance.

Why similar: Open World 25.6%, RPG 21.7%, Action-Adventure 17.4%, Action 14.5%, Adventure 12.5%

Why You'll Like It: An urban open-world game that allows for creative combat and exploration within a modern, crime-ridden city.

Embark on an over-the-top, modern-day pirate adventure with an ex-yakuza, now pirate captain & his crew. Engage in exhilarating combat on land and sea in the hunt for lost memories and treasure.

Why similar: RPG 18.3%, Action RPG 17.7%, Action-Adventure 12.6%, Action 12.2%, Drama 11.6%

In the third game in the dark samurai action RPG series Nioh, you will need to use both Samurai and Ninja combat styles in your battles against formidable yokai as you explore a thrilling open field.

Why similar: Action RPG 24.7%, Open World 22.7%, RPG 21.3%, Action 14.3%, Story Rich 6.1%

Become Ichiban Kasuga, a low-ranking yakuza grunt left on the brink of death by the man he trusted most. Take up your legendary bat and get ready to crack some underworld skulls in dynamic RPG combat set against the backdrop of modern-day Japan.

Why similar: RPG 22.8%, Crime 15.8%, Action 10.9%, Open World 10.8%, Adventure 10.4%

Path of Kung Fu is a Wuxia RPG that blends classic martial arts storytelling with open-world freedom. Master kung fu, navigate the Jianghu's bloody conflicts, and rise from a novice to a legendary hero. Subscribe to top-rated Workshop MODs to elevate your experience to the next level!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 22.4%, Martial Arts 21.9% ★, Open World 9.9%, RPG 9.1%, Action RPG 8.8%

Become immersed in exhilarating battles as a nameless hero in the Three Kingdoms

Why similar: Martial Arts 41.5% ★, Action RPG 19.4%, RPG 17.1%, Dating Sim 9.5%, Action 6.7%

The Unknown Journey Continues... After escaping the city of Midgar, Cloud and his friends set out on a journey across the planet. New adventures await in a vibrant, expansive world in this standalone entry of the FFVII remake trilogy.

Why similar: RPG 17.1%, Open World 15.8%, Action RPG 14.7%, Action-Adventure 10.7%, Action 9.7%

Shenmue III sees the eagerly anticipated continuation of the epic story-driven saga. Take control of Ryo Hazuki, a teenage martial artist, determined to unravel the mystery behind his father's murder and to exact revenge on the killer.

Why similar: Martial Arts 34.9% ★, Action 18.6%, Open World 16.7%, Adventure 16.7%, Story Rich 6.1%

3 high speed ninja action titles are now available in one package!

Why similar: Violent 37.8%, Action 30.8%, Adventure 19.4%, Dark 4.6%, Story Rich 4.1%

CRISIS CORE -FINAL FANTASY VII- REUNION is a remaster of CRISIS CORE featuring updated graphics, combat systems and soundtrack. Follow the tale of SOLDIER operative Zack Fair, as he discovers the secrets of Shinra's dark experiments.

Why similar: RPG 19%, Action RPG 18.4%, Action-Adventure 15%, Action 12.6%, JRPG 10.9%

Teenagers, Dreams, and Drugs. Unveil the secrets of South Jayakarta city, set two years after the ending of the original Troublemaker. The journey of the “Parakacuk” gang continues alongside the “Beyond Dream” band in South Jayakarta city in this fun open-world action-comedy beat-'em-up game.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 24.4%, Martial Arts 18.2% ★, Crime 17.1%, Action RPG 9.4%, Action-Adventure 7.9%

Gujian 3 is a mass 3D single-person RPG developed by Aurogon Info & Tech (Shanghai), a subsidiary of Wangyuan Shengtang. As the latest hit of the Gujian series, it boasts more free and smooth combat experience with its full real-time combat system. This generation expands the world of Gujian based on previous works.

Why similar: Martial Arts 29.8% ★, RPG 25.2%, Action RPG 13.6%, Open World 12.7%, Story Rich 7%

3 high speed ninja action titles are now available in one package!

Why similar: Violent 42.5%, Action 31%, Adventure 23.7%, Singleplayer 2.8%

The story of apprentice detective and Devil Summoner extraordinaire Raidou Kuzunoha XIV returns in this remastered classic! Call upon your demons to solve supernatural mysteries and dispose of enemies.

Why similar: Action RPG 22.9%, Action-Adventure 20.8%, Action 15.3%, JRPG 13.4%, Adventure 11.7%

As Wei Shen, an undercover cop trying to take down the Triads, you'll have to fight your way up the organization without blowing your cover.

Why similar: Martial Arts 29.6% ★, Open World 23.2%, Crime 21.4%, Action 10.8%, Adventure 4.9%

Travis Touchdown is back, baby! The otaku assassin takes up his trusty beam katana once more to slash his way to the top of the Galactic Superhero Rankings and save the world in the latest entry in the No More Heroes series.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 54.1%, Action 20%, Violent 10.3%, Funny 7.8%, Combat 6.6%

Uncover the origins of organized crime in Mafia: The Old Country, a gritty mob story set in the brutal underworld of 1900s Sicily. Fight to survive as Enzo Favara and prove your worth to the Family in this immersive third-person action-adventure.

Why similar: Crime 32.3%, Drama 12.4%, Action-Adventure 10%, Story Rich 10%, Action 9.6%

ECHOES of YI: SAMSARA is a dark martial arts action game infused with traditional Chinese culture. Players embody the Sword Saint's first disciple, battling fierce enemies and unraveling the mystery beneath the Jianmu Tree. Will you face the challenges or go with the flow? The choice is yours.

Why similar: Martial Arts 28% ★, RPG 13.1%, Drama 13.1%, Action-Adventure 13%, Action RPG 8.3%

An epic dark fantasy where fates are decided by mighty Eikons and the Dominants who wield them. This is the tale of Clive Rosfield, a tragic warrior who swears revenge on the Dark Eikon Ifrit, a mysterious entity that leaves naught but calamity in its wake.

Why similar: Action RPG 24.5%, RPG 16.4%, Drama 12.7%, JRPG 12.1%, Action 11.8%

At the end of the Eastern Han Dynasty, the heroes were fighting for hegemony, and the flames were everywhere. In the game, players played the role of Zhao Yun, a well-known general of the Three Kingdoms, and interpreted the story of his youth.

Why similar: Martial Arts 28% ★, Action RPG 15.2%, Drama 12.6%, RPG 11.2%, Open World 9.3%

The third entry in the Monster Hunter Stories RPG series is here! Twin Rathalos, born in a twist of fate. Monster Hunter Stories is an RPG series set in the Monster Hunter world, where you can become a Rider, raising and bonding with your favorite monsters.

Why similar: RPG 51.9%, JRPG 22.1%, Adventure 12.2%, Open World 8%, Story Rich 4.2%

KINGDOM HEARTS III + Re Mind (DLC) brings one chapter of the series to a close. Travel to exciting new Disney and Pixar worlds, and prepare for the final showdown.

Why similar: RPG 22.9%, Action 16.4%, Action RPG 16.2%, Adventure 13.3%, Action-Adventure 10.9%

After Lincoln Clay's surrogate family, the black mob, is betrayed and killed by the Italian Mafia, Lincoln builds a new family and blazes a path of revenge through the Mafioso responsible.

Why similar: Crime 44.3%, Open World 21%, Action 10%, Violent 8.9%, Story Rich 7.2%

Embark on an epic journey across war-torn 19th-century Japan in this open-world action RPG from Team NINJA, the veteran studio behind "Nioh" and "NINJA GAIDEN."

Why similar: Open World 24.9%, Action RPG 24.4%, RPG 22.5%, Action 11.3%, Adventure 8.3%

Kunio, the beloved hot-blooded renegade, is back to wreak havoc in the world of the Three Kingdoms! The characters take on the roles of famous generals for a game packed with wild action.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 66.6%, Action 16.1%, Combat 8.7%, Funny 7.8%, Singleplayer 0.9%

“Your wish shall perish...” A Holy Grail War begins in Edo Japan. A brand new Fate action RPG presented by TYPE-MOON and KOEI TECMO GAMES.

Why similar: Action RPG 22.3%, RPG 20.9%, JRPG 15.1%, Drama 14.5%, Action 12.4%

Dive into the Dark Hour and awaken the depths of your heart. Persona 3 Reload is a captivating reimagining of the genre-defining RPG, reborn for the modern era with cutting-edge graphics and gameplay.

Why similar: RPG 27.7%, JRPG 22%, Dating Sim 14.2%, Story Rich 12.8%, Adventure 12.3%

Honour, sacrifice, betrayal… Your choices make you who you are. How will history remember you? Choose your friends and enemies carefully in a game where every decision has far-reaching consequences, and where finishing the game is just the beginning of your journey…

Why similar: Open World 22.2%, Action RPG 21.5%, RPG 18.5%, Action 12.6%, JRPG 12.3%