Yakuza Kiwami 3 Patch 1.11 and 1.12 are now live, bringing a range of gameplay improvements, visual refinements, and stability fixes across multiple platforms. The updates aim to enhance overall performance and presentation ahead of launch on consoles.
Patch 1.11 introduces New Game Plus and addresses graphical issues, while Patch 1.12 further polishes visuals and improves stability. Distribution timing may vary by platform, with Patch 1.12 arriving later for Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox Series X and S versions.
Patch Notes
Patch 1.11
All Platforms
- Added New Game Plus, allowing players to carry progress into a new playthrough
- Improved water surface rendering and resolved lighting issues around the Kubochi River area
- Enhanced overall visuals and presentation of Downtown Ryukyu
- Fixed various localization issues across supported languages
- Implemented multiple bug fixes to improve stability and overall gameplay quality
Steam
- Fixed an issue where color shifting occurred when FSR3 Frame Generation was enabled
Patch 1.12
All Platforms
- Applied visual and expression polish throughout Kamurocho and select mini-games
- Implemented additional fixes to improve overall stability and quality
Yakuza Kiwami 3 and Dark Ties launched globally on February 12, 2026, for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X and S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. Developed by Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio and published by SEGA, the release combines a remake of Yakuza 3 with the standalone story Dark Ties in a two-in-one package.
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