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Sega has released an official press release for Yakuza 2 (PS2) in honor of E3. Once again players will step into Kazuma Kiryu’s shoes to try and prevent a gang war in Tokyo and Osaka. Once again Toshiro Nagoshi and Seishu Hase, the producer and writer behind the first Yakuza, have created a whole new adventure for Yakuza 2. It will be released September 9, 2008.

It seems like Sega has really worked to improve the failings of the original Yakuza in Yakuza 2, and create a more immersive experience. The game will feature only Japanese voice acting, with English subtitles, locations in Tokyo and Osaka to visit (based on real establishments), a better fighting engine, more Heat moves to use in battles and the ability to take down more than one opponent with attacks. There will also be new free time activities for Kazuma, like bowling and putting at the driving range.

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