The release of the Nintendo Switch 2 was accompanied by re-releases of several beloved games on the console. This includes Yakuza 0 Director's Cut, the definitive version of a beloved prequel that is the perfect entry point for Yakuza fans.
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The new cutscenes added in this Director's Cut may be the topic of much debate among the Yakuza faithful, but they can rest assured that the existing content hasn't been changed too much. This includes Real Estate Royale, where players should use the best staff members to ensure that their properties are working optimally.
8 Mafia Boss
Role: Security
- How to Unlock: Maximize the Friendship meter with Kitajima the Shroomer
Security may not be the most useful job role in Real Estate Royale, but players who don't want their collections to be halted shouldn't skimp out on this front. This is why the Mafia Boss can be so valuable once he's unlocked.
He's the best security personnel in the game, although players must farm the relationship gauge with Kitajima the Shroomer to acquire his services. It's a worthwhile grind, since the Mafia Boss will ensure that no property will face any major collection problems.
7 Leisure King
Role: Manager
- How to Unlock: Defeat the Leisure King
The Leisure King is the first of the Five Billionaires that Kiryu must defeat to move forward with his projects. It eases players into the workings of Real Estate Royale and nets a great bonus once this character is defeated.
The other billionaires are introduced, and the Leisure King decides to join Kiryu and help him become one of the biggest real estate moguls in Kamurocho. His influence as a manager grows steadily and never goes negative until the fifth collection period, which is the case for every manager in the game.
6 Fortune-teller
Role: Advisor
- How to Unlock: Complete the Substory "The Visionary Fortune-teller"
The Fortune-teller is a unique resident of Kamurocho and a treat for long-time fans of the series. Her predictions about Kiryu are accurate, mentioning tidbits of the things he is up to in later Yakuza games.
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After completing her substory, players can hire her as an advisor. She is adept in almost every area aside from the adult entertainment sector, although players will need a solid wad of cash to improve properties using her services.
5 Gambling King
Role: Manager
- How to Unlock: Defeat the Gambling King
The Gambling King is yet another member of the Five Billionaires that players will defeat while going through Real Estate Royale. He's a powerful foe who should be left alone until players have the funds needed to take him on.
Overcoming him is a grueling affair that rewards players with his services in Real Estate Royale. He's one of the best managers in the game who has a rocky start before eventually paying dividends over the course of the next three collection periods.
4 Officer Kikuchi
Role: Security
- How to Unlock: Maximize the Friendship meter with Officer Kikuchi
While exploring Kamurocho, Kiryu will be subject to regular body searches by Kikuchi, an officer trying to make a name for himself. All players need to do is give him something cheap and non-suspicious, and his Friendship gauge will improve.
Doing this multiple times maxes out their friendship, allowing Kiryu to hire Kikuchi in a security role. His start is a bit iffy, but he quickly proves himself to be a reliable property protector who will ensure that the player's collections won't be hampered.
3 Stephen Spining
Role: Manager
- How to Unlock: Complete the Substory "Miracle on Tenkaichi Street"
It goes without saying that this character is an on-the-nose reference to Steven Spielberg. Kiryu is hired to help this director shoot Miracle Johnson's music video without letting the musician be incapacitated.
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It's a premise that's as ridiculous as it sounds, but players will love engaging in this quirky substory that shows the very best of what Yakuza has to offer. The cherry on top of this cake is that Stephen joins Kiryu's company as a manager who can reliably handle properties and improve their returns.
2 Pleasure King
Role: Advisor
- How to Unlock: Defeat the Pleasure King
Once Real Estate Royale opens up, players must defeat the other members of the Five Billionaires and slowly make a name for themselves. This includes the Pleasure King, who can be a tough nut to crack but will eventually cave in.
After beating him and his cronies to a pulp, players get this character's services as an advisor. Given that he is the only advisor adept at improving the revenue of adult entertainment properties (one of the highest earners), it's easy to see why players will give him all the money he needs to ensure that these properties boast optimal performance.
1 Miracle Johnson
Role: Advisor
- How to Unlock: Complete the Substory "Miracle at Maharaja"
After helping knockoff Michael Jackson shoot his bootleg Thriller video, players can encounter Miracle Johnson once again in Maharaja. They'll be challenged to a dance battle that's impossible to win, showing this artist's skills as an elite-level performer.
He lets Kiryu choose his reward before eventually offering his services as an advisor. Fans should jump on this opportunity, since Miracle is the best advisor in the game, although he costs a ton of money, and players should weigh the pros and cons of an investment before going forward with him.
- Released
- June 5, 2025
- ESRB
- Mature 17+ / Intense Violence, Blood, Sexual Content, Strong Language, Use of Alcohol
- Developer(s)
- Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio
- Publisher(s)
- Sega
- Engine
- Dragon Engine
WHERE TO PLAY
- Multiplayer
- Online Co-Op
- Franchise
- Yakuza
- Number of Players
- Single-player / 1-4 players (online)
- Nintendo Switch 2 Release Date
- June 5, 2025
- Genre(s)
- Action, Adventure, RPG, Beat 'Em Up, Open-World
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Nintendo Switch 2, PC
