From Digital Foundry: "Shenmue - a game of discovery and adventure. It's a timeless classic and one with a deep and fascinating history - which becomes even more compelling today. As we know, Sega tasked UK developer d3t with remastering Shenmue and its sequel for the current generation consoles and PC. What we received was a good game that brought classic Shenmue to today's machines, albeit with visuals based almost exclusively on the original AM2 assets. But what we now know is that prior to completing this work, plans were afoot for something considerably more ambitious - a comprehensive remake with completely revamped artwork more in step with the capabilities of the host platforms. We've seen it and today, you will too."
Daily Video Game writes: "Today, Xbox Store has just kicked off four new digital game sales that offers huge savings on various Japanese and retro couch co-op games, as well as games from popular publishers for Xbox Series X/S and Xbox One gamers!"
GR: "In the 15 or so years between Shenmue installments, the fanbase has gained a reputation that they are obnoxious. While that might be true, their fanaticism and love for the series comes from a very real place. Having revisited Shenmue 1 and 2 HD recently, its innovation and historical importance still shines through."
They have a recap video you can play if you don’t have the time to play the first 2. However playing the first two is ideal.
If you’re looking to ‘spring’ some life back into your Steam game library, be sure to check out the sale that’s just got underway at leading digital retailer, Fanatical. Launched (March 11th), the Fanatical Spring Sale features major discounts on top AAA and indie Steam games, exclusive bundles, and flash offers (Star Deals).
So beautiful, such a shame
It makes sense though, I mean sales for this collection showed how niche this seres is. There's a strong vocal community but unfortunately sales suggest little interest, which is a shame because I think this series really could be realized in today's game design. It really is a case of a game being way ahead of its time back in the day.
Oh well it wouldn't had made the games any less boring and tedious
Holy crap Sega !! what have you done :O just when things were finally simmering down after 17 years. This news should never have released. Sega should stuck it a crate and hidden it in Area 51 next to the Ark of the Covenant.
I dont believe in curses & all that stuff but this game is cursed. FACT!!!