As of now, there is no official confirmation from Sega or Ryu Gaoking (RGG) Studios that Yakuza Kiwami 3 is in development or on the way. However, rumors and speculation have recently surged online after fans spotted what appears to be a leaked reference to Yakuza Kiwami 3 on what may be an internal or test version of the RGG Studio website. The alleged leak involved a brief mention or placeholder on a redirected or archived page of the RGG website, potentially showing a "Kiwami 3" entry with a stylized logo resembling the Yakuza series. This discovery sparked excitement among fans, who have long been calling for a remake or re-release of Yakuza 3—the third mainline entry in the series, originally released in 2010 for the PlayStation 3. It’s important to note that: The leak has not been verified as genuine by RGG or Sega. The website in question might be outdated, a test page, or part of a larger promotional or archival site. Past rumors about Kiwami 3 have circulated without follow-through, so caution is advised. That said, the Yakuza series has seen strong remasters and re-releases in recent years (e.g., Kiwami 1, Kiwami 2, and Yakuza 6: The Song of Life), and a remake of Yakuza 3 would align with the franchise’s ongoing modernization efforts. For now, fans are eagerly awaiting any official word from Sega or RGG. Until then, the leak remains an intriguing piece of fan speculation rather than confirmed news. Stay tuned via official Sega and RGG channels for any updates.

It looks like Yakuza Kiwami 3 might be on the verge of official confirmation — and the internet is buzzing.

The latest stir comes from a brief but telling leak on the official Ryu Ga Gotoku (RGG) Studio website, where users spotted a mention of Yakuza Kiwami 3. Though the reference has since been scrubbed, screenshots circulating across X (formerly Twitter) and Reddit — particularly in communities like r/yakuzagames — have reignited fan speculation. The post, which briefly listed a "Kiwami 3" entry under the remake series, has vanished, but not before fueling a wave of excitement.

This isn't the first hint. In April 2024, Like a Dragon series director Masayoshi Yokoyama gave a cryptic yet encouraging statement during a media roundtable:

"I’ll just say that I think I’ll do Kiwami 3 at some point. I’m sure I’ll do it someday."

At the time, fans took it as a soft confirmation — a promise not of immediate release, but of future intention. Now, with the leak so close to RGG Summit 2024, scheduled for September 24, and an RGG Direct immediately following, many are convinced this might finally be the moment.

Why the Hype Makes Sense:

• The Kiwami Series Pattern: RGG has remade Yakuza 1 (2016) and Yakuza 2 (2017), then followed up with Yakuza 3’s full 2023 remake — but wait, that’s not quite right. Actually, Yakuza 3 hasn’t been remade yet, despite being a fan-favorite. The original Yakuza 3 launched in 2009 on PS3, and its lack of a full remake has long been a point of discussion.

• Logical Next Step: Given that RGG has already remade the first two entries in the series (Kiwami 1 and Kiwami 2), and Yakuza 3 remains the only original mainline game missing from the Kiwami lineup, it's a natural progression — and likely a long-anticipated one.

• RGG Summit 2024 on the Horizon: The timing is too perfect to ignore. With the event just a week away, and RGG confirmed to be unveiling new projects, Yakuza Kiwami 3 fits the mold of a major announcement.

What We Know So Far:

• No official confirmation yet — but the evidence is mounting.
• The likely source: a remake of Yakuza 3 (2009), which featured iconic moments like Kiryu’s return to the yakuza world, the tragic arc of his childhood friend, and a deeper dive into the spiritual and political tensions within the Tojo Clan.
• RGG has also announced several new projects:
  • Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii (Feb 2024) – a new spin-off with a more action-comedy tone.
  • Stranger Than Heaven – a rumored new narrative-driven project, still shrouded in mystery.

What Fans Are Saying:

"The leak on the RGG site was real — and it’s gone. It’s not a coincidence."

"Yokoyama said he will do it. Now it’s not a ‘maybe’ — it’s a ‘when.’"

"The timing is too perfect. RGG Summit, then a direct… and now this? We’re getting Kiwami 3."

Final Thoughts:

While RGG hasn’t officially confirmed Yakuza Kiwami 3, the convergence of a leaked website reference, director hints, and a major event on the calendar strongly suggests that an official reveal may happen on September 24.

Whether it’s a full trailer, a gameplay demo, or just a confirmation, fans are ready. The wait for the final piece of the Kiwami puzzle may finally be over.

👉 Keep an eye on RGG Summit 2024 — and don’t miss the RGG Direct. If Yakuza Kiwami 3 is real, it’s almost certainly coming.

Update: If you're still waiting to see the leaked RGG page, check archived versions via the Wayback Machine or fan-saved screenshots on Reddit. They’re circulating fast — and they might be the only proof we have… for now.

🔥 Kiwami 3, here we come?