Shenmue 3 Enhanced Edition announced (Consoles and PC)

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A new version of Shenmue 3 is coming to every platform including, for the first time, Xbox and Switch.

No release date yet.

Features list

Enhanced Graphics & Performance – Sharper textures, richer details, faster load times, and smoother gameplay.

4K Texture Uplift – Refined, more detailed environments and characters

DLSS/FSR Support – High-quality upscaling without sacrificing performance (supported platforms only).

Increased NPC Density – The city village Niaowu feels more alive with more characters populating the streets.

Classic Camera Mode – An optional camera perspective inspired by Shenmue I & II, alongside the modern view.

Gameplay Tweaks – Optional stamina system adjustments, health restoration before fights, and reduced money barriers for smoother progression.

Improved Interactions – Cutscene and conversation skip options, expanded QTE timing window for more accessible gameplay.

Menu & UX Enhancements – Streamlined navigation and helpful purchase alerts.

Optionality First – All major changes can be toggled to preserve the original experience for purists.

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I backed this on Kickstarter, but I’ve only played a little bit of it due to other, better games. Not sure if my PC will be able to run the update, so I might grab the Xbox version if the price is right.

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10 years ago.

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I watched several video reviews of 3 and it honestly looked rather bad.

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Yeah. And story goes nowhere.

I’m tempted anyway, to see what all the fuss is about.

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I made this just a few days ago. I guess I just had Shenmue on the mind :laughing:

https://x.com/AddictiveAI/status/1955746844685811820

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I did as well and my PS4 version is still in its shrink wrap :squinting_face_with_tongue:

I think I’ll go for the SM 1+2 collection and this one all digitally… BUT If I were to replay through one and two again before playing three… That’s 60 hours at least.

Old me would wait for these games to go on sale and scoop them up. New me knows that I wouldn’t have the time to replay them.

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