Shenmue I & II (2018)

Developer: D3T
Publisher: SEGA
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Adventure, RPG
Rating: 4.4 of 5, 3,223 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 9.3 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A slow-burn, immersive open world that feels like stepping into a meticulous, lived-in 80s Japanese drama, where mundane daily routines and deliberate pacing meet martial arts and mystery.

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What players say

Players praise the unforgettable atmosphere and sense of living in a real place, but they warn that the controls are dated and the pace is very slow, with much time spent waiting for events and walking between clues. Many note it feels like a walking simulator, and the QTE sequences in boss fights are a common frustration.

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