Shenmue III will be getting an upgrade to play on newer consoles, with a more complete reveal happening later this week at Gamescom 2025.
Want to play Shenmue III on your PS5, or maybe try it out for the first time on Xbox and Nintendo consoles? You’re in luck! Today, game creator Yu Suzuki announced Shenmue III Enhanced, which will add some modern improvements to the title, while bringing it to all new platforms.
That’s about all for now, as developers ININ have announced the game will get a more complete “unveiling” during Gamescom this week.
Key Enhancements:
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.
Shenmue III Enhanced will be released for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo and PCs. Stay tuned for more information this week!
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