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Ys Net

Ys Net

YS NET is an independent development studio founded by innovative game creator Yu Suzuki. They are known for creating the Shenmue series.

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Shenmue 4 seemingly teased by writer, again

Shenmue 4 seemingly teased by writer, again

Shenmue 3 did not really take the world by storm but Ys Net seem to be working on Shenmue 4 already. Teaser for the fourth instalment have been flying for a while now, with the latest coming from the writer Cedric Biscay on 3 February 2020.

FEBRUARY 4

Shenmue 3 launches Battle Rally DLC

Shenmue 3 launches Battle Rally DLC

Shenmue 3 is trucking on with the updates and the latest one, patch 1.04, brought along some fixes, gameplay adjustments and the Battle Rally DLC that will offer a new activity for Ryo Hazuku. Furthermore, backer passwords for exclusive content have been activated.

JANUARY 21

Shenmue remasters outsold Shenmue 3 in Japan launch week

Shenmue remasters outsold Shenmue 3 in Japan launch week

Shenmue 3 has had a lot of controversy leading up to its release but the low sales numbers may have nothing to do with it. However, it is quite odd that the game couldn't outsell even the remasters of the first two games with a poor opening.

NOVEMBER 28

Shenmue III might not issue some refunds or offer Steam keys at all

Shenmue III might not issue some refunds or offer Steam keys at all

Ys Net released an updated blog post on Shenmue III Kickstarter page earlier, stating that they can't promise Steam codes to the backers and those who switched to the PlayStation 4 version will not be eligible for a refund.

SEPTEMBER 23

Shenmue 3 fans may not get a Steam version after all

Shenmue 3 fans may not get a Steam version after all

It has been a while since Shenmue 3 made headlines with its switch to the Epic Games Store, and while Epic ended up picking up the tab for those who requested refunds, those waiting for a Steam version might not be getting it at all.

SEPTEMBER 20

Shenmue 3 backers denied exclusive content

Shenmue 3 backers denied exclusive content

Ys Net and Deep Silver are in midst of controversy once more with the long-awaited and thrice-delayed game Shenmue 3, and fans who backed them on Kickstarter are not at all happy over being denied the content from the Deluxe Edition.

JULY 11

Shenmue III PC system requirements revealed

Shenmue III PC system requirements revealed

Shenmue III developer Ys Net have finally shared the official minimum and recommended system requirements for their upcoming game. The recommended specs are surprisingly demanding and the game will require a staggering 100 GB of space.

Semir OmerovicJULY 4

Epic Games covered Shenmue 3 refunds

Epic Games covered Shenmue 3 refunds

It's been some time since the whole Shenmue 3 blew up in Epic's face and although their CEO Tim Sweeney offered to cover the Steam keys, Steam was a no-go and he covered the refunds instead, insisting they'll be quicker to react next time.

JULY 3

Shenmue 3 backers will be getting refunds

Shenmue 3 backers will be getting refunds

It seems that the drama surrounding Shenmue 3's long-awaited launch is finally coming to an end, although the solution for PC users who don't want an Epic Games Store (EGS) copy is either to wait for the Steam launch or opt for the refund.

JULY 2

Epic would pay Steam expenses for Shenmue 3

Epic would pay Steam expenses for Shenmue 3

CEO of Epic Games Tim Sweeney is one of few CEOs that doesn't hide behind PR walls and in his latest Twitter exchange he said Epic would gladly pay the Steam key premium so Shenmue 3's backers get what they want, if Valve allowed it.

JUNE 26

Shenmue 3 dev addresses Epic switch

Shenmue 3 dev addresses Epic switch

Ys Net, the developer of action adventure Shenmue 3, have been facing some criticism over the game's switch to the Epic Games Store, which left some of their Kickstarter backers fuming. In their latest post, they said they'll look into it.

JUNE 17

Shenmue 3 refunds denied after Epic switch

Shenmue 3 refunds denied after Epic switch

Deep Silver are at it again, with yet another Steam-Epic Games Store switcheroo. Shenmue 3's Kickstarter campaign planned for Steam and PlayStation 4, but the switch made many demand refunds, only to be told refunds are not an option.

JUNE 11

Shenmue 3 is Epic Games Store exclusive on PC

Shenmue 3 is Epic Games Store exclusive on PC

Shenmue 3, the long-awaited action adventure from Neilo and Ys Net will be an Epic Games Store exclusive on PC it's been officially confirmed by Ys Net. The decision has been made after much discussion with the publisher Deep Silver.

Semir OmerovicJUNE 10

Shenmue 3 crowdfunding closes at 7 milion

Shenmue 3 crowdfunding closes at 7 milion

The developer Ys Net have officially closed the Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign for Shenmue 3 which has reached more than 7 million from 80k backers. The news was shared along with the release date and system requirements for PC.

Semir OmerovicNOVEMBER 23