Shenmue 3 In UK Gaming Magazines
Fri Jul 24, 2015 6:23 pm - 0 comments - Sonoshee
Shenmue 3 articles have appeared in various UK gaming publications this month, including Games TM, Play UK, Retro Gamer and the Official PlayStation magazine.
Dojo members James Brown and Technophilz have posted high resolution scans of each article on the community forums.
You can view them by clicking here.
Links: Scans/Forum Discussion | News Archive
Spanish Translation for Shenmue II
Fri Jul 24, 2015 6:11 am - 3 comments - Sonoshee
A Spanish translation for Shenmue II; a project that has been in the works for 3 years by Tio Victor, finally releases for Dreamcast and Xbox.
You can view the English translation of the original project page, which includes more details and requirements, here.
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Una traducción en Español de Shenmue II ; un proyecto que ha estado en las obras durante 3 años por el Tío Víctor, finalmente libera para Dreamcast y Xbox .
Puede consultar la página del proyecto original, que incluye más detalles y requisitos , aquí.
Links: Original Article In Spanish | News Archive
Radio Monaco Interview: Cedric Biscay
Wed Jul 22, 2015 3:51 pm - 1 comment - Sonoshee
Radio Monaco has interviewed Shibuya Productions president and Shenmue 3 producer, Cedric Biscay.
The interview is entirely in French, but there is a rough English translation available on the Dojo forums, courtesy of community member NeoShredder.
Links & Hashtags: #Shenmue3
Original Article In French | Forum Discussion | News Archive
Sega Adds Shenmue Theme Ringtone To iTunes
Wed Jul 22, 2015 3:32 pm - 10 comments - Sonoshee
Sega has added a 28-second ringtone of Shenmue's main theme to iTunes, at a cost of ¥250 JPY. Prices for other countries will vary.
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This is the first time Sega has publicly acknowledged Shenmue for many years.
You can discuss it with other Shenmue community members on the Dojo forums by clicking here.
Links: Twitter Entry | Forum Discussion | News Archive
KS Update #43 - Thank you from Yu Suzuki
Wed Jul 22, 2015 7:00 am - 1 comment - BlueMue
Today Yu Suzuki took his time for one final update on the Kickstarter page in wich he thanks all the fans for their work on Shenmue images and videos and their great support on the Shenmue III Kickstarter campaign.
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On July 17th, the Kickstarter campaign for Shenmue III drew to a finish. Because of you, the backers and the fans, Shenmue III set the Guinness record for the fastest game to reach $1 million, past the funding goal of $2 million in just 8 and a half hours, set the record for video games on Kickstarter, and became the 6th most funded project on Kickstarter, collecting $6.33 million.
All of this was accomplished by your efforts. Through the illustrations you drew, the videos you produced, and all that you did throughout the campaign, I could not help but feel the deep love you have for Shenmue.
Even after 14 years have gone by, to see this outpouring of support is something one as a creator can only dream of. There can be no better feeling than what you have given me, and for that I will be eternally grateful.
We have just started getting into development, and as we move ahead, I will listen to all of you to make Shenmue III even better.
I thank you again all for your support, and wholeheartedly look forward to the rest of our journey together.
Yu Suzuki
Links & Hashtags: #TheFinalBlow #SaveShenmue
Kickstarter Update | Forum Discussion | Shenmue 3 Kickstarter | News Archive
'Shenmue Gaiden' Visual Novel Annouced For 2016
Tue Jul 21, 2015 10:53 pm - 1 comment - Sonoshee
'Shenmue Gaiden' - the second installment in ShenSun & Esppiral's fan made Visual Novel series - has been announced.
'Shenmue Gaiden' will be a spin off story, taking place just before Ryo reaches Shenhua's house in Guilin. A second plot, based in Hong Kong, will also be included.
Characters confirmed to make an appearance are: Ryo, Shenhua, Lan Di, Xiuying and Ren... as well as 'a mysterious woman in red'.
'Shenmue Gaiden' will be in full HD, optimized to support widescreen and will run at a minimum of 1080x720.
Music will be sourced from the Shenmue Online & Shenmue 2 BGM, along with fan made tracks.
For more details, including images, required specs and how to become a part of the project, please visit the Shenmue Gaiden announcement topic.
Links:
Shenmue Gaiden | News Archive
Blitworks: 'Keep Asking Sega If You Want A Shenmue Port'
Tue Jul 21, 2015 9:53 pm - 2 comments - Sonoshee
BlitWorks, who ported many recent Sega games, encourages fans to keep asking @SEGA & @SEGA_OFFICIAL for #ShenmueHD.
"We would like to tell SEGA games fans that they don’t cease to ask for ports of great games like Shenmue or Jet Set Radio Future, we are the first ones that would like to port these games."
Please click here for the complete Blitworks interview with Tony Cabello (English translation).
Please click here to sign the Shenmue HD Edition of Shenmue 1 & 2 Petition at change.org.
Links & Hashtags: #SaveShenmueHD #ShenmueHD
Blitworks Interview (English) | Shenmue HD Petition | Forum Discussion | News Archive
The Shenmue Cast Ep. 2
Mon Jul 20, 2015 8:23 am - 17 comments - Axm
Episode 2 of The Shenmue Cast is now live for your listening and viewing pleasure.
This episode features a prominent figure in the Shenmue community, Mr. Adam Koralik.
Discussions include the Kickstarter ending results, Shenmue 3 features and more.
Listeners are able to subscribe to this podcast over itunes and other podcast apps using the iTunes subcribe link and RSS feed link below.
|iTunes| RSS Feed | Soundcloud Channel | Stream/mp3 Download | YouTube
Shenmue 3 on MostAnticipatedGames.com
Mon Jul 20, 2015 8:12 am - 0 comments - Sonoshee
Shenmue 3 has been sitting comfortably at the number #1 spot on MostAnticipatedGames.com for 29 consecutive days, beating off AAA titles such as Fallout 4, Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain, Final Fantasy VII Remake and The Last Guardian.
If you have yet to vote to help keep Shenmue 3 at the top spot, you can do so by signing up here.
Links & Hashtags: #Shenmue3
Shenmue 3 on MostAnticipatedGames | Official Shenmue 3 Website | News Archive
LEGO Ideas - SEGA Classic Arcade Machines & Yu Suzuki
Mon Jul 20, 2015 7:31 am - 17 comments - Sonoshee
Some of the most renowned Sega arcade machines (as well as legendary developer Yu Suzuki) are on their way to being immortalized - in the world of LEGO!
LEGO Ideas allows you to vote on fan ideas for new LEGO sets.
The 'Classic SEGA Arcade Machines' project needs 10,000 supporters in order for The Lego Group to evaluate it and decide whether or not to make it into a real set; the amount of supporters currently sits at 4,309 with 411 days left...
'Build miniature representations of classic Sega arcade games out of Lego bricks! These minifigure-scaled replicas will look good displayed on your desk at work or home and are perfect for use in your Lego City! The three included minifigures look great at the controls of these detailed builds.'
The machines include: Space Harrier, Outrun & Thunderblade.
The figures include: Yu Suzuki, Female Sega Fan, Male Sega Fan
For more images/information and to support the proposal, please visit the following website: Lego Ideas: SEGA Classic Arcade Machines
Links & Hashtags: #Shenmue3
Lego Ideas: SEGA Classic Arcade Machines | Official Shenmue 3 Website | News Archive
Mega Man: Shenmue
Sun Jul 19, 2015 6:30 pm - 3 comments - Sonoshee
An 8-bit style, Shenmue themed Mega Man stage in an animated short by Dojo member wart! This was originally created to bring more awareness to the Shenmue 3 Kickstarter.
Youtube: Mega Man: Shenmue
Links & Hashtags: #Shenmue3
Mega Man: Shenmue | Official Shenmue 3 Website | News Archive
Shenmue - Fan Made Gameplay Trailer
Sun Jul 19, 2015 12:39 pm - 3 comments - Sonoshee
Youtuber 'YumYumYogurt' has created a new fan made gameplay trailer, using snippets from both Shenmue titles. Included are the battle system, easter eggs, QTEs and mini games.
Links & Hashtags: #Shenmue3
Gameplay Trailer | Official Shenmue 3 Website | News Archive
Congratulatory Videos: Happy Console Gamer & Adam Koralik
Sat Jul 18, 2015 1:53 pm - 4 comments - Ziming
Youtuber's Happy Console Gamer and Adam Koralik congratulate fans and the Shenmue communities involved in helping fund Yu Suzuki's Shenmue 3 Kickstarter.
Videos: Happy Console Gamer | Adam Koralik
Shenmue 1&2's 3D Character Modeler To Work On Shenmue 3
Sat Jul 18, 2015 12:25 am - 10 comments - Rikitatsu
Yu Suzuki has revealed on the latest Twitch Stream that the modeler who did Shenhua's 3D model in Shenmue 1 and 2 is coming back to work on Shenmue 3. He was referred to as "Mr.Ito", presumably Takashi Ito. Yu Suzuki and Kenji Miyawaki also reiterated their commitment to improve the characters faces in Shenmue 3.
Source: Twitch Stream
Yu Suzuki has confirmed PayPal funding Post-Kickstarter
Fri Jul 17, 2015 10:14 pm - 31 comments - Rikitatsu
At today's Twitch stream, Yu Suzuki has revealed that they will open funding through Paypal after the Kickstarter has finished, those who wish to continue to support Shenmue 3 can now do it without time constraints. The PayPal link is not up yet, so check back here later.
Source: Twitch Stream
Shenmue III Kickstarter Ends At $6,333,295; 69,320 Backers
Fri Jul 17, 2015 9:51 pm - 34 comments - Supa
The Shenmue III Kickstarter campaign has officially ended, earning a total amount of $6,333,295 with 69,320 backers.
Fourteen years after Shenmue II was released, and following two failed attempts at reviving the franchise (Shenmue Online and Shenmue Gai), Yu Suzuki was welcomed to Sony's E3 2015 stage to officially announce the beginning of the Kickstarter campaign for Shenmue III.
Breaking the Guinness World Record for the fastest video game to reach $1 million through crowdfunding in one hour and 42 minutes (as well as initially crashing Kickstarter's site), Shenmue III continued to break records by being the second fastest Kickstarter campaign in all categories to raise over $1 million. Less than nine hours later, Shenmue III continued to drop jaws around the world when it reached $2 million, its 100% funding goal.
Since the announcement, the money has continued to flow in, raising almost $1 million more on its last campaign day.
The game has also become the most funded video game in Kickstarter History, a record previously held by Bloodstained, the third most funded Kickstarter campaign in the "Games" category, and, most impressively, the sixth most funded Kickstarter project of all time.
The Kickstarter campaign should be considered a massive success, and now we can all rest (if only for a little bit), and await a steady flow of Shenmue III news until December of 2017!
Final Countdown Video | Shenmue III Kickstarter | News Archive | Official Shenmue III Site
KS Update #42 - Twitch reminder
Fri Jul 17, 2015 7:17 pm - 0 comments - Sonoshee
"Good morning/afternoon/evening everyone!
As we announced, Yu Suzuki himself, and more project members, will be appearing on Twitch again to celebrate the final hours of Shenmue 3 Kickstarter project. Last minute shoutout for all the Shenmue fans to join the party!
You can find the Shenmue 3 Official Twitch channel from this link:
http://www.twitch.tv/shenmue3official
The festivities will start at the following times:
Yokosuka: July 18, 8:00AM JST
Hong Kong: July 18, 7:00AM HKT
Bailu: July 18, 7:00AM CST
Los Angeles: July 17, 4:00PM PDT
New York: July 17, 7:00PM EDT
Berlin: July 18, 1:00AM CEST
Paris: July 18, 1:00AM CEST
Rome: July 18, 1:00AM CEST
London: July 18, 12:00AM BST
Moscow: July 18, 2:00AM MSK
Seoul: July 18, 8:00AM KST
Sydney: July 18, 9:00AM AEST
Rio de Janeiro: July 17, 8:00PM BRT
Hope to see you there on Twitch!"
Links & Hashtags: #SaveShenmue #TheFinalBlow
Twitch Channel | Kickstarter Update | Forum Discussion | Shenmue 3 Kickstarter | News Archive
Kickstarter Smashes $6m - Next Stretch Goal Unlocked!
Fri Jul 17, 2015 6:41 pm - 0 comments - Sonoshee
The Kickstarter has smashed the $6 million barrier, unlocking the "Advanced Free Battle" stretch goal that so many Shenmue fans had been hoping for! Backers have now also exceeded 66,000!
The next stretch goals are at $6.5m & $7m for "Ragdoll Reaction" and the "AI Battling", respectively.
With three hours left on the clock, let's continue to strive for those next stretch goals and make Shenmue 3 the game Yu Suzuki wants it to be!
Links & Hashtags: #SaveShenmue #TheFinalBlow
Forum Discussion | Shenmue 3 Kickstarter | News Archive
Shenmue Collective - Shenmue Countdown Round #2
Fri Jul 17, 2015 12:02 pm - 0 comments - Sonoshee
Shenmue Collective (@Shenmue_Collect) are giving you the chance to win a copy of Shenmue I (signed by Corey Marshall - the voice of Ryo) and a Ryo Hazuki "miniature".
Here's what you have to do to enter:
- Make a short Vine or Youtube video (lasting no longer than 20 seconds) or create a funny picture that features the hashtag #SaveShenmue
- Address your created content to @Shenmue_Collect on Twitter
- Be sure to have the hashtag #SaveShenmue in your message
- Be awesome and keep on posting and retweeting as many cool #SaveShenmue messages as possible
* 1st place will be chosen by Shenmue Collective
* 2nd place will be chosen by the community
* 3rd place will be for everybody - Shenmue Collective will make a special Kickstarter memorial website and include all the content that was sent to them.
This competition will run until the end of the Shenmue 3 Kickstarter, so be sure to get your entries in as soon as possible!
Links & Hashtags: #SaveShenmue #TheFinalBlow
Shenmue Countdown Round #2 | Shenmue 3 Kickstarter | News Archive
"The Final Blow - The Image"
Fri Jul 17, 2015 11:08 am - 6 comments - Sonoshee
Dojo member Ryo Fhan has posted a fantastic artwork of the battle between Ryo and Dou Niu atop Kowloon's Yellow Head Building.
This was a 5-day project created by a friend of Ryo Fhan's. What's extraordinary is his complete lack of knowledge of Shenmue up until the start of the project, yet the artwork seems to imply he has been a life long fan with its brilliant attention to detail.
"So, I got this idea to create this image with a friend of mine. He didn't know what Shenmue was before I explained to him the game, showed him various photos and explained the KS and fan wait. He thought the game sounded really neat and I told him I had a new and mini project for him. This is the result of my descriptions and pictures and his work."
To see the full size art please click here.
Links & Hashtags: #SaveShenmue #TheFinalBlow
Forum Discussion | Shenmue 3 Kickstarter | News Archive
Shenmue 3 Becomes No.#1 Funded Video Game on Kickstarter!
Fri Jul 17, 2015 8:15 am - 9 comments - Sonoshee
Shenmue 3 has surpassed 'Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night' with 13 hours to go to become the most funded video game in Kickstarter history.
For reference, the previous title holder had reached a total of $5,545,991.
The next stretch goal, the 'Advanced Free Battle' system, is still within our grasp at $6,000,000...
Please keep pledging and urge others to pledge by using the following hashtags: #SaveShenmue #TheFinalBlow
Today has seen an historic victory for the Shenmue franchise, creator Yu Suzuki and fans of the series the world over.
The final hours are upon us! Let's make every second count!
Links & Hashtags: #SaveShenmue #TheFinalBlow
Forum Discussion | Shenmue 3 Kickstarter | News Archive
KS Update #41 - Digital Upgrade & Collector’s Character
Fri Jul 17, 2015 3:38 am - 1 comment - Sonoshee
The final rewards have now been added to the Kickstarter! This is your last chance to get these Kickstarter only rewards and help #SaveShenmue !
SAVE SHENMUE DIGITAL UPGRADE - $39 - Kickstarter exclusive Shenmue III wallpaper set. The wallpapers will feature the Real Deal Ryo & Sure as Sugar Shenhua - the perfect models of our heroes as they were always imagined to be! + Your name on the official Shenmue III website. Includes the $29 Reward.
Only backers pledging at the $100 tier or above will have their name credited in the game.
This reward will be included in all higher rewards.
SHENMUE CHARACTER BUST - $2,500 - Concept design models of the main characters, produced for the development of Shenmue 1. These busts were important stepping stones in the design phase to make them as life-like as possible, and were the first time the characters took shape (literally). Good condition, with wear and discoloration from all the loving hands that went into making Shenmue.
Choose one: Ryo (2 available), Shenhua (4 available), Ren (3 available) or Lan Di (3 available). First come, first served! Limit 12. Includes the RYO VOICE MESSAGE BY COREY MARSHALL Reward.
Links & Hashtags: #TheFinalBlow #SaveShenmue
Kickstarter Update | Forum Discussion | Shenmue 3 Kickstarter | News Archive
KS Update #40 - Message from Yu Suzuki
Thu Jul 16, 2015 10:15 pm - 2 comments - Sonoshee
Yu Suzuki: It’s time to make our dream of Shenmue III a reality.
We are now down to the final 24 hours of the Shenmue 3 Kickstarter! Everyone has been working so hard to make this project a success, so Yu Suzuki would like to give a special message of thanks and inspiration as we head towards the goal.
Kickstarter update & video message from Yu Suzuki can be viewed here.
Links & Hashtags: #TheFinalBlow #SaveShenmue
Kickstarter Update | Forum Discussion | Shenmue 3 Kickstarter | News Archive
Shenmue III: FOR WUDE!
Thu Jul 16, 2015 7:00 pm - 4 comments - Sonoshee
Wude, one of ShenmueDojo's greatest contributors, has sadly been missing from the community for over a year. Thanks to the will of many, he will now be immortalized in Shenmue 3.
Since it was felt that having his name lost in a sea of thousands in the final credits of the game would not do him the justice he truly deserves, Dojo community members were quick to raise the $600 needed to ensure his name would be forever immortalized in the Choubu Inn Guestbook.
Thank you to everyone who donated to the cause - Because of you, wude's memory will live on in the world of Shenmue! Yi - To act without hesitation, to do what is right.
Links & Hashtags: #TheFinalBlow #SaveShenmue
Forum Discussion | Shenmue 3 Kickstarter | News Archive
Kickstarter Campaign Final Hours - Twitch Broadcast
Thu Jul 16, 2015 4:47 pm - 8 comments - Sonoshee
Yu Suzuki will be joined with the Shenmue 3 project members in a special live broadcast to count down the final hours as the Kickstarter project comes to a close. Scheduled to make an appearance are animation producer Hiroaki Takeuchi and main character designer Kenji Miyawaki.
The official Shenmue 3 Twitch channel can be found at:
twitch.tv/shenmue3official (please bookmark)
The festivities will start at the following times:
Yokosuka: July 18, 8:00AM JST
Hong Kong: July 18, 7:00AM HKT
Bailu: July 18, 7:00AM CST
Los Angeles: July 17, 4:00PM PDT
New York: July 17, 7:00PM EDT
Berlin: July 18, 1:00AM CEST
Paris: July 18, 1:00AM CEST
Rome: July 18, 1:00AM CEST
London: July 18, 12:00AM BST
Moscow: July 18, 2:00AM MSK
Seoul: July 18, 8:00AM KST
Links & Hashtags: #SaveShenmue #TheFinalBlow
Official Shenmue 3 Twitch Channel | Shenmue 3 Kickstarter | News Archive
Shenmue 3 Concept Art Collection
Thu Jul 16, 2015 4:21 pm - 0 comments - Sonoshee
All the latest/previous concept art for Shenmue 3 - direct from Yu Suzuki's official Twitter - can now be found in one place.
Many thanks to Dojo member NeoShredder for creating and maintaining the forum topic!
Links & Hashtags: #SaveShenmue #TheFinalBlow
Shenmue 3 Concept Art Thread | Shenmue 3 Kickstarter | News Archive
KS Update #39 - Cedric Biscay - Shenmue, through and through
Thu Jul 16, 2015 12:37 pm - 0 comments - BlueMue
In todays Kickstarter update we get introduced to Cedric Biscay, the co-producer of Shenmue III and longtime fan of the series. A little Q&A has been put up for us to get to know him better.
Links & Hashtags: #TheFinalBlow #SaveShenmue
Kickstarter Update | Forum Discussion | Shenmue 3 Kickstarter | News Archive
KS Update #38: Matsukaze Confirmed & Monaco Dinner Upgrade
Thu Jul 16, 2015 10:10 am - 0 comments - Sonoshee
Japanese voice actor Masaya Matsukaze has been confirmed to return as Ryo Hazuki in the latest Kickstarter update.
The $10,000 Monoco dinner reward also gets a special upgrade!
Yu-san has upped the ante for the Monaco Dinner Reward. The location will now be slightly moved to the nearby town of Eze, famous for its history and old world beauty. There, you will actually work with Yu-san to plan a part of Shenmue 3. After the planning session, enjoy a dinner party with Yu-san among this picturesque world of times past.
For the finer details, please view the entire Kickstarter update here.
Links & Hashtags: #TheFinalBlow #SaveShenmue
Kickstarter Update | Forum Discussion | Shenmue 3 Kickstarter | News Archive
Kickstarter Surpasses $5.1m - Next Stretch Goal Achieved!
Thu Jul 16, 2015 5:14 am - 0 comments - Sonoshee
The Kickstarter has already surpassed $5.1 million, unlocking the next stretch goal ("Portuguese Subtitles").
This occurred in less than 24 hours since the $5 million goal was achieved ("Character Perspective System").
The next stretch is at $6m for the "Advanced Free Battle", while the Kickstarter has added a $5.6m goal for "Video Games Category". If reached, Shenmue 3 will become the worlds number #1 video game in crowdfunding history!
Keep those pledges rolling in!
Links & Hashtags: #SaveShenmue #TheFinalBlow
Shenmue 3 Kickstarter | News Archive
Shenmue II 100% COMPLETE Notebook Released!!
Wed Jul 15, 2015 10:46 pm - 4 comments - Peter
Its been a long and hard process, but for the first time ever, its my honour to give you all the 100%COMPLETE NOTEBOOK GUIDE FOR SHENMUE II.
I started the project a few months ago, and after lots of long nights and frustration, here is the finished product, firstly hosted by GameFAQ, and also a MS text. file for you to download.
The guide is text only, and follows the same format as the original Shenmue notebook guide that's been on GameFAQ for many years, completed by Force Vector. Its a simple "here's the entry - here's how to get it" piece, so hopefully you wont have too much trouble following it.
Here are the links, and also there is now a sticky topic in the Shenmue II forums for discussion and any questions.
GameFAQ Online Guide - HERE
Microsoft Word Download - Shenmue II 100% COMPLETE NOTEBOOK GUIDE.doc
Topic Link - HERE
KS Update - Ryan Payton clip, new reward & Twitch party!
Wed Jul 15, 2015 10:16 pm - 2 comments - Peter
A new Kickstarter update has arrived and its a big one. The finish line is approaching!
Firstly we have another video from Ryan Payton talking about Shenmue and Kickstarter, which you can see below. Then we have a new reward with a Shenmue sculpture!
Finally, set your calenders because Yu and the YS team will be having a countdown party live on Twitch as the Kickstarter campaigns. See the reactions LIVE!
CRYSTAL MEMORIES - $2,500 - Become the proud owner of a highly collectible, laser engraved crystal sculpture of Ryo and Shenhua. Commemorate Shenmue 3 in style. Comes with an LED stand (requires 3 AAA batteries) that illuminates the design within. Crystal: W50mm×H80mm×D50mm, w/ stand: W66mm×H112mm×D66mm, total weight: 556g. Includes the RYO VOICE MESSAGE BY COREY MARSHALL Reward.
Links & Hashtags: #TheFinalBlow #SaveShenmue
Kickstarter Update | Forum Discussion | Shenmue 3 Kickstarter | News Archive
Kickstarter Smashes $6m - Next Stretch Goal Unlocked!
Wed Jul 15, 2015 4:44 pm - 0 comments - Sonoshee
The Kickstarter has smashed the $6 million barrier, unlocking the "Advanced Free Battle" stretch goal that so many Shenmue fans have been hoping for! Backers have now also exceeded 66,000!
The next stretch goals are at $6.5m & $7m for "Ragdoll Reaction" and the "AI Battling", respectively.
With three hours left on the clock, let's continue to strive for those next stretch goals and make Shenmue 3 the game Yu Suzuki wants it to be!
Links & Hashtags: #SaveShenmue #TheFinalBlow
Forum Discussion | Shenmue 3 Kickstarter | News Archive
Shenmue 3 Video Updates: Adam Koralik & Yu Suzuki Interview
Wed Jul 15, 2015 1:32 pm - 1 comment - Ziming
Check out Adam Koralik latest video about the Shenmue 3 Kickstarter, and the Yu Suzuki Nico Nico interview translated by Switch.
Videos: Adam Koralik | Yu Suzuki Interview (Translated)
KS Update #36: New Trailer & NPC Reward Added
Wed Jul 15, 2015 1:55 am - 6 comments - Sonoshee
The latest Kickstarter update adds a new, eagerly awaited trailer, titled 'Lake of the Lantern Bugs'.
Another last minute reward tier has also been added:
CHOUBU TRAVELLER / BE A NON-COMBAT NPC - $6,000 - Appear as an NPC staying at a Choubu inn. No big battle scene with Ryo, but this is your chance to cameo in the world of Shenmue! Limit 4. RYO VOICE MESSAGE BY COREY MARSHALL Reward included.
Links & Hashtags: #TheFinalBlow #SaveShenmue
Kickstarter Update | Forum Discussion | Shenmue 3 Kickstarter | News Archive
'Spiritual Enlightenment & Revenge' by ShenmueP1
Tue Jul 14, 2015 3:03 pm - 3 comments - Sonoshee
Dojo member ShenmueP1 has created a wonderful Shenmue tribute video, entitled 'Spiritual Enlightenment & Revenge'.
Please take a few moments to view it here.
The 1080p version can be downloaded here.
Links & Hashtags: #TheFinalBlow #SaveShenmue
Tribute Video | Forum Discussion | Shenmue 3 Kickstarter | News Archive
KS Update #35: #YouaskYu Redo & New Reward
Tue Jul 14, 2015 2:29 pm - 0 comments - Sonoshee
The latest Kickstarter update adds a new reward tier and a recap of the #YouAskYu Q&A which took place on Saturday, July 11th.
Name a Vendor - $4500 - Get to name a street vendor in the Choubu area of Shenmue 3.
Once Yu Suzuki approves your name, it will become a vendor’s sign in both Chinese and English.
Could you be the next Bob or Tom?
The RYO VOICE MESSAGE BY COREY MARSHALL reward is also included.
Quantity is limited to 10.
Links & Hashtags: #TheFinalBlow #SaveShenmue
Kickstarter Update | Forum Discussion | Shenmue 3 Kickstarter | News Archive
Win A Dreamcast & Shenmue I - #SaveShenmue Twitter Event
Tue Jul 14, 2015 6:14 am - 1 comment - Sonoshee
Corey Marshall, the voice of Ryo Hazuki, has recorded a special message for the big #SaveShenmue Twitter Event, which will take place on Wednesday July 15th.
To help raise more funds as the Kickstarter comes to a close, the ShenmueCollective are generously giving away a Sega Dreamcast & a copy of Shenmue I.
For the contest rules and how to enter, please visit the official Facebook page.
Links & Hashtags: #SaveShenmue #TheFinalBlow
Twitter Event Facebook Page | Corey Marshall Special Message | Shenmue 3 Kickstarter | News Archive
New Fan-Made Shenmue HD Remaster video by Kid Nocon
Tue Jul 14, 2015 4:57 am - 5 comments - Sonoshee
Kid Nocon has created a beautiful HD remaster of the Hazuki Residence, which includes links & hashtags for the Kickstarter as well as a plea to SEGA to release hi-definition versions of both Shenmue & Shenmue 2.
Please view the video and share it on Twitter, Facebook and other popular social media!
Links & Hashtags: #TheFinalBlow #SaveShenmue
Shenmue HD Remaster | Forum Discussion | Shenmue 3 Kickstarter | News Archive
New Dreamcasters' Tube Video - The Final Rush
Mon Jul 13, 2015 10:35 pm - 4 comments - Sonoshee
Dreamcasters' Tube (who has recorded hundreds of Dreamcast videos in 1080p) has produced a new awareness video for the Shenmue 3 Kickstarter.
Please take a moment to view the video then share it on Twitter, Facebook and other social media!
Links & Hashtags: #TheFinalBlow #SaveShenmue
The Final Rush | Dreamcasters' Tube | Shenmue 3 Kickstarter | Forum Discussion | News Archive
KS Update #34 - Poll Results & Fishing Poles
Mon Jul 13, 2015 3:34 pm - 0 comments - Sonoshee
On June 24th, backers of the Kickstarter were given an exclusive opportunity to vote for their favorite Shenmue character & mini-game, with the winning candidates receiving some form of special treatment in Shenmue 3. The results of that poll have now been revealed in the latest Kickstarter update.
A brand new reward tier was also added, giving a resounding hint of what to expect in the third game...
SHENMUE BAIT & TACKLE - $1,800 - Get to name a fishing rod or lure. When your item is purchased, it will get a close-up and reaction from Ryo. + Receive the in-game item you named. Let’s get... fishy! Includes the $600 Reward.
Links & Hashtags: #TheFinalBlow #SaveShenmue
Kickstarter Update | Forum Discussion | Shenmue 3 Kickstarter | News Archive
Yu Suzuki Q&A on Nico Nico Douga
Sun Jul 12, 2015 8:01 pm - 1 comment - Sonoshee
Japanese video sharing website Nico Nico Douga conducted a Q&A with Suzuki-san on Sunday, July 12th. His reaction to E3 and the passionately made fan video, 'Thank Yu', is revealed along with the announcement of a returning character for Shenmue 3.
You can read the full transcript here or watch the entire Q&A on Youtube.
Thanks to Dojo members SquallAdv and switch for the translations.
Links & Hashtags: #TheFinalBlow #SaveShenmue
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Quick Timed Event to #SaveShenmue
Sun Jul 12, 2015 4:03 pm - 7 comments - Team Yu
This Wednesday, July 15th, will see a brand new campaign event in aid of promoting the Shenmue III Kickstarter.
The #SaveShenmue Quick Timed Event (QTE) offers a new twist on the social media blitz that assisted Shenmue's return, and will take only seconds for each fan to complete upon its synchronized worldwide launch. 14 participants, including the first ten, will also be entered into a prize raffle for added incentive.
KS Update #33: Masaya Matsukaze Back with More + New Reward
Sun Jul 12, 2015 2:48 pm - 1 comment - Sonoshee
Masaya Matsukaze, the actor who played Ryo in Shenmue 1 & 2, is back to give the second half of his interview. He shares his experiences with the audition, the Shenmue phenomenon, and even gets into his love/hate relationship with video games and how it helped him get the part.
AwesomeJapan have also added a new reward to the Kickstarter:
LEND SHENMUE A HAND - $900 - Your hand and all the mysteries that lie within its palm will be featured in a book at a fortune teller. See what your future will hold! $600 Reward included.
Links & Hashtags: #TheFinalBlow #SaveShenmue
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'Thank Yu'
Sat Jul 11, 2015 11:08 am - 2 comments - Sonoshee
An inspiring and moving tribute from Shenmue fans to the man behind it all, the legendary Yu Suzuki.
View it on Youtube here.
- Video by Mathew Rimmer.
- Original Shenmue HD footage by Dreamcaster's Tube.
Links & Hashtags: #TheFinalBlow #SaveShenmue
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Synopsis for Shenmue & Shenmue II
Sat Jul 11, 2015 10:42 am - 0 comments - Sonoshee
Dojo member alvlegacy has written a comprehensive synopsis for both Shenmue I & II which covers important plot details.
These are perfect for newcomers to the franchise who haven't played the first two Dreamcast titles.
- Shenmue Synopsis
- Shenmue II Synopsis
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#YouAskYu Twitter Q&A Transcript - Round 2
Sat Jul 11, 2015 4:15 am - 0 comments - Sonoshee
Yu Suzuki took to Twitter on Friday, July 10th to answer more questions as part of the #YouAskYu initiative.
The transcript of the entire Q&A has now been compiled and posted on the Dojo forums (many thanks to Peter).
You can find the first #YouAskYu Q&A transcript from Friday, July 3rd here.
Links & Hashtags: #YouAskYu #TheFinalBlow #SaveShenmue
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$4.6m Stretch Goal Reached / KS Update #32 Adds New Rewards
Fri Jul 10, 2015 8:09 am - 2 comments - Sonoshee
The Kickstarter has reached $4.6million, unlocking the "Baisha Village Expanded - Battle Event"!
The next stretch goal is the "Character Perspective System" at $5million, an addition that Yu Suzuki really
wants to implement. Let's get him there by using the following hashtags: #TheFinalBlow #SaveShenmue
AwesomeJapan have also added four new rewards to the Kickstarter in their 32nd update, these are:
-$600: SHENMUE GUESTBOOK
Put your name and a 140 character message in the guestbook of a Choubu inn. Write your witticism/aphorism/Shenmue-ism for all to see!
-$700 DICE DUDE CAPSULE TOY
Be in the newest Shenmue capsule toy collection as your own block figure for the in-game capsule toy machines. + Give an idea for the toy's name.
-$1200 CHIBI YOU CAPSULE TOY
Kenji Miyawaki will draw you as a chibi figure for the in-game capsule toy vending machines. + Give an idea for the toy's name.
$1800 BFF CAPSULE TOY
Ryo, Shenhua, Nozomi, Joy, Ren, Ine-san, Guizhang, Lan Di, Chai, or Fangmei to appear with your Kenji Miyawaki-drawn chibi figure for the in-game capsule toy vending machines. + Give an idea for the toy's name.
Some of these are strictly limited and/or include lower tier rewards.
Please read the official Kickstarter update for more information.
Links & Hashtags: #SaveShenmue #TheFinalBlow
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#TheFinalBlow - LAST CHANCE FOR SHENMUE 3
Fri Jul 10, 2015 6:35 am - 13 comments - Sonoshee
Last month our dreams were made a reality with the reveal of Shenmue 3 at E3. Over the past twenty five days, many of us have done everything we possibly can to #SaveShenmue and make Yu Suzuki's vision for Shenmue 3 a reality. With the final days of the Kickstarter closing in, Shenhua and Ryo need us now more than ever.
The Shenmue community is therefore undertaking #TheFinalBlow to the Kickstarter from July 15th through 17th. If you haven't pledged - this is the time. If you can raise your pledge - please do so. Those of you holding out for a Paypal option - don't.
Do not look back in regret and think how you could have helped make Shenmue 3 the game it should have been.
Yi - To act without hesitation, to do what is right
Please pledge or upgrade your pledge NOW.
The quality and scale of Shenmue 3 is dependent on the Kickstarter’s overall success.
Spread this message (and the associated hashtags) on Twitter, Facebook, Youtube, Twitch, Instagram, gaming forums... and anywhere else you possibly can.
The future of Shenmue is in our hands... Let's make our voices heard one last time!
Links & Hashtags: #SaveShenmue #TheFinalBlow
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KS Update #30 - Interview with architect Manabu Takimoto
Thu Jul 09, 2015 12:14 pm - 1 comment - Peter
When Shenmue first came out, it was more real, more life-like than any game to have come before it. One of the people responsible for that feat was architect Manabu Takimoto. As the game environment designer for the Shenmue series, his real life experience as an architect helped create an immersive world that set the standard for realism in gaming.
Today, Manabu Takimoto talks about talks about his role(s) in Shenmue, and what we can expect from him this time around.
Links & Hashtags: #SaveShenmue #10milliontoShenmue3
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KS Update #29 - Dreams Come True - New Rewards Added
Wed Jul 08, 2015 12:26 pm - 0 comments - Sonoshee
Put your stamp on the game with these rewards! Yu Suzuki wanted to include both of these rewards, as they draw from the culture and traditions of the Far East in which the game takes place.
DREAMS COME TRUE - $1,400 - Choose one of three wishes. Your name and birth date will be written on a traditional wishing plaque to be displayed at a temple in Bailu Village. Find your plaque and your wish will come true! This is Kickstarter only exclusive! Includes the $500 Reward.
TEMPLE OF THE BLOOMING FLOWER - $1,200 - Get a Chinese character of your choice (or specially selected for you) to represent yourself, drawn in ornate calligraphy. Find your character displayed at the Temple of the Blooming Flower and get a special Technique Scroll! + Get the physical, hand-drawn calligraphy of your character! Includes the SHENMUE PATRON Reward.
Links & Hashtags: #SaveShenmue #10milliontoShenmue3
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