First and foremost, I think you need an HD Remaster Collection for Shenmue 1 and 2 to be released prior to Shenmue III. The more exposure the better for the series and allowing people who may not have played it before to understand the narrative rather than jumping in at a point and feeling less connected with it.

Ryo's martial arts friends from his journey help him by all jumping in!

Hello everyone!

I look forward to joining the community here finally.

I still have my copy of Shenmue on Dreamcast and absolutely adore the game, having replayed it quite a few times like everyone else. It was a sad day when the Dreamcast was phased out as was the promise of more Shenmue.

However, now it is finally happening and Shenmue III is on its way! It just goes to show the power of the fan base and a never die attitude and this site has been a beacon during the wilderness years.