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Yakuza: Like a Dragon PS4 to PS5 Upgrade MAY be Only for Digital Purchases (Update: includes physical)
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Abriael_GN
RSI Employee of the Year
The press release also specifically says digital.
TheKingOfPain
Member
March 2 comes.
PS4 disc version $30 + free upgrade
PS5 disc version $70.
Which one would you buy?
Abriael_GN
RSI Employee of the Year
Because Sega is pushing digital. It's better money for them.
It also prevents people from grabbing a used copy of the disk for cheap and pulling a digital PS5 upgrade from it.
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M1chl
Currently Gif and Meme Champion
LordCBH
Member
tie the upgrade to a PSN account via a one time use code and then have that special version require the PS4 disc. Done.
Svengoolie007
Banned
I guess I'll just wait on the PS5 version. Not like I'm going to be hurting for other games to play this November!
TheKingOfPain
Member
You could still buy a heavily discounted PS4 copy anyway, couldn't you?
CrysisFreak
Banned
The thing is the upgrade mechanic doesn't use codes like old online passes.
It's more integrated.
LordCBH
Member
theoretically. But a one time use code would make the PS5 disc version much more appealing as there's a high chance of that code already being redeemed.
TheKingOfPain
Member
How can it be redeemed if the copy is brand new? Also, that's not what I was talking about.
The question was "why wouldn't they offer a free upgrade for physical PS4 copies?" and my theory is "because by March 2 PS4 copies will be much cheaper than PS5 copies launch price, and who's going to pay more for the same content?"
I might add: the PS4 version is launching at 59.99 where I live, I bet even if it won't drop a cent that the PS5 launch price will be higher.
Then again, I hope they clarify this mess asap.
xellos2099alpha
Member
In short, xbox one version is superior since it is update day 1 and free update?
Classicrockfan
Banned
Guess I'll just cancel my ps4 preorder and switch it to the xbox version,just wanted the whole series on one system and the extra unlocks for have saves of previous games
Aressa
You can't die before your death
Wait until PS5 disc become $30 or buy an Xbox and enjoy Smart Delivery without this headache for games.
Aressa
You can't die before your death
Smart delivery vs greed delivery
Ftfy.
Aressa
You can't die before your death
Then he says it's not in the next. SEGA offical PR mentioned digital only so highly likely it's only that.
LordCBH
Member
chances are I'm probably completely misunderstanding. Other option would be to package a code in launch copies only maybe?
JunkerWoland
Member
For added clarity, here is the relevant text from the actual press release, announcing the PS5 version:
So far, it doesn't appear as if any official source has confirmed the notion that physical PS4 copies will also get the free PS5 upgrade; it's just people on Twitter retweeting each other.
This new hardware gen hasn't even really started, and I'm already tired of exclusivity nonsense. Assuming there's no upgrade path for physical PS4, I'll consider getting a next-gen copy for one of the systems, if I manage to find it on a decent sale.
So far, it doesn't appear as if any official source has confirmed the notion that physical PS4 copies will also get the free PS5 upgrade; it's just people on Twitter retweeting each other.
This new hardware gen hasn't even really started, and I'm already tired of exclusivity nonsense. Assuming there's no upgrade path for physical PS4, I'll consider getting a next-gen copy for one of the systems, if I manage to find it on a decent sale.
For a bit of good tidings, and as mentioned above, the press release does state the PS5 version will retail at $59.99.
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Aion002
Member
MS paid for the temporary exclusivity.
On topic: unless Sony negotiate with the studios, they will always try to get more money.
Sony seems to not care anymore...
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Svengoolie007
Banned
So wait a minute, why is a next gen version of the game launching day ichi on Xbox but not PlayStation? We go from this being a PS exclusive franchise to now getting lesser treatment?
PS exclusive? Sega has been porting the Yakuza games to PC and Xbox for a while now.
TheKingOfPain
Member
The point is: they don't want to release an upgrade for the PS4 disc version because by the time the PS5 version comes out, one could easily buy a much cheaper PS4 disc, download the free upgrade and leave the PS5 version on the shelves.
Good piece of info, I bet the PS4 version won't still be 59.99 by March.
You missed my point, but fair enough you could certainly do as you said.
Svengoolie007
Banned
The only ones on Xbox at this point are Zero, Kiwami, and Kiwami 2.
Zatzuken
Member
While im glad of the free upgrade and the later date wont bother me as im replaying the series in the lead up to release and have a way to go yet, if this is a deal i think it hits the sourest note.
The fight we had back in the day to get yakuza 5 brought over when it looked impossible, it was the fans on playstation that really pushed and wanted for the series to come back.
Im not saying it should have been ps exclusive at all, the face its so popular now is amazing and folks on xbox and pc getting to experience one of my favourite series but if the did that as a deal it hits hits me sour.
The fight we had back in the day to get yakuza 5 brought over when it looked impossible, it was the fans on playstation that really pushed and wanted for the series to come back.
Im not saying it should have been ps exclusive at all, the face its so popular now is amazing and folks on xbox and pc getting to experience one of my favourite series but if the did that as a deal it hits hits me sour.
Codswallop_
Neophyte
All these different upgrade paths are a mess.
I have all platinums for the Yakuza games and consider myself a huge fan. I mostly play on Playstation while I have both consoles, and I would have loved to play this day 1 on the ps5. Feels like a kick in the balls to have to wait four months. Guess I have to be thankful I'm getting it period.
Aggressive Carrot
Member
I hope they allow physical owners to upgrade later on. I already have that version reserved and don't want to switch to the digital version.
mikefrails
Banned
JUNE
BlueXImpulse
Banned
Playstations owners do not support this evil game!
LordCBH
Member
It better have one dammit
KingdomHeartsFan
Member
This is pretty much the only reason that makes sense. Also highlights how stupid it is to buy a digital only console. When publishers have zero competing storefronts you are basically their little bitch, you pay what they say when they say.
Tripolygon
Banned
3 months is not that bad to be honest.
You mean Japanese gamers that already bought it 9 months ago?
Shrap
Member
Every time someone uses this corporate phrase it makes me cringe. It's a crossbuy. Just call it that.
Abriael_GN
RSI Employee of the Year
Camreezie
Member
Seems save data not transferring between the ps4 and ps5 versions is going to be a thing for many of the upgradeable games
TheKingOfPain
Member
Good, they really suck at PR don't they?
As expected PS4 and PS5 have different (and not compatible) save systems.
As expected PS4 and PS5 have different (and not compatible) save systems.
