Shenmue 3 Enhanced announced for Nintendo platforms
Shenmue 3 Enhanced is heading to Nintendo platforms, ININ Games and Yu Suzuki just announced. As of now we do not have a release window.
Shenmue 3 Enhanced is an upgraded edition of the adventure game “that stays true to its roots while adding modern improvements.” It will come with overhauled visuals, performance boosts, and quality-of-life updates.
Here’s a rundown of 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 3 released in 2019, nearly two decades after the series’ previous entry. You can get a look at the game below.
Official Trailer
Today’s press release specifically mentions “Nintendo (TBC)”. We assume that there are plans for Nintendo Switch 2 as it’ll likely be easier to get the game running on that platform. Nintendo Switch 1 can’t be ruled out just yet, but it remains to be seen what the final plan is.
