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Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon vs Yakuza 3

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Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon
Far Cry 3: Blood DragonSave the world from cyborgs and blood dragons in a bizarre 1980s retro-future open world.
Yakuza 3
Yakuza 3Experience the gritty underworld of Tokyo and Okinawa as Kazuma Kiryu protects his orphanage.
Overview
Description

Step into the year 2007 as Sergeant Rex Power Colt, a Mark IV Cyber Commando on a mission of vengeance against your old commanding officer. Experience a satirical vision of a VHS-era future filled with killer cyborgs, mutated scientists, and laser-shooting blood dragons. Combine stealth, futuristic weaponry, and explosive action across a distinct open-world island. This standalone cyber shooter delivers an over-the-top neon-drenched adventure packed with classic 80s action tropes and unforgettable synthwave style.

Yakuza 3 is the third installment in the critically acclaimed Yakuza series, offering a deep and authentic look into modern Japan. Players follow Kazuma Kiryu as he attempts to leave his violent past behind and run the Asagao orphanage in the tropical paradise of Okinawa, only to be pulled back into complex political intrigue and Yakuza turf wars. The game combines intense, brutal beat 'em up combat with a rich, dramatic narrative set across detailed open-world environments. Facing opposition from rival Yakuza groups and government conspiracies, Kiryu must once again become the Dragon of Dojima to protect everything he holds dear.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
First-Person Shooters
Hack & Slash
Best for
Retro gaming and action shooter fans
Fans of crime dramas and brawler games
Specifications
General
msrp
$14.99−25%
$19.99
release date
2013-04-30
2009-02-26
Specifications
developer
Ubisoft Montreal
CS1 Team
publisher
Ubisoft Entertainment
Sega
age rating
ESRB M, PEGI 18
ESRB M
multiplayer
Single player
Single player, Multiplayer
critic score
83/100+4%
80/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Brilliant and hilarious 1980s neon aesthetic
  • Fantastic synthwave soundtrack
  • Standalone game requiring no base game
  • Engaging and humorous campaign narrative
  • Compelling and emotional crime drama story
  • Authentic and vibrant Japanese settings
  • Deep and satisfying combat mechanics
  • Huge variety of side content and mini-games
Cons
  • Short overall campaign length
  • Limited to single-player experience
  • Open world reuses some Far Cry 3 assets
  • Combat pacing can feel dated compared to later entries
  • Some repetitive substory structures
  • Encounter rate for street fights can be high
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The Verdict

AI-generated from listing data

Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon is a cheaper, single‑player shooter with a short, comedic 80s‑style campaign, while Yakuza 3 costs more but offers deeper story, richer side content, and both single‑ and multiplayer modes.

Key differences

  • •Price: $14.99 vs $19.99.
  • •Gameplay focus: shooter/stealth vs hand‑to‑hand brawler/RPG.
  • •Content volume: short campaign vs extensive side activities and mini‑games.
  • •Multiplayer: none vs single‑player and multiplayer options.
  • •Tone: satirical neon sci‑fi vs gritty crime drama.
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Pricing & value

Blood Dragon costs $14.99, $5 less than Yakuza 3's $19.99.

Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon

Gameplay & fun factor

Yakuza 3 offers deep combat and many side mini‑games; Blood Dragon is limited to shooter mechanics.

Yakuza 3

Multiplayer / co‑op

Yakuza 3 lists both single‑player and multiplayer; Blood Dragon is single‑player only.

Yakuza 3

Content & replayability

Yakuza 3 includes a large variety of side content; Blood Dragon has a short campaign and reuses assets.

Yakuza 3

Difficulty & accessibility

Blood Dragon's shooter format is generally more accessible than Yakuza 3's dated combat pacing.

Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon

Graphics & performance

Both are older titles (2013 vs 2009) with no specific performance data provided.

Tie

Platform availability

Platform details not specified for either game.

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Choose Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon if…

Buy if you want a cheap, single‑player shooter with a short, humorous story.

Choose Yakuza 3 if…

Buy if you want deeper narrative, lots of side content, and multiplayer options.

Common questions

Which game is cheaper?

Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon costs $14.99; Yakuza 3 costs $19.99.

Do either of these support multiplayer?

Yakuza 3 lists both single‑player and multiplayer; Blood Dragon is single‑player only.

Which offers more side activities?

Yakuza 3 includes a wide variety of side activities and mini‑games; Blood Dragon’s content is limited to its main campaign.