“Thank you deeply for supporting Shenmue 3 all this time,” he said. “We plan to release Shenmue 3 Enhanced on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox and PC this year.” He went on to confirm that all the physical versions are now available for pre-order through the ININ Games store. “I hope Shenmue can once again reach your hearts. Thank you, always, for walking this path with us,” he continued

While the console versions include what you would expect – discs with the game along with physical copies – the Special Edition release for the PC version will only feature a Steam Key, along with a Special Edition box that includes a “The Definitive History of Shenmue” documentary Blu-ray disc, and an art book showcasing the making of Shenmue 3.

PS5, Xbox Series X/S and Nintendo Switch 2 will also be getting a Collector’s Edition, which includes all of the Special Edition’s goodies, along with a figurine of protagonist Ryo Hazuki practicing his martial arts skills against a wooden block, and a keychain of Ryo hanging out next to a forklift, among other things.

Shenmue 3 Enhanced was originally unveiled all the way back in August 2025. At the time, Ys Net had confirmed that those who had already bought the PS4 or PC version of the original Shenmue 3 release could upgrade to the Enhanced release through their respective online stores.

As its name might imply, it brings in a number of enhancements, including sharper visuals, smoother performance, 4K textures for more detailed environments and characters, increased NPC density, a classic camera mode as a callback to Shenmue and Shenmue 2, tweaks to the gameplay, improved interactions, and enhancements to the UX. The PC version of the game will also feature support for Nvidia’s DLSS and AMD’s FSR for high-quality image upscaling.

Shenmue 3, originally released on PS4 and PC back in 2019, picks up the story right where Shenmue 2 left off, with Ryo arriving in Guilin, China in his pursuit of the man who murdered his father. Soon after reaching the town, Ryo rescues a young girl named Shenhua Ling, who bears a striking resemblance to a girl he had been seeing in his dreams. The two then set off on a journey, from Guilin to Bailu Village, and beyond, all while Ryo tries to track down the main antagonist and finally get revenge for his father’s death.

It is worth noting that Shenmue 3 was released almost two decades after its predecessor, with Shenmue 2 having originally come out back in 2001. At the time, the franchise was believed to be dead. However, Suzuki would surprise everyone in 2015 by announcing a Kickstarter to help fund the development of Shenmue 3. The initial goal of $2 million was shattered quite quickly, and it ended up making over $6 million by the time the campaign ended.

As part of their apology, JustAFan1 also posted some evidence of being the actual creator of the fake Shenmue 4 trailer through a link that was essentially a newer, updated version of the trailer. The changes in this new version included new music and footage, as well as their apology.

“I just wanted to set the record straight for all those who think it might still be half real,” they wrote in their apology on the Shenmue Dojo forums. “It’s not.”

“I know many of you will want to hang me for dashing your hopes, but know this was not done out of malice, but love for Shenmue. I realize I went about it the wrong way, and I apologize for that. But I hope all the media attention this has received will do something to convince investors that Shenmue is very much alive and profitable if approached correctly.”

In the trailer itself, they had a longer statement of apology, noting that they are simply a fan of the Shenmue franchise and have no official afficilation with YS Net. “I want to be absolutely clear: I am merely a fan of the series and have absolutely no professional or personal affiliation with Ys Net, nor have I ever had any,” reads the statement. “The creation and release of the trailer, which presented itself as an official piece of promotional material recorded behind the scenes, was a lapse in judgment. I take full responsibility for this action.”

The goal of the video, noted JustAFan1, was to “demonstrate a sustained and substantial market demand and community enthusiasm” for a new game in the franchise. “I meant no harm to Ys Net, its brand, or its loyal fans. My motivation was to champion the series and help encourage its continuation, not to mislead or create distress.”

“While my intent was centered on a positive outcome, the method I chose to achieve it was misleading and unprofessional. I deeply regret creating and sharing information that was not factual, and I understand the negative impact this misinformation had.”

The apology comes in light of YS Net having announced that the studio had nothing to do with the fake Shenmue 4 trailer, and that its use of copyrighted materials also gives the studio grounds to pursue legal action. Whether it will actually pursue these actions in light of the trailer’s creator’s apology is currently unknown, however.

“We are currently working with relevant parties and preparing appropriate measures, including potential legal action,” it wrote. “We sincerely apologize to our fans and all related parties for any confusion this may have caused. We continue to ensure the proper anda ccurate dissemination of information, and we ask for your understanding and cooperation.”

In the meantime, Shenmue 3 Enhanced is slated for release on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S and Nintendo platforms, with owners of the title’s original release on PS4 and PC getting the option to upgrade to the newer version. It doesn’t yet have a release date, however.

Those who purchased the original version on PS4 and PC can upgrade to the new version. Further details weren’t provided, and a release date also remains unknown. As for Shenmue 3 Enhanced’s other features, you can expect improved visuals, more characters in Niaowu, faster load times and 4K textures (leading to more detailed characters and environments).

There will also be Nvidia DLSS and AMD FSR support alongside a classic camera perspective based on the first two games. Various gameplay improvements, such as skipping dialogue and cutscenes, fewer “money barriers” in progression, alerts on things to purchase, and more, can also be expected. Of course, players can turn these off to experience the game’s systems in their original form.

Stay tuned for more details on Shenmue 3 Enhanced and check out our review of the original (which performed below expectations, per publisher Deep Silver).