The apology came just a short time after Shenmue developer YS Net called the trailer out and noted that it could pursue legal action.
In its statement, Shenmue 3 developer YS Net noted that it has grounds to pursue legal action against the creators of the fake trailer.
Visual improvements, quicker load times, a camera perspective similar to the previous games, and more have also been confirmed.
Series creator Yu Suzuki suggests Shenmue 4 isn't currently in the works, but says he would like it to have broader appeal than its predecessors.
The publisher seems to be strongly suggesting that it's collaborating with Shenmue creator Yu Suzuki for a fourth instalment.
This would make it a year of EGS exclusivity.
It's not Shenmue 4 and more than a series of books or a documentary.
If there is actually a next game, anyway.
Venture onto a cruise ship to complete new challenges and unlock new outfits.
Deep Silver's parent company sends mixed signals on the game's actual performance.
The game's second DLC add-on is coming soon.
Deep Silver revises financial projections due to Shenmue 3's poor performance.
Amass a small fortune quickly and find out how to solve that annoying Bell Tower puzzle.
Some quality of life fixes come in the latest update.
Play as Ryo or two other characters and participate in head-to-head races.
A mysterious update comes alongside new timelines for backers.
The studio says it's looking forward to working on the sequel "very soon."
Get a quick start on selling herbs for profit and solve one of the more annoying puzzles easily.
Reel in the big one and also learn how to perform the Body Check.
Shenmue 3 purposely avoids revision by fearlessly leaning into its past.
