Inin Games and Ys Net have announced that they received the publishing rights for Shenmue 3 from the game’s previous publisher, Deep Silver. Inin Games has also teased more plans for Shenmue 3.
“Inin Games is excited to shepherd Shenmue 3 into its next phase,” they said in a statement. “This collaboration marks the beginning of a new chapter for Shenmue 3, with Inin Games working closely alongside Ys Net to honor the series’ legacy while ensuring its accessibility to even more fans around the world.”
Publishing for Shenmue III transfers to ININ Games (previously Deep Silver) pic.twitter.com/58putGdvKP
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It’s unclear what plans Inin Games and Ys Net have in store for Shenmue 3, but it’s possible that it could come to additional platforms such as Xbox and Switch. The game has been a console exclusive for PlayStation since 2019, as Sony helped fund the game.