SEGA Files Yakuza Wars Trademark as Next Like a Dragon Game

Sega has filed a new trademark for "Yakuza Wars," igniting fan theories about its connection to the next major project. Here's what we know about what this filing could signal.

SEGA Files 'Yakuza Wars' Trademark

Fans Speculate a Crossover Between Like a Dragon and Sakura Wars

The "Yakuza Wars" trademark filed by Sega became public on August 5, 2024, and quickly fueled widespread speculation. Registered under Class 41 for education and entertainment, it covers products for home video game consoles and related services.

The application was submitted on July 26, 2024. Specific details about this potential project remain under wraps, as Sega has not made any official announcements. The Yakuza series, renowned for its deep storytelling and engaging gameplay, enjoys a passionate fanbase eagerly awaiting new entries, especially during the franchise's current surge in popularity. It's crucial to remember that trademark filings don't always lead to game announcements or releases; companies often secure names for potential future use that may never materialize.

The name "Yakuza Wars" has led many to guess it could be a spin-off from Sega's popular Like a Dragon action-RPG series. Popular theories suggest it might be a crossover between Like a Dragon and Sakura Wars, Sega's steampunk-themed franchise. There is also speculation it could point toward a mobile title, though Sega has not confirmed any plans.

Sega is currently in a phase of actively expanding the Like a Dragon universe. The action-adventure RPG is being adapted into a live-action series for Amazon Prime, starring Ryoma Takeuchi as the legendary Kazuma Kiryu and Kento Kaku as the rival Akira Nishikiyama.

In a related note, series creator Toshihiro Nagoshi recently shared that the original Yakuza concept was rejected by Sega multiple times before finally being greenlit and achieving global success, winning over fans both in Japan and worldwide.