64 Rapid-Fire Questions With Shenmue III's Yu Suzuki

In this exclusive Game Informer video, Ben Reeves volleys as many questions as possible to the legendary Sega designer Yu Suzuki about Shenmue III, the Dreamcast, Space Harrier, and much more. To learn more about the game, listen to the latest episode of The Game Informer Show. www.gameinformer.com/gishow

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[@-GameHacKeR-]

You telling me you didn't give us all the information you got so far on Shenmue III? :O

[@michaelromeo9567]

😤😤FOR CHRIST SAKE! Why do you want SHNEMUE story to END when it has just came back from the dead ..? And even more now when SEGA want to bring back this IP home! Don't you want SHENMUE sequels with decent production? SEGA Arcade Games/Capsule toys? SHENMUE Kiwami ? Use an enhanced Draon Engine and so on.. What's your problem..?

[@Phil_529]

@@michaelromeo9567 Relax buddy, the format of the show is very tongue in cheek.

[@michaelromeo9567]

@@Phil_529 Waiting 20 years and almost see SEGA die, SHENMUE needs suport and to be Handle By SEGA again. It doesn't need to end . Imagine Nintendo Fans reaction to a defenitive end for ZELDA !? So Why SHENMUE fan should "relax" when you hear NON SHENMUE fan just wwanna knows the end of the story ? Go see movies and let us keep dreaming. Thanks.

[@scottmichaelhedge5055]

-What do Shenmue fans want anyway? "A Slow life." Great man.

[@OregonPacifist]

I’m going to be honest. I enjoyed this interview way more than I ever thought I would. Very entertaining and funny!

[@tiago9819]

"Shooting geemu" That's two words "...........game" LMAO

[@Sevish]

I lost it at that moment

[@ICT_Disciple]

That was hilarious

[@FireteamYogurt]

Yu is hilarious.

[@JMG_86]

They don't call him a genius for nothing!

[@whywyatt376]

"Does he like the guys?" "Mmmm..."

[@brexxy21]

LMAO

[@ihavetubes]

what do you expect when a guy is looking for sailors :O

[@ciscobriones5904]

Lmao

[@norbertrivera]

Ryu like guys? ..ahh! c'mmon"!

[@jonnysac77]

Always knew there was something going on with him and Ren

[@leftyfourguns]

"Because it's a game" Thank you for reminding people what they seem to forget too much these days, Mr. Suzuki

[@hyyper9]

Yu Suzuki is so awesome. Can't wait to play Shenmue 3. Will be a unique experience!

[@FantasyNero]

No Yu

[@soggymemes2057]

You poor soul

[@matthewlumibao7057]

@@soggymemes2057 *Yu poor soul

[@Zack29810]

@@soggymemes2057 it wasn’t that bad.

[@-zbrdazdola-]

@@Zack29810 It was horrible.

[@IronsteffL]

Watching and listening to Yu Suzuki makes me feel like the world isn't such a bad place after all.

[@prince_thomas]

He is a special person. I feel we are lucky that he is still creating and engaging with fans.

[@scaleatinboneyoho1721]

Yu seems like such a cool guy

[@FantasyNero]

No Yu

[@NinteSegaRarew]

He definitely IS! No doubt about it! 😎

[@DanielZ5]

Honest man... Good on him

[@deengew]

He actually asked great questions

[@FantasyNero]

No Yu

[@sdl-ep2gd]

What a great, funny video with an absolute LEGEND.

[@MichaelCutts7]

He’s such a wholesome dude!

[@FantasyNero]

No Yu

[@flamuralaj3302]

I wonder if he was referring to Michael Huber of Easy Allies when he was asked about his favorite reaction.

[@arggamer]

I think he's referring to this one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mXjMhZVmf7ugfs0 (maybe he haven't seen Huber's reaction video yet)

[@MikedieONE]

@@arggamer He has seen it and knows him. thats why he came to the shenmue 3 trial test room at e3 when somebody told him that huber is playing now.

[@Miraglyth]

@@arggamer That's definitely the one, I figured he meant that before his impression, but the looking up and blinking really makes it obvious. Thanks for giving us an easy link to it!

[@ianANDtheLEYlines]

I need to jump back into Shenmue 1 and 2 through Game Pass. I don't watch a lot of film these days, but playing these games scratches that itch so well in such a strange way.

[@FireteamYogurt]

I just replayed both and can't believe how good they still are.

[@hoshi_no]

I love this rapid questions series. Keep it up.

[@mikececcarello1802]

I feel much respect for Suzuky san. He's a fuckin' genius at the same level of Miyamoto. He deserves more credits by media. All modern open word must give their thanks to Shenmue and his creator.

[@wendellsilva682]

Interviewer: "Does Ryo like the guys?" Yu Suzuki: "Mmmmmmhmmmm..." (while nodding head) 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 And this is why I love Yu Suzuki.

[@retrogamelord3763]

Mmmmhmmm...

[@r3n736]

We all know he searching for some sailors.

[@atyourbest8428]

that was edited tho

[@fantasythinkerfan]

"How much do you like Shenmue 3?" "7.5...5...5, 6 maybe..." XD

[@GodSkul]

Lol, you can tell he's a jokester.

[@roberttalada5196]

@@GodSkul Or honest.

[@shenmeowzo]

Well, he didn't reach his goal to make it as good as he wanted so no doubt he's had to cut corners of leave stuff out.. The fighting is apparently not all that great.

[@giovannyc3886]

I mean he's honest it still runs on the old mechanics the voice acting is still laughable and the graphics like plastic. For anybody who has been waiting 19 yrs it's a solid 8 maybe for everybody else is 5.5 or 6

[@Retroflex01]

Giovanny c At least he’s honest. I think a 7.5 maybe a 7 out of 10 is fair given he had to cut tons of stuff making it look like a rush job

[@DrLeatherface]

Ask deep silver.. lol that answer and his face made me believe he is mildly disgruntled at all the shit that compay has caused 😂

[@Miraglyth]

No kidding. That was disdain right there.

[@1georgekitchen]

Yu-San is too genuine for these money making machines and their shady tactics. He's not in it for the money.

[@ciscobriones5904]

He just loves making his dreams a reality... money has no hold on this wise man.

[@samfish5500]

He could've just waited on SEGA and did it with AM2.

[@DrLeatherface]

@@samfish5500 lol never would happen.

[@SledgeNE]

Forget Star Wars 9, Shenmue 3 will be the Title of the year. ^^

[@mikececcarello1802]

I hope so, but I think the overhyped walking stranding simulator will be the one.

[@heavensea141]

@@mikececcarello1802 Both are uniques games who not fall in the mainstream trap like game franchisees like call of duty. Haven't played either Death stranding or the Shenmue series, myself. Still i really hope Shenmue 3 will do well!

[@ThomasMBlank]

This didnt age well

[@musa4574]

Never thought I’d see a rapid fire with Yu Suzuki.

[@manhkhoanguyen5788]

the most respected man in Game Industry. Yu Suzuki is a legend

[@arijan-itanmuratovic7495]

Great job guys! Always a delight to watch your rapid fire interviews. Keep up the good work

[@LittleBigKid707b]

Yu Suzuki is all class. For those that may not know, he loves the fine things in life. He's been the owner of multiple Ferraris, loves fine wine, among other things. Years ago I read an old video game book and he mentioned these things in the interview amongst other hobbies I cant remember. I thought that was pretty interesting.

[@FlorisDVijfde]

Sounds like he got rich in the early (and brilliant) SEGA days. Shenmue has never made much money but he just worked on part 3 out of passion. A luxury for him, but also great for the fans.

[@uniqutilities2831]

Yu Suzuki. Kicking ass for decades. I salute you kindly, sir.

[@OrangeLightning]

TOM CONFIRMED.

[@janazjot8123]

Orange Lightning. ... Ya Man ...

[@retrogamelord3763]

YES

[@Pakhtonkhwazindabad]

Probably through flash-backs. What would he be doing in China's countryside lol

[@retrogamelord3763]

@@Pakhtonkhwazindabad The plane he took back to america suddenly changed route lmao

[@daveunknown01]

@@Pakhtonkhwazindabad getting cat and dog meat for his hotdogs

[@jaminwalker]

He’s honest. When he said 7.5. What’s awesome about that is creators are super critical of their own work.

[@maforo85]

Its probably because he couldn’t have SEGA stuff in Shenmue 3 like the arcade games, toys, ect. I think he wished he would have made Shenmue 3 back im the Dreamcast days. Back when he was really focused in it coming from Shenmue 2.

[@MetatroN197924]

Susuki is a perfectionist honest and humble person.Always wanted the games that created to be at least 9/10.Back then when sega had the money,he created titles that has years ahead of its time,see virtua fighter 3 ,hang on,outrun,shenmue.

[@Boyzby]

I love the answer for why Ryo can speak with people from mainland China. "Because it's a game." I'm also excited to hear Tom will show up in some way. Gives me hope for other characters too.

[@taisenbaisen1564]

Damn dude Shenmue 2 was already pretty big

[@prity777]

One of the best interviews I have ever seen, and I have seen some 15.000 of them ^^

[@MatMadikGCA]

Fantastic!!!!! Thank you for this interview👍!!!

[@aresef]

He was definitely having fun with this.

[@ericwilliams8420]

Yu's one of the best to ever do it in the games industry. I cannot wait to see what innovations he's come up with for Shenmue 3.

[@FuzzyDlop]

The band aids were a really nice touch.

[@RKOSun]

Yu Suzuki. The ultimate troll lol

[@ULTRAWIDE.]

Peter Molyneux entered the chat.

[@suitoha9336]

Amazing interview!! Thank you so much for sharing :)))

[@scottmichaelhedge5055]

Yeah, about Tom being in Shenmue III...

[@SkillJim]

The best video on the internet haha :D Love how he says "Shenmewwww!"

[@EvyDevy]

Haven't played Shenmue yet and this was still fun to watch.

[@alantaylorfc]

Play it!

[@eduardite]

good interview, all interviews should be like this one, quick question, quick answers

[@BeastlyGamer]

Thanks for the love for my reaction!

[@Miraglyth]

Thanks for making it! It's been an ullifting watch ever since.

[@BeastlyGamer]

@@Miraglyth you are welcome!!

[@KenShackler]

Pretty crazy having Yu Suzuki making an impression of you. XD

[@BeastlyGamer]

@@KenShackler tell me about it!

[@zowbaid89]

It took me 3 bandaids before I realized something was up with his face.

[@TheScratcherStudios]

I have seen many Yu interviews but THIS was by far the best!

[@Akechi_The_Phantom_Detective]

Yeah the QF interviews are hilarious.

[@-GameHacKeR-]

youtube removed my like on this video so i've readded it. this was the best rapid fire questions interview ever

[@Akechi_The_Phantom_Detective]

Bless that’s a sweet gesture. Yu seems like a really wholesome dude.

[@roastingpotato]

Awesome and fun interview!

[@kiryukiwami98]

great video ! so cool to see yu Suzuki :)

[@dictionarypictionary9872]

My friend who I first met in 2010 has always spoke of his favourite game of all time, Shenmue. I never knew what he was talking about but I respect his opinion. It made his day when he got Shenmue 3 and I enjoyed watching him play, especially with his enthusiasm for every detail. In the end I bought Shenmue 1 & 2 HD Remastered, played the first game for the opening town and then when I put Shenmue 2 on, straight away it all came rushing back. I had played the demo with my brother which we both loved, and then my old best friend from school who is half Chinese had the full game and we both loved playing it. I never got the full playthrough but going through the early stages of Shenmue 2 kept on bringing back forgotten childhood memories. The interactive playing style of Shenmue is one of a kind; challenging, sporty and fun. My friend is a champion for completing Hang On! Not something many people can boast of! I enjoy the music most of all, sometimes I find myself randomly whistling Shenhua's Theme, but I hope one day I go through the Shenmue series properly.

[@Solid_Snape]

I really enjoyed this. Yu's just a legend. Ben did good too ;) Keep it up

[@Zack29810]

Yu Suzuki is such a legend.

[@Dukefazon]

Usually the Japanese Rapid-Fire Questions are not that rapid and kinda boring but this one was really-really good! Yu Suzuki knows the deal :)

[@Neo-Kable]

Man, Yu Suzuki is a legend.

[@SolidMGSnake]

This is the best interview of Yu Suzuki ever lol

[@TBfilms657]

Great questions, Suzuki is a funny and down to earth dude

[@no_nameington]

What a nice interview he gave

[@loudlawnmower]

i love how honest he was about the 7.5 review rating for shenmue 3 lol

[@briandrumgold642]

This interview had me rollin bro 😂😂😂

[@Retroflex01]

I respect the honesty. A 7.5/10 is pretty spot on considering the amount of last minute cuts to reach the deadline and not blow over the budget

[@suenterry1160]

I’ve been waiting for the game on 18 years,my 8 years old started playing to this.

[@Akechi_The_Phantom_Detective]

Aw, that's so sweet. Hope you and he enjoy it buddy, it looks awesome.

[@Kidvid711]

Yu Suzuki is the best. I'm glad he continue to make games. He's always been a creative person, and leaving a good mark in this world. I personally thought he retired.

[@Akechi_The_Phantom_Detective]

This is an oddly sweet sentiment amid these comments.

[@DycypleLo17]

this was a cool interviem for Yu. He knows exacley what he is doing with Shenmue. More to come. For all we know the story is finished, an now it just comes out in parts. Great video,,funny Yu is here.hahaa Shenmewwwwwwww!haha

[@pinkspider28]

GI: Describe Space Harrier in one word... Yu: Shooting game GI: That's two words... Yu: Game...

[@megamanx1291]

Collections, Trailers & Medleys my favorite 😂

[@Mort64562]

“Nice and smooth feeling” pretty on point. See Hotel niaowu or any jazz bar

[@pinkspider28]

This series is definitely best with Japanese game developers

[@mattoliver66]

Utter gold and Yu Suzuki is a good sport. He seemed to enjoy it.

[@AleksandreMzhavia]

Big respect to Suzuki-san!

[@gizelbelcoot]

3:15 need a gif of that

[@SevenDeMagnus]

So cool. Where's that video of that fan going: "Shenmue" (I loved how Yu imitated it, lol).

[@laterskater_indiegame5369]

That was fantastic hahaha. Love GI.

[@jasmine-ruff-puff9951]

Tom returns :0 And Ryo "doesn't care about anything", lmao

[@eskorbutocronico1892]

doesn't care about anything else than revenge

[@joeymontanez3249]

@@eskorbutocronico1892 Yeah that's what I got from that. It's super easy to tell in game too. Even a few characters at the beginning of 2 pretty much outright say it to him. I mean I guess he cared about Nozomi in a way. I always felt like it didn't feel genuine or very strong though. I don't know why he even cared she was going to Canada when he was going to China himself anyway.

[@7ten]

Haha this is great, really enjoyed it

[@RequiemDream]

Me too my friend :)

[@sca8217]

The fact that Tom is in III makes me want to speed run through the games to reach Tom's appearance... I'm just beginning at Kowloon City in disc 3. Long way to go...

[@mrgreen027]

This guy... This guy... XD what a way to start the interview!!!!

[@budgiecat2885]

Yu Suzuki said Shenmue would never cross over with Yakuza, but imo it already did. In Shenmue 1, in the gambling room, the rude long haired doorman with the sunglasses is Akira Nishikiyama, Kiryu's childhood friend from Yakuza Zero, and inside the gambling room where the Yakuza were, the older man with the purple suit, slicked back hair and gold sunglasses with the scruffy voice is Daisaku Kuze, senior lieutenant of the Dojima yakuza family from Yakuza Zero as well. Since Yakuza Zero took place in Japan in 1988, and Shenmue took place late 1986, its very much plausible :p

[@ajud24]

Shenmue cross Yakuza. I never knew I needed this with all my heart.

[@Nifava]

He rated hisown game 7.5 out of 10. He knew.

[@isaaqdearmas]

3:00 About the Dreamcast Controller: we feel you man, we feel you!

[@jrno93]

Bandaid face was hilarious

[@ottolehto]

7.5 sounds about right. At least he wasn't overhyping his game!

[@Knux02]

legendary.

[@rickdeckard2622]

He's def a living Legend !!

[@NinteSegaRarew]

I'm so very excited and hyped for Shenmue III!!!!! I'm sure it will receive a lot of critical acclaim just like the first two and it better sell very strong!

[@dreamcast3w525]

3:02 take that fans

[@SiManRevolution]

His Lan-Di answer makes me think my pet theory about him being a double against the Chi You Men might be right.

[@innoclarke7435]

A very long time ago, Yu Suzuki opened his mouth far more than he should have in different interviews and divulged quite a lot of the plot going forward. It's exceptionally difficult to find at this point, but let me be the one to tell you that Lan Di isn't a double agent against the CYM... but he's also not quite what he seems either.

[@megamanx1291]

Get A Extra Life I do think he’s some undercover badass who had no choice but to kill Daddy

[@High5Authentic]

We are obviously gonna see flashbacks when ryo fights Chai and talks to Tom more than once. Maybe playing alittle part in yokoska because yu said we will be seeing Tom alittle isnt that right. I'm guessing also we will see one of the fighting masters from Shenmue 2, perhaps master Baihu.

[@MrLloydFletcher]

Great interview Yu is a funny guy.

[@FantasyNero]

No Yu too

[@ianatkins9464]

Wasn't Berkley a darts player in shenmue 2?

[@rocketman6845]

3:11 Clearly, he was talking about Beastly Gamer

[@scottmichaelhedge5055]

We're gonna see Tom in Shenmue 3??

[@AlexSantana-om4zf]

Yu Suzuki el puto AMO !!!

[@tonywizdard1531]

And we waited 19 years for a game that didn’t matter... Yu’s a cool guys but damn...

[@rcadenow7543]

Man what a legend...made outrun!

[@evergaolbird]

Despite I hate the decisions of the publisher did with Shenmue 3's "1 year" exclusivity, I just can't hate Yu Suzuki-san at all. Ganbatte Kudasai!

[@youthnando]

Hopefully the guys at the Yakuza team help him out for sequels, or even lets him use the Dragon Engine

[@samfish5500]

That's said, Day 1 Yu Suzuki San... Day1

[@DavidMajors]

"It's a game." Making pedantic heads explode, Suzuki-san.

[@MrStrangermoon]

slow life. damnnnnn thats soo true.

[@Yusukeleon]

Is ok just.., can ask refine more on main female's look? The one in CG (wallpaper) on Shenmue 1 seem looks more...

[@Akechi_The_Phantom_Detective]

This is such an adorably specific comment.

[@HKT-4300]

I did not expect this to be the funniest shit i've ever seen, Shootingu gamu

[@starpier]

I cant believe he asked Yu Suzuki whose idea was the cable on the front of the dreamcast crontroller...