It is a 2/5, but a really fun 2/5. Like a budget EDF (which is a scary statement).

So the game has its flaws but it is Yakuza at its most Yakuza. The plot is convoluted but the actual character writing is some of the best in the series. The combat is probably the easiest one but it is fun being that OP. The new cities need a bit of work but the game has some of the funniest substories in the series (such as Santa Saejima). Music is amazing in general and this game has the most side content in the series.

This rating is mainly due to its great mechanics that you can have fun with in Mercenaries mode. Outside of that, the game is pretty bad as the campaigns aren't really built for you to take advantage of the mechanics.

The story is a mess that has way too many setpieces but you can have fun if you and the person you are playing with want to tear it into as it can be very funny on accident.