The release of the Nintendo Switch 2 was accompanied by re-releases of several beloved games on the console. This includesYakuza 0 Director’s Cut, the definitive version of a beloved prequel that is the perfect entry point forYakuzafans.
Thenew cutscenes added in thisDirector’s Cutmay be the topic of much debate among theYakuzafaithful, but they can rest assured that the existing content hasn’t been changed too much. This includes Real Estate Royale, where players should use the best staff members to ensure that their properties are working optimally.
8Mafia Boss
Role: Security
Security may not be the most useful job rolein Real Estate Royale, but players who don’t want their collections to be halted shouldn’t skimp out on this front. This is why the Mafia Boss can be so valuable once he’s unlocked.
He’s the best security personnel in the game, although players must farm the relationship gauge with Kitajima the Shroomer to acquire his services. It’s a worthwhile grind, since the Mafia Boss will ensure that no property will face any major collection problems.
7Leisure King
Role: Manager
The Leisure King is the first of the Five Billionaires that Kiryu must defeat to move forward with his projects. It eases players into the workings of Real Estate Royale and nets a great bonus once this character is defeated.
The other billionaires are introduced, and the Leisure King decides to join Kiryu and help him become one ofthe biggest real estate moguls in Kamurocho. His influence as a manager grows steadily and never goes negative until the fifth collection period, which is the case for every manager in the game.
6Fortune-teller
Role: Advisor
The Fortune-teller is a unique resident of Kamurocho and a treat forlong-time fans of the series. Her predictions about Kiryu are accurate, mentioning tidbits of the things he is up to in laterYakuzagames.
After completing her substory, players can hire her as an advisor. She is adept in almost every area aside from the adult entertainment sector, although players will need a solid wad of cash to improve properties using her services.
5Gambling King
The Gambling King is yet another member of the Five Billionaires that players will defeat whilegoing through Real Estate Royale. He’s a powerful foe who should be left alone until players have the funds needed to take him on.
Overcoming him is a grueling affair that rewards players with his services in Real Estate Royale. He’s one of the best managers in the game who has a rocky start before eventually paying dividends over the course of the next three collection periods.
4Officer Kikuchi
While exploring Kamurocho, Kiryu will be subject to regular body searches by Kikuchi, an officer trying to make a name for himself. All players need to do is give him something cheap and non-suspicious, and his Friendship gauge will improve.
Doing this multiple times maxes out their friendship, allowing Kiryu to hire Kikuchi in a security role. His start is a bit iffy, but he quickly proves himself to be a reliable property protector who will ensure that the player’s collections won’t be hampered.
3Stephen Spining
It goes without saying that this character is an on-the-nose reference to Steven Spielberg. Kiryu is hired to help this director shoot Miracle Johnson’s music video without letting the musician be incapacitated.
It’s a premise that’s as ridiculous as it sounds, but players will love engaging in this quirky substory that shows the very best of whatYakuzahas to offer. The cherry on top of this cake is that Stephen joins Kiryu’s company as a manager who can reliably handle properties and improve their returns.
2Pleasure King
Once Real Estate Royale opens up, players must defeat the other members of the Five Billionaires and slowly make a name for themselves. This includes the Pleasure King, who can be a tough nut to crack but will eventually cave in.
After beating him and his cronies to a pulp, players get this character’s services as an advisor. Given that he is the only advisor adept at improving the revenue of adult entertainment properties (one of the highest earners), it’s easy to see why players will give him all the money he needs to ensure that these properties boast optimal performance.
1Miracle Johnson
After helping knockoff Michael Jackson shoot his bootleg Thriller video, players can encounter Miracle Johnson once again in Maharaja. They’ll be challenged to a dance battle that’s impossible to win, showing this artist’s skills as an elite-level performer.
He lets Kiryu choose his reward before eventually offering his services as an advisor. Fans should jump on this opportunity, since Miracle is the best advisor in the game, although he costs a ton of money, and players should weigh the pros and cons of an investment before going forward with him.
