The new versions of Yakuza Kiwami on the Xbox Store are generating confusion among players (possible solution)

Users report differences in prices, updates and packages for the enhanced versions of Kiwami.

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Over the past few hours, several players have encountered an unexpected situation when checking out the new enhanced editions of two Yakuza classics. The Xbox store has updated its listings, changed some packages, and activated discounts that aren’t working the same for everyone, leaving many wondering what’s going on exactly.

The situation, as we’ve understood from comments from Generation Xbox readers, is that experiences are very disparate: some have been able to download the revamped version at no extra cost, while others only see partial offers or prices that change from one moment to another within the store itself.

What’s happening with Kiwami 1 and Kiwami 2 in their new editions

The new versions of Yakuza Kiwami and Yakuza Kiwami 2 aren’t being sold separately. Instead, the Xbox Store is showing packages that include both the Xbox One edition and the enhanced version for Xbox Series, which has caused quite a bit of confusion among those who were only looking for the individual update.

Players are generally seeing the following:

• The new version of Kiwami 2 appears as free if you already own the original on Xbox. For many users, the update is activated directly, and they can download it without paying anything.

• The new version of Kiwami 1 doesn’t follow the same logic: instead of being free, some players are receiving a special offer of around $2, while others aren’t seeing that discount applied, despite having the previous edition in their library.

• The Kiwami 1 + Kiwami 2 bundle has also changed, showing new entries and updated prices, which adds to the confusion for those who intended to buy both together.

• Additionally, some players point out that the store correctly detects game ownership in one case but not the other, even when both are purchased on the same account.

The arrival of the Director’s Cut of another title in the series and the future update of an additional installment planned for next year have also been announced, but for now, the biggest question is why the update policy isn’t uniform between both versions.

What can I do?

• The store is mixing up old and new versions

The enhanced editions have been published as new products, and the store still doesn’t recognize well which users have the original versions. That’s why some people get it for free, others see an offer, and others see nothing.

• Licenses haven’t been fully synchronized

Kiwami 2 is usually recognized correctly and appears as a free update. Kiwami 1 is causing more problems: some people see the update for a few dollars, and others don’t see it even though they have the game purchased.

Prices and discounts are changing as the store updates

It’s normal for offers to come and go during the first few days, as the store is still applying changes.

If SEGA or Xbox clarifies the pricing and update system for these enhanced editions, we’ll let you know immediately. In the meantime, it’s a good idea to check the store calmly and see what offers apply to each account, as the experience varies considerably between users.