((new)) — Yakuza Kiwami 2 Update V1 2-codex

Prior to V1.2, entering the "Majima Construction" mini-game caused frame-rate drops into the 40s on high-end GPUs due to particle overload. The V1.2 update optimizes the particle physics engine, allowing locked 60 FPS even during the explosive construction battles.

The changelog read:

Resolved a bug where save data descriptions would occasionally disappear. Input & UI: Fixed incorrect keyboard/mouse prompts during combat. Corrected the missing English letters on Shogi pieces . Yakuza Kiwami 2 Update V1 2-CODEX

Yakuza Kiwami 2 Update v1.2 (specifically the CODEX release) refers to a 2019 patch aimed at improving the PC port's performance and customisation options. While technically a "beta" update on Steam, it was widely adopted to address several day-one technical hurdles. Key Improvements in Update v1.2 Prior to V1

, if you fall into one of these categories: Input & UI: Fixed incorrect keyboard/mouse prompts during

: A new version of the game was released on Steam in late 2025 to include additional language support