What's Shenmue: An Article About The Saga's History

[Sonoshee]

Dojo community member Amir has written an extensive article on the history of the Shenmue franchise.

Each of the four parts listed below covers a specific area of Shenmue's illustrious past and is a highly recommended read for all Shenmue enthusiasts - or those who simply want a better understanding of the franchise's history.

Part I:
Of Dreams and Dreamcasts

Part II:
The Death of the Dreamcast and Shenmue’s Uncertain Fate

Part III:
The Brief Lives of Shenmue Online & Shenmue City, Birth of Ys Net & Seeds of an Idea

Part IV:
Fear, Uncertainty, Doubt and Hope

[NeoShredder]

This was a delightful read, didn't stop reading even when it was a massive text, absolutely nailed it Amir.

[Anonymous81]

As said in the other topic in which it was mentioned (and it does deserve to be front page, so glad to see it!) this should be read by anyone with a passing interest in Shenmue at all. And I will continue to share these links with everyone I can. Awesome retrospective. Brought back memories.

[Monkei]

Really a great read with lots of interesting facts. Nice to see it from your point of view, too. Love the "shark needs to swim" quote. Thanks for that, Amir!