Shenmue Dojo Show

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The Shenmue Dojo Show returns for a new discussion episode! This time we chat about our experiences of Gamescom 2025, along with the announcement of Shenmue 3 Enhanced, our Interview with ININ Games and all of the answers.

Timestamps:

INTRO (00:00:00)

NEWS (00:10:38)

MUSIC - NOT EVEN A MOMENT (00:20:20)

MAIN DISCUSSION - SHENMUE 3 ENHANCED DISCUSSION (00:24:08)

MAIN DISCUSSION - GAMESCOM CHAT (00:45:28)

MUSIC - THE BAR (01:09:39)

MAIN DISCUSSION - ININ INTERVIEW (01:12:12)

OUTRO (01:53:45)

MUSIC - SHENMUE 3 BACKER TITLE 4 (01:58:00)

News:

* Metro Article - https://metro.co.uk/2025/08/09/video-game-made-fall-love-gaming-readers-feature-23869125/

* Shenmue 3 Enhanced Announced - https://shenmuedojo.com/shenmue-3-enhanced-edition-announced/

* Adam Sipione Video - https://youtu.be/6QExiibIrZU

* A Gamer's Journey: Limited Edition Blu ray - https://www.thirdphasemedia.ca/product-page/a-gamer-s-journey-limited-edition-kickstarter-bluray

* Shenmue AM2 Podcast Ep - https://youtu.be/CUYfz8EYEhY

* Magnus Video Mentioned - https://youtu.be/FRM0uHdFL_8

* Adam Koralik Video - TBC

* Wandering Through Shenmue - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNFcvAYee2w6574bBC1Eznw

Mentioned Links:

* ININ Games Interview - https://youtu.be/4pu6B5Tev10

* Gamescom Vlog - https://youtu.be/-cIEiAjE3zg

* Pre-release Vid - https://youtu.be/emr7VC30cjM

* Matt's Articles: Opening Night Live - https://shenmuedojo.com/opening-night-live-2025-review/

* Matt's Articles: Gamescom - https://shenmuedojo.com/gamescom-2025-shnemue-3-enhanced-hands-on-with-the-games/

* Shenmue 3 Graphics Upgrade Mod - https://www.nexusmods.com/shenmue3/mods/10

Notable Links:

* Shenmue Dojo - ⁠https://shenmuedojo.com⁠

* Shenmue Dojo Discord - ⁠https://discord.com/invite/AFsFkXwjgt⁠

* RADIO SEGA - ⁠https://www.radiosega.net/⁠

* Terra Player - ⁠https://terraplayer.com/shows/the-shenmue-dojo-show⁠

Music Used:

Shenmue the Animation - Justice of Ryo (Show Introduction)

Shenmue 3 OST - Not Even A Moment

Shenmue 3 OST - The Bar

Shenmue 3 Game Files - Backer Title 4

Background music is various Shenmue 3 pieces.

Visit the Shenmue Dojo Forums to discuss all things Shenmue: ⁠https://www.shenmuedojo.com/forum/index.php⁠

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During our recent trip to Gamescom in Köln, Germany, we had the fortunate opportunity to sit down with Felix and Heiko from ININ Games and ask them a variety of questions about the recently unveiled Shenmue 3 Enhanced.

This is the full interview, except for the final 5 minutes, which were unfortunately cut off from our recording. However, Matt and James recap the missing answers that were revealed during the conversation.

To view the video version, check out - https://youtu.be/4pu6B5Tev10

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Show Description:

The Shenmue Dojo Show returns for our 3rd successive yearly music special. This time we cover the incredible soundtrack for Shenmue 3. Come join us on a musical extravaganza, as we share 6 each of our favourite Bailu and Niaowu pieces, along with the community vote on the best mini game music!

Timestamps: INTRO (00:00:00)

MUSIC BLOCK 1 - INTRO (00:09:40)

CHAT (00:14:58)

MUSIC BLOCK 2 - BAILU VILLAGE PART 1 (00:20:07)

MINI GAME RANK 5 (00:43:25)

MUSIC BLOCK 3 - BAILU VILLAGE PART 2 (00:48:55)

MINI GAME RANK 4 (01:09:48)

TRANSITION (01:12:00)

MUSIC BLOCK 4 - NIAOWU PART 1 (01:16:15)MINI GAME RANK 3 (01:41:30)

MUSIC BLOCK 5 - NIAOWU PART 2 (01:45:17)

MINI GAME RANK 2 (02:05:44)

TRANSITION (02:12:40)

MINI GAME RANK 1 (02:14:10)

OUTRO (02:18:12)

MUSIC BLOCK 6 - OUTRO (02:20:50)

Notable Links:

* Shenmue Dojo - ⁠https://shenmuedojo.com⁠

* Shenmue Dojo Discord - ⁠https://discord.com/invite/AFsFkXwjgt

⁠* RADIO SEGA - ⁠https://www.radiosega.net/⁠

* Terra Player - ⁠https://terraplayer.com/shows/the-shenmue-dojo-show⁠

Mentioned Links:

* Matt's Video - Shenmue 2025 State of Play - https://youtu.be/OLyHfDn2ETI

* Shenmue 1 Music Special - https://youtu.be/IlGL7CvaRVM

* Shenmue 2 Music Special - https://youtu.be/XjAPxsBDP5g

Music Used:

Shenmue the Animation - Justice of Ryo (Show Introduction)

1: Shenmue Theme - Piano (Title Screen)

2: Cave Scene

3: Pastoral Village

4: Spoken Words

5: Lights

6: Market Scene

7: Serene Nights

8: Mother's Cooking

9: Cargo Loader's Theme (Forklifting)

10: Ox In Tow

11: When Young

12: Hilly Path

13: Secrets of a Warehouse

14: The Bell Tower

15: Sunrise Hills

16: Bailu Chan (Bailu Chan Hunt Theme)

17: Shenhua - Sedge Flower - Original Version

18: Flow of the Lijian River

19: People Coming and Going

20: Street Stall Bustle

21: Save Shenmue Building Day

22: Save Shenmue Building Night

23: Ren of the Port

24: Master's Teaching

25: Revenge (Fighting Training)

26: Flowering Hill

27: Wise Men's Quarter - Visiting History and Tradition

28: Seeking Healing

29: New Paradise

30: Reap the Whirlwind

31: To the Final Battlefield

32: Lucky Hit

33: A New Vow

34: With the Earth (Chopping Wood)

35: Plum Season

36: Shenmue - Sedge Tree - Original Version

37: A Bad Dream

38: Backer Credits Music Reprise

Background music:

Battle Rally Theme

Road of Blooming Flowers

For Tomorrow

A Mesmerizing Knife (During Outro)

Visit the Shenmue Dojo Forums to discuss all things Shenmue: ⁠https://www.shenmuedojo.com/forum/index.php⁠

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The Shenmue Dojo Show is back for a GDC 2000 Special! James and Matt watch and react to the old Game Developers Conference for Shenmue, featuring Greg Thomas and Yu Suzuki, in this awesome talk from 2000. We also break down all of the latest Shenmue news and play some fantastic new fan tunes!

Timestamps:

INTRO (00:00:00)

NEWS (00:08:55)

MUSIC - RED RUM - NIGHTFALL REMIX (LYRICAL VERSION) (00:49:14)

MAIN DISCUSSION - GDC 2000 REACTION PART 1 (00:52:52)

MUSIC - SYSTEM OF A DOJO - KARATE CHOP SUEY (01:49:17)

MAIN DISCUSSION - GDC 2000 REACTION PART 2 (01:39:40)

OUTRO (02:32:55)MUSIC - RYOX - FRACTURED LIGHT (02:36:53)

Notable Links:

* Shenmue Dojo - ⁠https://shenmuedojo.com⁠

* Shenmue Dojo Discord - ⁠https://discord.com/invite/AFsFkXwjgt⁠

* RADIO SEGA - ⁠https://www.radiosega.net/⁠

* Terra Player - ⁠https://terraplayer.com/shows/the-shenmue-dojo-show⁠

News:

* Dreamcast Games That Have Aged Like Fine Wine - https://shenmuedojo.com/shenmue-1-again-hic/

* ININ Games Tease - https://shenmuedojo.com/shenmue-3-inin-games-teases/

* Chase Interview - https://shenmuedojo.com/shenmue-dojo-interviews-chase-media-relations-director-during-sega-dreamcast-american-launch/

* Eric Kelso Cameo - https://youtu.be/0Bj5gNjbKnA

* Times Square Anniversary - https://youtu.be/9ovHkU83Yok

* E3 10 Year Anniversary - https://youtu.be/u2_JsmaFH7c

* FiGGYZ Available Now - https://youtu.be/355wVezDYIc

* FiGGYZ Website - https://figgyz.com/

* Limited Run Games Merch Unboxing - https://youtu.be/kt8CkRedm-Y

* SEGA Leaks Sales - https://youtu.be/lP-sxdrLIrk

* Ryo in Shinobi Art of Vengence - https://youtu.be/vSOHcfiAQ1k

* Shenmue Back In Yokosuka SEGA Saturn Fan Game - https://shenmuedojo.com/shenmue-back-in-yokosuka-for-the-sega-saturn-release/

* Sonic Racing Crossworlds Ryo Chance? - https://youtu.be/hqctT9YR43c

* Shenmue Fangame Concept by Kenzo Games - https://youtu.be/oPyylS62zZ8

Mentioned Links:

* GDC Website - https://gdconf.com/

* GDC 2000 Lineup - https://www.gamedeveloper.com/game-platforms/gdc-2000-line-up

* GDC 2000 Yu Suzuki Shenmue Interview Website - https://www.gamedeveloper.com/design/video-i-shenmue-i-director-yu-suzuki-s-classic-gdc-2000-interview

* GDC Vault Shenmue - https://www.youtube.com/watch

* GDC Shenmue Master Version (THE ONE WE REACTED TO) - https://youtu.be/q3C_TMXFF08

Music Used:

Shenmue the Animation - Justice of Ryo (Show Introduction)

Red Rum - Nightfall Remix (Lyrical Version) - https://youtu.be/yIsYAYEWqs0

System of a Dojo - Karate Chop Suey

RyoX - Fractured Light - https://ryox.bandcamp.com/album/kintsugi-dreams

Background music is various Shenmue 3 pieces.

Visit the Shenmue Dojo Forums to discuss all things Shenmue: ⁠https://www.shenmuedojo.com/forum/index.php⁠

Watch the visual show version for this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/w6Asy1CBtME

Listen to the audio Podcast version via all good Podcast providers and Spotify.

Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/3SHIts34fqgcHnMwbWCWJ4?si=75281fc01f5c47f9⁠

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Listen to our show live a day before our YouTube premiere over on Radio SEGA and Terra Player, every other Monday's from 8pm GMT! RADIO SEGA - ⁠https://www.radiosega.net/⁠

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Taken from our Feb 4th Stream, James and Matt work through a Shenmue Character Tier list to finally guage the best and worst characters of the series!What do you all think?Tier list for you to take part: https://tiermaker.com/create/shenmue-characters-17310424?downloadedImage=true Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjvnGvNdVyOcXkYanOfmRoQ/join

Welcome to a very special BONUS SHOW of the Shenmue Dojo Show!In this final part of our exclusive Auction Artworks series, we unveil the last batch of rare and never-before-seen artwork acquired from a historic auction. These incredible pieces offer a unique window into the development and evolution of Shenmue, showcasing concept art, character designs, and storyboards that help tell the story of how Yu Suzuki's masterpiece came to life.Join us as we celebrate the conclusion of this journey through Shenmue’s visual legacy — a true treasure trove for fans and preservationists alike.Thank you for coming along with us on this special series.This is Part 3 — The Finale.📌 Watch Parts 1 & 2 if you haven’t already to see the full collection!Part 1: https://youtu.be/9BlzDx6UVOQPart 2: https://youtu.be/DePZreDA6Bs#Shenmue #ShenmueDojo #ShenmueArt #ShenmueHistory #YuSuzuki #GamePreservation #ShenmueLegacy #SegaDreamcast #RareGameArt #ShenmueIV #ShenmueDojoShow #ShenmueCommunityJoin this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjvnGvNdVyOcXkYanOfmRoQ/join

James and Matt sit down with Chase, the Media Relations Director during the Dreamcast's launch in America, for a chat all about the various events he worked on with his team to help promote the Dreamcast and a variety of games, including Shenmue! We discuss Yu Suzuki talking Shenmue at GDC 2000, various promotional items and tie in's and more around this exciting time for SEGA, and their fans.Links:* Chase on X/Twitter - https://x.com/ChasejustChase* Chase Talk @ Game Realms - https://youtu.be/2cZnKiWbSJo* GDC 2000 Footage - https://youtu.be/q3C_TMXFF08* GDC Vault - https://www.gamedeveloper.com/design/video-i-shenmue-i-director-yu-suzuki-s-classic-gdc-2000-interview* GDC Presentation Slides - https://shenmuedojo.com/media/gdc-2000-presentation-slides/* E3 - https://e3expo.com/E3.html* Stream Elements - https://streamelements.comDive deep into the world of retro gaming as we sit down with Chase, the SEGA Dreamcast Launch Media Relations Director, for an exclusive Shenmue Dojo interview! 🎮✨In this video, we explore:🔹 Insider stories from the SEGA Dreamcast launch🔹 Behind-the-scenes anecdotes about Shenmue’s promotion🔹 Marketing strategies and media relations insights, including promotional merchandising🔹 The legacy of Dreamcast and its impact on modern gamingWhether you’re a lifelong Shenmue fan, a SEGA Dreamcast collector, or simply curious about video game marketing, this interview is packed with insider knowledge and nostalgia. We cover legendary SEGA campaigns, Dreamcast console history, and how Shenmue revolutionised open-world gaming.📢 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more Shenmue Dojo content! Hit the 🔔 bell to stay updated on upcoming guest interviews and future discussions.

AUCTION ARTWORKS PART 2 - NPCS WITH SHENMUSINGS - BONUS SHOW - Shenmue Dojo ShowJoin Matt, James and resident Shenmue expert Shenmusings as they explore the NPC's from the Auction Artworks! We discover some characters who never made it into the games, face swaps and a potential character from the currently unused train chapter!LINKS:Shenmusings: https://shenmusings.wordpress.com/Auction Artwork: https://shenmuedojo.com/original-shenmue-development-artwork-documents/Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjvnGvNdVyOcXkYanOfmRoQ/join

Matt and James talk about the real reasons why Shenmue might have won the bafta for the most influential video game of all time, discussing the parts of the game considered influential, the games that were influenced, and the game developers that cited Shenmue as one of their influences.

Timestamps:

INTRO (00:00:00)

NEWS (00:08:32)

MUSIC - PROJECT X ZONE 2: SHENMUE THEME (00:39:32)

MAIN DISCUSSION - SHENMUE'S INFLUENCE PART 1 (00:41:52)

MUSIC - COOL Z THEME REMIX (01:37:31)

MAIN DISCUSSION - SHENMUE'S INFLUENCE PART 2 (01:39:40)

MUSIC - REN'S ANIME THEME (02:09:50)

SHENMUE VOICES QUIZ (02:11:42)

OUTRO (02:23:40)

MUSIC - NIGHTFALL REMIX (02:26:08)

Notable Links:

* Shenmue Dojo - ⁠https://shenmuedojo.com⁠

* Shenmue Dojo Discord - ⁠https://discord.com/invite/AFsFkXwjgt⁠

* RADIO SEGA - ⁠https://www.radiosega.net/⁠

* Terra Player - ⁠https://terraplayer.com/shows/the-shenmue-dojo-show⁠

News:

* Shenmue Wins a Bafta - https://shenmuedojo.com/shenmue-wins-a-bafta/

* Shenmue on ITV News - https://youtu.be/7-nNaegZTts

* Artwork Release - https://shenmuedojo.com/original-shenmue-development-artwork-documents/

* Shenmue the Movie MIL CD - https://shenmuedojo.com/shenmue-the-movie-sega-dreamcast-mil-cd-release/

* Shenmue Fan Game, Journey To Hong Kong - https://youtu.be/I_8DIA--zio

* Hood Story: Hong Kong Triads - https://youtu.be/m1sOhIj72ME

* Shenmue Back In Yokosuka SEGA Saturn Fan Game - https://shenmuedojo.com/shenmue-back-in-yokosuka-for-the-sega-saturn-release/

* Steel Paws Review - https://shenmuedojo.com/steel-paws-the-dojo-review/

Mentioned Links:

* David Cage & Yu Suzuki - https://youtu.be/y8gxwGIDPFs

* Toshihiro Nagoshi, Famitsu Interview - https://www.famitsu.com/news/201905/11176069.html

* Yakuza Article, Medium - https://medium.com/@FreeckyCake/what-inspired-the-yakuza-series-2bd12d4e7283

* Steve Gayner - https://www.vg247.com/amy-hennig-hideaki-itsuno-and-other-developers-share-their-favorite-dreamcast-games-20-years-later

* Katsuhiro Harada Part 1 - https://www.phantomriverstone.com/2016/12/yu-suzuki-interview-part-1.html?m=1

* Katsuhiro Harada Part 2 - https://www.phantomriverstone.com/2017/01/yu-suzuki-katsuhiro-harada-interview.html?m=1

* Takayuki Nakayama - https://gamerant.com/street-fighter-6-director-nakayama-world-tour-shenmue-similar-comments/

* On Your Tail - https://x.com/onyourtailgame/status/1805908996781379627, https://x.com/onyourtailgame/status/1862028439248613457, https://x.com/onyourtailgame/status/1787906782813212937

Music Used:

Shenmue the Animation - Justice of Ryo (Show Introduction)

Project X Zone 2 - Shenmue Main Theme

Shenmue the Animation - Ren's Theme

Anadil Albalushi - Cool Z Theme Remake (https://youtu.be/KKfSC6n51wk)

Red Rum - Nightfall 2025 Remix (https://youtu.be/tIsZB4jWVFo)

Background music is Save Shenmue Building for News, and then all FREE songs for main discussion. Quiz is What's Shenmue Main Quest.

Visit the Shenmue Dojo Forums to discuss all things Shenmue: ⁠https://www.shenmuedojo.com/forum/index.php⁠

Watch the visual show version for this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/453EOuM1YQg

Listen to the audio Podcast version via all good Podcast providers and Spotify.

Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/3SHIts34fqgcHnMwbWCWJ4?si=75281fc01f5c47f9

⁠Apple: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/shenmue-dojo-show/id1546577751⁠

Spotify for Podcasts: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shenmue-dojo⁠

Terra Player: ⁠https://terraplayer.com/shows/the-shenmue-dojo-show⁠

Listen to our show live a day before our YouTube premiere over on Radio SEGA and Terra Player, every other Monday's from 8pm GMT! RADIO SEGA - ⁠https://www.radiosega.net/⁠

Please give us your thoughts and feedback on this episode wherever you please, be it on Twitter, the Forums, or any of our contact options - we'd love to know what you thought!

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SHENMUE 4 - AUCTION ARTWORK RELEASE AND ANALYSIS - Shenmue Dojo Show

Join Matt and James for a SPECIAL bonus podcast celebrating the release of the Auction Artworks and extensive analysis of potential Shenmue 4 characters and locations!

ACCESS THE ARTWORKS HERE: https://shenmuedojo.com/original-shenmue-development-artwork-documents/

MAY CONTAIN SPOILERS!

TIMESTAMPS:

0:00:47 - Introduction and Aquiring the Artworks

0:07:24 - Cliff Temple - Shenmue 4 Location!

0:21:32 - Shenhua Profile

0:46:39 - Xiuying and Ziming Arts

0:49:18 - Niao Sun / Li Feng Profile

1:04:49 - The Triplets - Yuanda Zhu's Helpers - Possible Shenmue 4 Characters

1:17:28 - Liu Shengguo

1:23:05 - Coloured Pen Sketches

1:24:01 - Mao / 4 Important Females / Ren's Heritage

1:32:43 - Shenmue 3 Characters - Random Kickstarter Guy - Yanglang - Elder Yeh

1:33:49 - Hu Hso - Shenmue 4 Character - Suzhou

1:35:54 - Summary

1:37:07 - Competition and End

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