Why Shenmue Was Always Good | And Still Is

As a series, Shenmue has seen plenty of ups and downs. Fans claim it to be a masterpiece, while critics and popular opinion seem to hold that the game is too self indulgent for its own good. Join Segalacious and a whole host of Shenmue fans as they finally put to rest why it is that Shenmue was always good. This one's a doozy. Let's get into it!

Shenmue the Virtua Fighter RPG video link:    • Shenmue: The Virtua Fighter RPG  

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Some footage borrowed from:

Mr. 357 -    • Shenmue: The Movie Remastered (Fan remake)  

Kenjito Master -    • Shenmue - 70 Man Battle Time Attack (3:36:13)  

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dirty salsa -    • Brush off Your Shoulder - from The Quick &...  

Videogame Dunkey

Jim Sterling

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Written, narrated, captured, and edited by Segalacious. Overlays by wacky Jim.

Special thanks to: Corey Marshall, Josh Deleon, Adam Koralik, Demetrius Nance, Personal Magnus, Oregon Pacifist, Heidi Katrina, Steve Tyson, Mekel James, James Reiner, Karim Jovian, and Anadil Albalushi, and to all the friendmues out there in the world.