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RGG Studios is developing an action game titled Stranger Than Heaven, which serves as a prequel to the Yakuza series. The game spans 50 years, starting in 1915, and follows Makoto Daito, a boy of mixed Japanese and American heritage. Key characters include Yu Shinjo, Makoto's friend and rival, and Orpheus, an international smuggler voiced by Snoop Dogg. The game features five cities: Kokura (1915), Kure (1929), Minami (1943), Atami (1951), and Kamurocho (1965). Music plays a significant role, with gameplay mechanics allowing players to record environmental sounds. The combat system has evolved to a more dynamic style, focusing on Makoto's limbs and weaponry. The narrative hints at connections to the Yakuza franchise, particularly the origins of the Tojo Clan. The game's release is tentatively scheduled for winter 2026 or early 2027.