- Physical edition by RED ART GAMES - 13 January 2026
The physical edition of Hood Story: Kaito Yamazaki will be available on PS5 on the 26 of March this year! Love, Friendship, and violence will be a part of your journey as Kaito Yamazaki, a tough guy from Osaka who seeks to regain control over his life. Pre-order open now: (Europe) https://bit.ly/HoodStoryRAGPre-order open now: (Rest of the world) tinyurl.com/5ftrnh4b
- Unity Security Hotfix - 3 October 2025
Here is a hotfix addressing security-related concerns in the Unity version used in Hood Story: Kaito Yamazaki. You can read more about it here:https://unity.com/security/sept-2025-01 This patch was deployed quickly and has not undergone extensive playtesting. If you notice any new issues or bugs, please report them and I’ll address them as soon as possible.
- Bug Fixes - 14 July 2025
The recent engine update introduced several new bugs. They should all be fixed now, but if you notice any remaining issues, feel free to contact me, and I’ll address them as soon as possible.Reduced game size from ~10GB to ~6GBFixed missing collider on the toy prize in the claw mini-gameFixed missing lighting in some cutscenesUpdated DLSS and FSR to their latest versions
- Major Update (1.1) - 11 July 2025
Update NotesAdded new dynamic fog and lighting system that changes with the time of dayUpdated third-person controller: character walks by default, hold LT / Left Shift to runFixed various bugsJapanese language added to the main branchMore content might be added later
- Price Drop & Japanese Language Update! - 27 June 2024
Thanks to your feedback, I've decided to drop the base price of HS:KY by over 35%. I'm also excited to announce that Japanese localization will be available in the next update. I'm always listening to your suggestions, and I'll consider adding more languages in the future based on demand.
- Update 1.01.1: Bug Fixes and HDR Color Improvements - 14 June 2024
— Various bug fixes — Fixed washed-out color issue on HDR monitors
- Update 1.01: Performance Boost, Save Fix, and More! - 4 June 2024
- Enhanced performance: This update improves the overall smoothness and responsiveness of the game. - Reduced texture footprint: We've optimized textures to decrease file size without compromising visual quality. This can lead to faster loading times and potentially smoother gameplay, especially on lower-end devices. - Manual save fix: An issue preventing players from saving their progress manually in the pause menu has been addressed. You can now reliably save your game whenever needed.
- Hood Story: Kaito Yamazaki Livestream Demo Steam Next Fest #1 - 8 October 2023
Immerse yourself in "Hood Story: Kaito Yamazaki," a captivating gaming experience that blends Beat em Up, RPG, and life simulation in a vast open world full of possibilities. Explore the bustling streets of Nishinari-ku in Osaka and dive into a ruthless gang war between young delinquents from two rival neighborhoods. Take on the role of Kaito Yamazaki, a young adult from the underprivileged neighborhood of Kamagasaki, and forge your own destiny as you journey through a universe filled with side quests, mini-games, and branching dialogues. Feel the immersive atmosphere of this game with a real-time dynamic weather system and richly detailed environments. Venture to Tannowa and uncover the secrets hidden within. Your choices shape the story and lead to multiple endings, adding unparalleled depth to this captivating gaming experience. Don't miss out on "Hood Story: Kaito Yamazaki," a thril…
- Hood Story: Kaito Yamazaki Livestream Demo Steam Next Fest #2 - 8 October 2023
Immerse yourself in "Hood Story: Kaito Yamazaki," a captivating gaming experience that blends Beat em Up, RPG, and life simulation in a vast open world full of possibilities. Explore the bustling streets of Nishinari-ku in Osaka and dive into a ruthless gang war between young delinquents from two rival neighborhoods. Take on the role of Kaito Yamazaki, a young adult from the underprivileged neighborhood of Kamagasaki, and forge your own destiny as you journey through a universe filled with side quests, mini-games, and branching dialogues. Feel the immersive atmosphere of this game with a real-time dynamic weather system and richly detailed environments. Venture to Tannowa and uncover the secrets hidden within. Your choices shape the story and lead to multiple endings, adding unparalleled depth to this captivating gaming experience. Don't miss out on "Hood Story: Kaito Yamazaki," a thril…
- Demo is available now! - 31 August 2023
Hood Story: Kaito Yamazaki DEMO" is now available on Steam! (The demo is currently available only in English and French, other languages, such as Japanese, will be available for the full game release). Get the demo now: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1768200/Hood_Story_Kaito_Yamazaki/
- Character customization is now implemented - 4 May 2023
I am thrilled to provide a brief update on the advancements I've made in character customization. While the process proved to be more challenging than I initially anticipated, I'm delighted with the outcome. Kaito, the protagonist, was originally designed as a bald character who constantly sported a backwards cap and sunglasses. However, I have now broadened the range of customization options, enabling you to tailor every aspect to your preferences. With an array of diverse outfits and accessories, you can now personalize Kaito to your liking.
- Devlog and upcoming demo soon ! - 18 April 2023
Hey there, I've got some exciting updates to share with you all about my game. I'm going to talk about the upcoming demo, some changes to the combat system, and user interface improvements. I'll break it down chapter by chapter, so it's easy to follow. Chapter 1: Demo Announcement I'm super excited to let you know that I'll be releasing a demo for my game soon! This will give you a chance to experience the first chapter of my open-world adventure. In the demo, you'll find: A real-time day and night cycle, limited to one city for now. Interiors you can explore and interact with. Fun mini-games to play. NPCs you can meet and build relationships with. Random events that bring life to the open world. My updated combat system with all the new tweaks. Please keep in mind that the demo won't have all the features of the full game, but it should give you a good taste of what's coming. Chapter 2…
