BAFTA has stirred the gaming community by declaring Shenmue the Most Influential Video Game of All Time. This 1999 classic, featuring Ryo Hazuki's quest for vengeance in 1980s Yokosuka, beat out heavyweights like Doom and Super Mario Bros. Its groundbreaking open-world design and storytelling have inspired countless titles since. Creator Yu Suzuki thanked fans for their support and hinted at exciting future developments for the franchise.
Published on: 4/3/2025
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