Yu Suzuki's cinematic masterpiece returns with more spellbinding adventure and an even more immersive world. The epic continues as Ryo Hazuki arrives in Hong Kong on his quest to avenge his father's murder by the warlord Lan Di and unravel the mystery of the Phoenix mirror. Set in Hong Kong, Kowloon, and Guilin, you'll travel through breathtaking scenery, rich with mountainous wilderness, traditional Taoist temples, and stunning tropical landscapes. As you move through massive, highly-detailed 3D worlds, you'll interact with almost every facet of your environment as well as a whole new cast of characters.

Originally released on Dreamcast in Europe and Japan, this Xbox edition marks the sequel's debut in the US and includes the Shenmue Movie chronicling the first episode in the series.

Shenmue II Review - October 29, 2002
Microsoft gambles with Yu Suzuki's visionary Dreamcast game and comes away with a solid RPG.

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Shenmue II Hands-On - August 27, 2002
A new look at Ryo's first journey onto Xbox.

"Do You Know Where I Can Find Some Sailors?" - August 8, 2002
An update on Shenmue II for Xbox.

E3 2002: Shenmue II Hands-On - May 21, 2002
Ryo returns and we take a first look.

E3 2002: Shenmue 2 - May 20, 2002
The Dreamcast adventure continues on Xbox -- come see it!

Games: Most Frightening Game Speak Ever - October 15, 2007
We're the masters of unlocking the videogame world's most frightening dialogue.

Games: Game Scoop! Podcast, Episode 44 - July 26, 2007
Two old Scoopers make their triumphant return.

Music: PLAY! A Videogame Concert San Jose Review - May 30, 2007
Traveling symphonic multi-media show proves that gaming music ain't just for kids anymore.

The State of the RPG: Xbox - July 13, 2005
How has the RPG evolved on Microsoft's system? What will the future deliver? IGN takes an in-depth look in this four-part series.

Fighting Frenzy: The Fists of Shenmue II - October 9, 2002
Ryo don't mess. A close look at the free battle mode of Shenmue II.

Shenmue II: QTE - September 30, 2002
What the heck is a Quick Time Event? We examine inside.

Insider: Shenmue II's Characters - September 9, 2002
Unplugged Select: Take a look at the folks you'll meet in Yu Suzuki's latest epic.

Previously on Shenmue... - September 5, 2002
Learn the story leading up to Shenmue II, with a trailer for Shenmue: The Movie!

Insider: Unplugged Select: Shenmue II - August 9, 2002
Ryo journeys to Hong Kong and we tag along for the ride.

Insider: IGN Unplugged #15 - July 31, 2002
Metroid Prime, EverQuest II, Crazy Taxi 3 guide, and much more!

Insider: IGN Unplugged #14 - June 27, 2002
The Mark of Kri, Post E3 Round-Up, and the Ultimate Freakstyle Trick List.

Insider: Microsoft: E3 Booth Report - May 22, 2002
Panzer Dragoon, some Jedi, online games, and a time traveling cat in a revolutionary platformer await gamers in Microsoft's booth.

Insider: Shenmue 2: Hands-On - September 1, 2001
We try out the last big DC game a few days before its release. Movies included.

Insider: Gaming Life in Japan - August 14, 2001
Happy fun gaming in Japan from people who are there. A look at the real-life Shenmue included!

Insider: Post-E3: Sega - May 22, 2001
Check out all the games Sega showed off at its E3 booth this year.

Insider: Roundtable #6: Sega as a Third Party - May 15, 2001
How will the creator of Sonic do in the competitive console marketplace.

Games: Top 100 Games: Readers' Choice - October 20, 2006
The complete listing of all your top-rated games is now up. What game is #1?

Music: 26 Days Til PLAY! - May 2, 2006
World premiere videogame concert in Chicago fastly approaching.

Music: PLAY! A Video Game Symphony Takes Over Chicago - April 17, 2006
World tour launches in the Windy City.

Yet Even More Shenmue II Screens - August 30, 2002
Twenty-five more screens for the weekend.

Even More Shenmue Screens - August 29, 2002
You need more screens, so have another fifteen.

Want More Shenmue II Screens? - August 28, 2002
A couple dozen more screens to celebrate the middle of the week.

Shenmue Screenshot Jubilee - August 26, 2002
Sixty new screens of Shenmue II!

Shenmue Double Disc - August 16, 2002
You're getting even more Shenmue II than you bargained for.

Unplugged Select: Shenmue II - August 12, 2002
Ryo journeys to Hong Kong and we tag along for the ride.

Exclusive Shenmue II Screens - July 12, 2002
Twenty fresh screens of the game you will own.

TGS 2001: Xbox Gets Shenmue 2 and Phantasy Star Online - October 11, 2001
Xbox fans will be definitely happy receiving these two amazing Sega titles. More within.