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Shenmue 4 Rumours Resurface After Fabricated Trailer Spreads Across the Internet
Viral Clip Prompts Official Response From YS Net
If you have been online in recent days, you may have seen a low-resolution trailer leak claiming to reveal Shenmue 4. The clip is shot off-screen, styled to resemble a covert recording, and frames itself as a direct continuation of Shenmue 3.
Its presentation provided enough plausible framing that many fans initially believed it was genuine. The video spread quickly and was picked up by several major gaming sites, boosting its visibility. The growing attention eventually reached YS Net, the studio behind the Shenmue franchise.
Once aware of the situation, the company issued a formal statement clarifying that the trailer is entirely fabricated. YS Net expressed frustration that the uploader used the studio’s logo without permission to create the impression that the footage was official. The team made it clear that they have not released any trailers or promotional material for Shenmue 4.
YS Net’s response was direct and firm. The studio stated that the video risks misleading the public and may constitute trademark misuse and unfair competition. They added that they are preparing to pursue legal action against those responsible for producing and distributing the clip.
No Official Shenmue 4 Announcement Exists
As of now, neither YS Net nor series creator Yu Suzuki has shared any plans for a new Shenmue instalment. Following the mixed reception of Shenmue 3, which faced criticism for dated design systems and limited narrative advancement, both parties have been quiet about the franchise’s future. This silence has led many fans to closely monitor any hint of activity, which explains why the fake trailer gained traction so quickly.
The fraudulent video remains online at the time of writing, continuing to circulate among curious players and long-time followers of the series. While some viewers recognised telltale signs of fabrication, others viewed it with cautious optimism, given the long-awaited nature of a potential Shenmue 4 reveal.
For now, YS Net’s clear and formal stance signals that the studio intends to protect the franchise from misleading or unauthorised content. Until an official announcement, any purported Shenmue 4 material should be treated with scrutiny.
