The core premise, characters, and themes remain focused on entertainment through over-the-top action, heartfelt drama, and cultural immersion, free from identity politics, systemic oppression narratives, or critiques of traditional norms. A minor incidental element is the restoration of a substory featuring a trans masseuse whom Kiryu kindly accepts and supports, which feels organic to the series' quirky side content and was absent only in the original Western PS3 release.

Separately, developers voluntarily removed a few outdated, stereotypical crossdresser chase gags (Michiru substories) that producer Nagoshi deemed no longer fitting modern tastes, a self-censorship decision applied even to Japanese versions without external DEI pressure or consultancy involvement. These tweaks are peripheral, do not drive the narrative or character arcs, and have not sparked woke backlash; player complaints center on business practices like delisting rather than ideological intrusions. Overall, the remaster preserves the original's apolitical charm.