Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii promises an exciting mix of serious drama and comedic flair, according to developer RGG Studio. Dive in to discover what this game has in store!
Featuring "Serious" Majima
The latest addition to the beloved Like a Dragon series is set to stretch the limits of reality while delivering a gripping "manly drama," as revealed by RGG Studio in an interview with Automaton Media.
While the series is renowned for its humor, with Majima often hailed as one of the most amusing characters, RGG Studio director Masayoshi Yokoyama emphasized that this iteration of Majima will adopt a "more serious" demeanor, particularly at the outset of the narrative.
Ryosuke Horii, the producer of Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, elaborated on Yokoyama’s comments, highlighting the "manly drama" at the game's core. This drama showcases Majima's fervent pursuit of his goals and the bonds he forms on his extraordinary journey. "The goofing off isn’t the main focus – there’s a manly drama at the heart of it. Of course, there are wild detours, but overall, it’s a straightforward story about a passionate man."
Horii further explained that Majima possesses a unique essence that sets him apart from the series' long-time protagonist, Kazuma Kiryu. As translated by Automaton, "If we didn’t fully utilize that, there would be no reason to make Majima the protagonist. That’s why we pushed the boundaries of reality a bit more than we would with Kiryu, aiming to offer players a diverse and rich action experience. … I wanted to strike a balance between the pirate theme, Majima's character, and the essence of 'Ryu ga Gotoku,' which was a challenging aspect."
The game aims to achieve the perfect harmony of realism and extravagance, ensuring the gameplay remains exciting and "wilder," while maintaining a serious and compelling drama.
Majima Maji Festival In Japan
To celebrate the game's impending launch, RGG Studio is hosting a special event called Majima’s Maji Festival in six cities across Japan. The festivities kicked off on December 1, 2024, in Sapporo and are nearing their conclusion, with upcoming stops in Nagoya on January 18th and Tokyo on January 25th. If you're in either of these cities on those dates, don't miss out on the fun!
The latest installment of the Like a Dragon/Yakuza series, Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, features the iconic character "The Mad Dog of Shimano," Goro Majima, as the protagonist. With its dynamic combat system, thrilling naval battles, vibrant characters, and passionate storyline, it promises to deliver an unparalleled modern-day pirate adventure.
Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is set to release on PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One on February 21st.
