Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is set to blend serious drama with comedic wildness, according to developer RGG Studio. Dive in to discover what the game has in store!
Featuring "Serious" Majima
But There’ll Still Be Goofing Off
The latest addition to the beloved Like a Dragon series is poised to stretch the limits of reality while delivering a compelling "manly drama" storyline, as stated by RGG Studio in an interview with Automaton Media.
Although the series is renowned for its humor and gags, with Majima often hailed as one of the funniest characters, RGG Studio director Masayoshi Yokoyama revealed that this iteration of Majima will adopt a "more serious" demeanor, especially at the outset of the narrative.
Ryosuke Horii, the producer of Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, elaborated on Yokoyama’s comments, emphasizing the presence of a "manly drama" at the game's core. This drama showcases Majima’s fervent pursuit of his goals and the bonds he forms during his extravagant journey. "The goofing off isn’t the main focus – there’s a manly drama at the heart of it. Of course, there are some wild detours, but overall, it’s a straightforward tale about a passionate man," Horii explained.
Horii further highlighted Majima's unique qualities, which set him apart from the series' long-time protagonist, Kazuma Kiryu. As translated by Automaton, "If we didn’t fully leverage that uniqueness, there would be no point in making Majima the main character. That’s why we pushed the boundaries of reality a bit more than we would with Kiryu, aiming to provide players with action that’s rich and varied. ... I wanted to strike a good balance between the pirate elements, Majima’s character, and the essence of ‘Ryu ga Gotoku,’ which was quite challenging."
The game promises to strike the perfect balance between realism and extravagance, ensuring the gameplay remains engaging and dynamic while maintaining a serious and compelling drama.
Majima Maji Festival In Japan
To celebrate the game's upcoming release, RGG Studio is hosting a special event called Majima’s Maji Festival across six cities in Japan. The festival kicked off on December 1, 2024, in Sapporo and is nearing its conclusion, with 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 festivities!
Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii features the iconic character "The Mad Dog of Shimano," Goro Majima, as the protagonist. With its thrilling action-packed combat, exciting naval battles, vibrant characters, and passionate storyline, the game promises a unique modern-day pirate adventure.
Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One starting February 21st.
