During the recent Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio Direct, the developer revealed exciting new details about Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii. The game's naval combat mechanics, in particular, have garnered significant attention, with some fans noting that they look even more detailed than those in Ubisoft’s naval-focused title, Skull and Bones.
Deep Naval Combat and Ship Customization
Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii promises a deep naval combat experience. Players will be able to:
- Fully customize their pirate ship, the Goromaru, including the hull, armor, sails, and figurehead.
- Hire a crew from a roster of over a hundred sailors, each with unique attributes.
- Improve crew members through bonding activities such as song, drink, and adventure.
- Strategically assign crew members to attack and defense operations.
Cannon Upgrades and Boarding
As expected, cannon usage is a major part of combat, with some over-the-top options such as:
- Energy cannons
- Laser cannons
- ‘Shark cannons’
Boarding is also a key feature, letting players engage in intense melee combat on enemy ships.
Story and Release
Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is a spin-off set after the events of Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth. The game stars Goro Majima, who finds himself washed up on Rich Island with no memory of his past. A free New Game Plus mode will be added to the game after its launch.
The game will launch on February 21 for PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series S|X.
