Get ready, Yakuza fans! A Like a Dragon Direct is set for later this week, offering a closer look at Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii before its February launch. Unlike recent mainline entries, this installment returns to the fluid, real-time combat system reminiscent of the original Kiryu saga, starring Goro Majima in a Hawaii-set adventure following the events of Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth.
Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio (RGG Studio) made a splash at the 2024 Game Awards with reveals of Virtua Fighter 6 and a new IP, "Project Century." While their acquisition of the Virtua Fighter franchise surprised many, Project Century—a 1915 Japan-set action brawler with potential Yakuza universe connections—generated even more buzz.
The upcoming Like a Dragon Direct, focusing on Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, streams Thursday, January 9th at 12 PM EST on YouTube and Twitch. RGG promises new gameplay features without significant story spoilers.
Like a Dragon Direct Details:
- Date: January 9th
- Time: 12 PM EST
- Platforms: YouTube, Twitch
While much of Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii's combat and minigames have already been showcased, the Direct promises further surprises. Although RGG only explicitly mentioned Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, speculation abounds about potential teases of other projects, such as a rumored Yakuza 3 Kiwami remake or even another glimpse of Project Century (though the event's title suggests this is less likely, especially given its recent reveal).
Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii sets sail on Xbox, PlayStation, and PC February 21st, promising a unique experience amidst February's other big releases like Monster Hunter Wilds, Assassin's Creed Shadows, and Avowed. The mystery of what RGG Studio will reveal remains, but the wait is almost over.
