In *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii*, players encounter a pivotal moment in Chapter 2 where they must halt the campaign's progression to upgrade their crew and ship. Specifically, $10,000 is needed to repair the Goromaru, enabling Goro and his crew to enter the Pirate Coliseum in Madlantis. This quest line involves recruiting a shipbuilder and five additional crew members, but the real challenge lies in gathering the funds for the ship's upgrade. Here's how to quickly amass the necessary funds in *Pirate Yakuza*.
How To Get Funds Fast in Pirate Yakuza
In the middle of Chapter 2, players have three primary methods to earn money: collecting bounties, opening treasure chests on various islands, or completing jobs in Honolulu. While all are viable, some methods are more efficient than others, especially when aiming to progress quickly through the story.
How To Get Treasure in Pirate Yakuza
Treasure hunting involves exploring Honolulu and raiding islands to find hidden chests. Although this method can yield funds, it's more time-consuming and requires leaving Honolulu, which might not be ideal for players eager to advance the story swiftly. For those looking to expedite their progress, focusing on bounties might be a better strategy, as it involves solo combat with Goro.
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How To Get Bounties in Pirate Yakuza
The most effective way to quickly gather the $10,000 needed for the Goromaru's upgrade is by pursuing bounties in Honolulu. Even smaller bounties can reward around $2,000, while larger ones can offer up to $16,000. However, tackling the more significant bounties early in the game can be challenging due to Goro's limited health and combat capabilities. Unless you're a seasoned *Yakuza* player, it's advisable to focus on lower difficulty bounties, which offer rewards ranging from $2,000 to $6,000.
To handle these bounties effectively, utilize Goro's Sea Dog fighting style for crowd control against the cronies surrounding the main target, then switch to the Mad Dog style for the one-on-one battle with the bounty boss. Bounties are easily located on the map, marked by a red handcuff symbol in Honolulu. Approaching these markers triggers an info screen detailing the bounty's difficulty, reason for being wanted, and the reward amount, allowing you to assess the risk before engaging in combat.
Engaging in these bounty fights follows the standard combat mechanics of *Pirate Yakuza*. Defeating the bounty targets, who may have multiple health bars and armed minions, rewards you with several thousand dollars, contributing significantly to the $10,000 needed for the ship's upgrade. By successfully completing a few bounties, you'll quickly amass the funds required to repair the Goromaru and continue the main story.
This approach, while combat-intensive, is the most efficient way to gather the necessary funds and progress through the campaign of *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii*.
*Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*
