Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii boards the PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC on February 28, 2025 starring Majima as the main character
RGG Studio and Sega have unveiled the next new entry in the Like A Dragon series with a spin-off starring Goro Majima as a pirate titled Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii. It is releasing on February 28, 2025 simultaneously worldwide for the PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC (Steam).
Like A Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii will not be a turn-based RPG, such as Yakuza: Like A Dragon and Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth. It will return to the series' staple beat 'em up genre with action RPG progression systems, like older Yakuza entries and the most recent Like A Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name.
Goro Majima finds himself on a remote island at the beginning of Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii and he can't remember his own name. To recover his lost memories, he sets sail on the high seas as a pirate with a mysterious boy named Noah. His time as a pirate has him intertwine with other modern-day pirates, criminals, and other threats.
As players experience Majima's new solo adventure, they can assemble his crew and upgrade his ship. Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii will have real-time cannon battles against other ships. Outside of ship combat, Majima has access to two fighting styles: the Mad Dog and Sea Dog.
Mad Dog utilizes Majima's trademark fighting style as he's armed with his trusty knife. He'll be able to summon shadow clones and utilize his agility to make quick work of foes. For the first time in the Like A Dragon series, players will be able to jump in combat and the Mad Dog style has access to moves that launch enemies in the air, in which Majima can follow them and continue his combo in the air.
Sea Dog taps into Majima's new capabilities as a pirate as he dual-wields two short swords, along with a variety of sidearms at his disposal from a flintlock pistol, a blunderbuss, dynamite, and more.
Of course, there will also be a variety of minigames for players to indulge in, as well. Some of the revealed minigames include Crazy Delivery, Dragon Kart, and Karaoke.
Watch the announcement trailer for Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii down below, as well as an archived video of the RGG Summit 2024 stream that unveiled it.
Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii - Announcement Trailer
RGG Summit 2024
Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii - Combat Gameplay
A new legend begins as you step into the steel toe boots of Goro Majima, a man who has lost his memory and reinvents himself as a pirate on the open sea.
Embark on an over-the-top, modern-day pirate adventure with an ex-yakuza, now pirate captain and his crew as they engage in exhilarating combat on land and sea in the hunt for lost memories and a legendary treasure.
PIRATE YAKUZA ADVENTURE AHOY!
Goro Majima, a notorious ex-yakuza suddenly finds himself shipwrecked on a remote island in the Pacific. Unable to remember even his own name, he sets sail in search of clues to his lost memories, accompanied by a boy named Noah who saved his life. Before long, they’re caught up in a conflict between cutthroat criminals, modern-day pirates, and other scoundrels over a legendary treasure.
GET YOUR SHIP TOGETHER
Assemble a one-of-a-kind crew while upgrading your ship as you explore the open sea and forge your legend in the cannon fire of foes, unexpected friendships, and immense riches made along the way.
When an enemy pirate ship catches you in their sights, an exhilarating real-time cannon battle breaks out. Quickly maneuver into position while avoiding fire, then deliver devastating damage to board the enemy ship and take down the captain in all-out crew vs. crew brawls. Conquer the seas, discover hidden islands and acquire loads of loot like a true yakuza pirate!
KICK ARRRSS WITH CREATIVE COMBAT
Dynamically switch between the “Mad Dog” and “Sea Dog” fighting styles to mix-up attacks and deliver explosive combos, juggles, and aerial takedowns that reward your creativity with over-the-top action.
With “Mad Dog” style, utilize speed, agility, and flair to deliver precise yet powerful blows that stun your enemies into submission.
Or make enemies walk the plank with the “Sea Dog” style that has you dual-wielding short swords and deploying tricky pirate tools to kick some serious booty.
This product contains a standalone game. Please be aware there are other editions of the game that include add-on content, and additional content is also sold separately.
