Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza Will Take Comedic Manliness to Another Level

Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii: A Blend of Serious Drama and Hilarious Mayhem

RGG Studio promises a unique blend of serious drama and comedic chaos in their upcoming title, Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii. This latest installment in the popular series pushes the boundaries of reality while delivering a compelling "manly drama," according to the developers.

Featuring a "Serious" Majima

But the Goofing Off Continues

While the series is renowned for its humor, particularly Majima's comedic antics, director Masayoshi Yokoyama reveals a more serious side to the character in this iteration, especially at the story's outset.

Producer Ryosuke Horii elaborates, emphasizing the "manly drama" at the heart of the game. He highlights Majima's passionate pursuit of his goals and the bonds he forges throughout his over-the-top adventure. "The goofing off isn’t the main point – there’s a manly drama at the center of things. Of course, there are some crazy parts to take detours to, but overall, I think it’s a straightforward tale about a passionate man."

Horii further explains the unique qualities Majima brings to the forefront, qualities that distinguish him from series protagonist Kazuma Kiryu. He states, "So, if we didn’t take proper advantage of that, there would be no point in having Majima as the main character. That’s why we blurred the lines of reality a little more than we would with Kiryu, hoping to offer players rich action that’s full of variety. … I wanted to strike a good balance between the pirate-ness, Majima-ness, and ‘Ryu ga Gotoku’-ness, so I think that was a difficult part."

The developers aimed for a perfect balance between realism and extravagance, avoiding a bland experience. Their motivation was to create wilder gameplay while maintaining a serious and compelling narrative.

Majima's Maji Festival Across Japan

To celebrate the game's launch, RGG Studio is hosting Majima's Maji Festival in six Japanese cities. The tour, which began in Sapporo on December 1st, 2024, concludes with events in Nagoya (January 18th) and Tokyo (January 25th).

Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, starring the iconic "Mad Dog of Shimano," Goro Majima, promises an unforgettable modern-day pirate adventure. Prepare for exciting action-packed combat, thrilling naval battles, a vibrant cast of characters, and a passionate storyline.

Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii launches on February 21st for PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One.