Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii adds free New Game+ Mode

The holiday break is behind us, so let's dive back into some exciting gaming news! While we're all still anticipating news on the Nintendo Switch 2, today's spotlight shines on a fan-favorite franchise. Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio recently unveiled new gameplay footage for Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, showcasing its Hawaiian pirate adventure and revealing some intriguing details.

The showcased gameplay highlighted extensive ship customization, open-world sea exploration, thrilling naval battles, engaging mini-games, and diverse explorable locations. Goro Majima will boast two distinct combat styles: a nimble, speed-focused approach and a more brutal style utilizing short swords and pirate weaponry.

Players can assemble a unique crew of allies, each contributing to battles, exploration, and treasure hunts. The game promises hidden islands to discover and original side quests to uncover during gameplay.

A significant announcement came at the presentation's close: the highly anticipated "New Game+" mode will be a free post-launch addition via a patch. This is a welcome change from the Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth release, where this mode was exclusive to the pricier edition, a decision that drew considerable criticism towards SEGA. This positive development means we only have to wait roughly a month and a half for the official release.