Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii Will be Much Larger than Like a Dragon Gaiden

Prepare for a swashbuckling adventure unlike any other! Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii promises to be significantly larger and more ambitious than its predecessor, Like a Dragon Gaiden. Discover the exciting revelations from RGG SUMMIT 2024.

Majima's Pirate Life Begins in 2025

A Bigger, Bolder Yakuza Experience

Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is shaping up to be a truly epic adventure. RGG Studio President Masayoshi Yokoyama announced at RGG SUMMIT 2024 that the game's world and story will be a substantial 1.3 to 1.5 times larger than Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name. This isn't just a minor expansion; it's a game on a completely different scale.

Yokoyama hinted at the game's immense size in an interview with Famitsu: "We don’t even know the exact area of the city itself," he teased. "Of course there’s Honolulu City, which appeared in [Infinite Wealth], and there are various stages, such as Madlantis, so I think the game volume is much larger than [Like a Dragon Gaiden]."

The game's content is equally expansive. Expect the series' signature brawling combat, alongside a wealth of quirky side activities and minigames. Yokoyama suggested that the traditional "Gaiden" label as a mere spin-off is evolving, stating it's "gradually disappearing from us." This hints at a full-fledged experience comparable to mainline entries.

Set in and around the Hawaiian islands, the game promises a significant departure from previous titles. The charismatic Goro Majima, voiced once again by Hidenari Ugaki, takes center stage in this unique seafaring adventure. Majima's unexpected transformation into a Hawaiian pirate is shrouded in mystery, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the narrative. Ugaki himself expressed excitement while remaining tight-lipped about details. "The information about the game has finally been announced, but there are many other elements and there is still a lot of information I want to tell you," he stated.

Voice actor First Summer Uika (Noah Ritchie) even teased a live-action scene featuring Ryuji Akiyama (Masaru Fujita). Akiyama further hinted at an intriguing recording experience, mentioning an aquarium with a clownfish and "a lot of beautiful women." This might refer to the "Minato Ward girls," who will appear both in live-action and CG form, having been cast earlier this year. Ryosuke Horii commented on the auditions, noting the enthusiasm of the participants.

For more details on the auditions, please refer to our related article!