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 mix of intense drama and over-the-top comedy in their upcoming title, Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii. This latest installment will push the boundaries of reality while delivering a compelling "manly drama," according to the developers.

A More Serious Majima?

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

Producer Ryosuke Horii elaborates, emphasizing the core "manly drama" driving the narrative. He highlights Majima's passionate pursuit of his goals and the bonds he forges throughout his extravagant journey. "The goofing off isn't the main point – there's a manly drama at the heart of it. Of course, there are some crazy detours, but it's a straightforward tale of a passionate man."

Horii further explains the unique aspects of Majima that differentiate him from series protagonist Kazuma Kiryu, stating that leveraging these qualities was crucial to Majima's role as the lead. The team aimed for a balance between the pirate theme, Majima's personality, and the overall Like a Dragon feel, a challenge they readily embraced. The result promises a thrilling blend of realism and extravagance, avoiding predictability while maintaining a strong dramatic core.

Majima's Maji Festival: A Nationwide Celebration

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

Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, starring the iconic "Mad Dog of Shimano," Goro Majima, offers a unique blend of action-packed combat, thrilling naval battles, memorable characters, and a captivating story. Prepare for a one-of-a-kind modern-day pirate adventure.

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