Top Early Upgrades for Goro in Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza Hawaii

In *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii*, players step into the shoes of Goro Majima, the legendary Mad Dog of Shimano. This thrilling game offers Goro a variety of skills and tricks to master, and here are the top early upgrades that can significantly enhance your gameplay experience in *Pirate Yakuza*.

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Goro Majima begins his journey in *Pirate Yakuza* as an amnesiac ex-yakuza with a single fighting style in the game's first chapter. As you progress through the main storyline, Goro unlocks new weapons and the unique Sea Dog fighting style, which introduces its own upgrade tree. The game features four skill trees for players to explore:

• Overall Stats
• Shared Abilities
• Mad Dog
• Sea Dog

Here are some crucial early upgrades that will make battles and quests more manageable without breaking the bank.

Max Health Boost (Overall Stats)

The first upgrade you should consider is the max health boost. Boss fights in *Pirate Yakuza* often involve numerous henchmen, and having a high health bar is essential for effective crowd control. This upgrade allows Goro to endure more hits, enabling you to outlast opponents and deal high damage, which is crucial for success in pivotal battles.

Attack Boost (Overall Stats)

Next on the list is the Attack Boost, which significantly increases the damage of Goro's base attacks. With *Pirate Yakuza* returning to the series' roots of real-time combat, melee attacks are more important than ever. While it may be costly, the Attack Boost Plus upgrade can further simplify future playthroughs.

Knockdown Evasion (Shared Abilities)

When facing multiple enemies, Knockdown Evasion becomes indispensable. This upgrade allows Goro to quickly recover after being hit by melee weapons or heavy attacks, enabling you to swiftly return to an offensive stance.

Quickstep Strike (Shared Abilities)

The Quickstep Strike upgrade lets you attack immediately after dodging an enemy, making all fights easier. It's especially beneficial in early boss fights, providing another way to activate Goro's heat gauge attack.

Grapple Counter (Shared Abilities)

The Grapple Counter is essential for handling crowds. It not only prevents damage from grab attacks but also allows Goro to counterattack effectively.

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Serpent Trick (Mad Dog)

In the Mad Dog style, Goro wields dual swords, a flintlock pistol, and a grappling hook. The Serpent Trick upgrade is perfect for crowd control, launching enemies into the air and setting up deadly combos.

Frenzy Trick (Mad Dog)

The Frenzy Trick in the Mad Dog style involves a spin move that knocks down enemies around Goro. This is particularly useful in naval combat side quests, where you face waves of pirates, making such wide-ranging attacks invaluable.

Catch ‘n’ Slash (Sea Dog)

The Catch ‘n’ Slash upgrade enhances the projectile-based combat technique available in the Sea Dog style. It extends the throw duration and enables immediate follow-up attacks, facilitating longer combos.

Charge ‘n’ Shoot (Sea Dog)

The flintlock pistol in the Mad Dog style can be a game-changer with the Charge ‘n’ Shoot upgrade. This makes the gun more practical, allowing Goro to shoot multiple enemies at once and send them flying.

These are the best early upgrades for Goro in *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii*, setting you up for success in your pirate adventures.

*Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*