Unlock All Dark Instruments in Like a Dragon: Hawaii

In Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, Goro Majima's "Sea Dog" fighting style boasts four devastating finishers perfect for clearing out large groups of enemies. However, acquiring all the Dark Instruments to unlock these powerful moves is a significant undertaking.

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The Dark God's Violin is your first Dark Instrument, and it's crucial for progressing the main story. It's obtained during Chapter 2, after a crew member, Jason, leads you to a meeting with an old friend. This encounter introduces the Devil Flag pirates, who have killed Jason's friend and stolen the Pharaoh Stone.

You'll meet Misaki, the friend's orphaned daughter, who joins your crew seeking revenge. This side story leads you to islands east of Madlantis, where you'll face a powerful Devil Flag fleet. Focus your attacks on the boss ship to board and defeat them, earning the Dark God's Violin. The game then lets you test it in a 100-enemy brawl.

Defeating the Devil Flags triggers a cutscene introducing the fleet's captains: Yakuza, Ronin, Shinobi, and Zeus. They challenge you to a series of battles, initiating the Dark Instrument sidequest. While not essential for the main story, defeating these captains is necessary to collect all Dark Instruments.

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After the initial 100-enemy fight and acquiring the Violin, you'll encounter Devil Flag markers on your map. Defeating these ships earns you Devil Flags. Collect 70 flags to unlock Atali Island. Prepare a strong landing party; this island features multiple waves of enemies. Defeat Captain Yakuza to claim the Dark God's Ocarina from the treasure chest.

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Following Captain Yakuza's defeat, a series of cutscenes and objectives lead you to a supposed location of the Pharaoh Stone, only to discover another 100-enemy battle. You’ll then learn that Zeus is headed to Flame Island. This stage requires a three-star ranking and 130 Devil Flags.

Sail to the Flame Entrance Lighthouse, triggering a cutscene and unlocking four treasure islands: Sunset, Heatwave, Welldone, and Scorching Heat. Remember, you can't use health items on treasure islands. Upgrade Goro and your crew for success. After conquering the islands, defeat another fleet, board the boss ship, and defeat the first mate to finally reach Flame Island.

Take Jason, Masaru, Minami, and Saejima to Flame Island. Engage in several battles before facing Captain Ronin. Use your acquired Dark Instruments to defeat him and obtain the Dark God of the Earth's Guitar.

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A Pirate Rank Four and 220 Devil Flags are required for the final Dark Instrument. Reach this rank by completing missions, recruiting crew, and playing mini-games. Sailing to the Frost Entrance Lighthouse triggers a cutscene and a battle with the Devil Flag fleet blocking Frost Island.

Four more islands—Snowview, Coldwave, Icicle Island, and Glacial—provide opportunities for more Devil Flags. Defeat Captain Shinobi's first fleet before landing on Frost Island. The island features battles, a recovery area, and a final boss fight against Captain Shinobi. After defeating him, a cutscene with Zeus ensues, ending with Goro acquiring the Dark God's Saxophone.

A final, challenging two-stage boss battle against Zeus to rescue Misaki follows, though this is optional if your goal is simply acquiring all four Dark Instruments.

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