SEGA has released a treasure trove of information about the Goro Pirates and their seafaring adventures in Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, launching February 21, 2025, for PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC.
Join Captain Majima and his crew aboard the Goromaru as they chart a course through the Pacific’s treacherous waters. From volcanic hotspots to icy blizzards, the ocean holds both peril and the promise of legendary riches. Prepare to upgrade your ship, recruit a motley crew, discover hidden treasures, and cement your legacy as the most fearsome pirates in Hawaii.
Life Aboard the Goromaru
The Goromaru, your trusty vessel (named after Noah’s feline friend, Goro!), is more than just transportation; it’s your mobile headquarters. Complete with captain’s quarters and various amenities, the Goromaru allows you to relax with karaoke, throw parties, and enjoy feasts with your crew. Below deck, you can cook up meals and even customize Majima’s outfit.
Building Your Pirate Crew
Scout potential crew members throughout Hawaii, including some familiar faces from past Like a Dragon games. Assemble your dream team of buccaneers and set sail!
Challenges and Reputation
Completing challenges, like defeating rival pirates and uncovering buried treasure, will boost Majima’s reputation. As your reputation grows, so does your Pirate Rank, unlocking exciting new benefits.
A World of Opportunities
- Treasury of Treasures: Decipher clues hidden within the Treasury of Treasures to locate valuable loot, earning both money and reputation.
- Bounties: Hunt down wanted criminals for lucrative rewards. Bounties offer a great way to earn the cash needed to strengthen Majima and upgrade the Goromaru.
- Rings: Equip Majima with rings that offer various stat boosts and special effects. Find them in shops, as rewards for helping townspeople, or hidden in treasure chests. These rings are visible on Majima’s fingers, allowing for personalized style and strategic gameplay.
- Voyages: Explore diverse ocean zones, each with unique environments and pirate crews to conquer. Prepare carefully before each voyage, managing your crew, customizing the Goromaru, and bolstering your firepower.
- Downtime on Deck: Relax and interact with your crew, cast fishing nets to gather resources, and prepare for the next leg of your journey.
- Interacting with Your Crew: Build relationships with your crew members by chatting with them and giving gifts to boost their morale and experience points.
- Scope: Use the scope to scout points of interest, assess enemy ship strength, and uncover details about treasure islands.
- Parties and Feasts: Raise crew morale with lively parties or instantly boost specific crew members’ EXP with feasts in the captain’s quarters.
- Threats at Sea: Navigate treacherous weather conditions, from heavy snowfall to dangerous whirlpools.
- Treasure Islands: Explore islands brimming with riches, but beware of rival pirates, traps, and environmental hazards. Send your best crew member ashore to secure the treasure.
The Hawaiian seas are calling. Are you ready to answer? Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii promises a thrilling pirate adventure when it launches on February 21, 2025.
