Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza Expands Manly Humour Boundaries

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 comedic chaos 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 Serious Side to Majima's Mayhem

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 emphasizes the core "manly drama," focusing on Majima's determined pursuit of his goals and the bonds he forges along the way. Horii clarifies, "The goofing off isn't the main point – there's a manly drama at the heart of it. Of course, there are some crazy diversions, but it's fundamentally a straightforward story about a passionate man."

Horii highlights Majima's unique qualities, distinct from series protagonist Kazuma Kiryu, explaining the decision to push the boundaries of reality further than with Kiryu: "If we didn't leverage that, there'd be no point in making Majima the protagonist. That's why we blurred the lines of reality a bit more, aiming for richly varied action...striking a balance between the pirate elements, Majima's personality, and the core Like a Dragon feel was challenging."

The developers' commitment to avoiding a predictable narrative led them to embrace a "wilder" gameplay experience while maintaining a strong, serious 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 with events in Nagoya (January 18th) and Tokyo (January 25th).

Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, starring the iconic "Mad Dog of Shimano," Goro Majima, promises an unforgettable modern-day pirate adventure with thrilling combat, naval battles, a vibrant cast, and a captivating story.

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