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‘Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii’ reveals naval combat in a new trailer
During the latest Xbox Partner Showcase, SEGA released a new trailer for Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii which shows off ship-to-ship battles.
The legendary Mad Dog of Shimano is taking up the tricorn hat and saber, becoming a modern pirate to sail the seas around Hawaii in search for conquest and treasure! During the latest Xbox Partner Showcase, SEGA and Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio released a new trailer for ‘Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii’ detailing a bit more of the upcoming game.
This new trailer gives us our first look at the game’s naval battles, which pit Captain Majima and his crew of pirates against other ne’er-do-wells in epic fights that go from cannon blasts to swashbuckling in the blink of an eye. We also got a new release date, which is earlier than was anticipated considering the franchise’s launch rhythm. The game is launching on February 21, 2025.
From Yakuza to Like a Dragon: a change to the future of the saga
Yakuza: Like a Dragon was the last installment to carry the name that SEGA placed on the brand in the West. The company sought to unify the branding so that it would be recognizable in all the markets where it is available, maintaining the way it has always been known in Japan. But the seventh main chapter also marked the change of direction. Kiryu passed the baton to Ichiban Kasuga, a protagonist who quickly gained the affection of fans.
Since then we have received all kinds of titles. From a direct sequel, Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, to small projects that reuse many of the strengths of its formula, such as Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name. Along the way, there was also time to refurbish previous releases like Like a Dragon Isshin, which until its launch in 2023 remained exclusive in Japan.
The future of the saga looks brighter than ever. Its numbers grow with each chapter and little by little it has entered SEGA’s plans for its expansion in the West.
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