How To Get Kraken-Chan and Recruit Surfer Jay in Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii

Embark on a swashbuckling adventure as Goro Majima in Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii! This guide helps you recruit the coveted Surfer Jay to your Goro Pirates crew.

How to Recruit Surfer Jay in Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii

Surfer Jay, a powerful recruit found in Honolulu, significantly boosts your crew's capabilities. However, acquiring him requires a bit more legwork than other crew members. The key is obtaining "Kraken-Chan," a specific blue plush. While the recruitment order doesn't matter, grabbing Kraken-Chan in Madlantis first streamlines the process.

Head to Madlantis and locate the UFO Catcher claw machine near the Madlantis Golf Range. Kraken-Chan might not be immediately available; if not, speak to the attendant to change the prizes.

Winning Kraken-Chan may take several attempts. Stock up on cash beforehand and use strategic claw movements to maximize your chances. Once you have Kraken-Chan, return to Honolulu.

Find Surfer Jay at Tropical Coco in the Anaconda Shopping Center. Use the mini-map to locate recruitable members (look for the bandana and sword icon). Speak to Jay; he'll reveal his romantic woes.

Present him with Kraken-Chan, and he'll join your crew! While his stats don't dramatically change as First Mate or Boarding Squad Leader, recruiting him is essential for completionists.

This guide shows you how to acquire Kraken-Chan and successfully recruit Surfer Jay in Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii.

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