"Pirate Yakuza: Elevating Comedic Manliness"

Get ready for a wild ride with Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, where developer RGG Studio promises an exciting mix of serious drama and comedic flair. Dive in to discover the unique elements this game will bring to the table!

Featuring "Serious" Majima

Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is set to redefine the limits of reality while delivering a compelling "manly drama" storyline, according to RGG Studio's interview with Automaton Media.

While the Like a Dragon series is renowned for its humor, with Majima often cited as one of the most hilarious characters, RGG Studio director Masayoshi Yokoyama revealed that this iteration of Majima will take on a more "serious" demeanor, particularly at the story's outset.

Ryosuke Horii, the producer of Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, elaborated on Yokoyama's comments, emphasizing the "manly drama" at the game's core. He highlighted Majima's passionate journey toward his goals and the meaningful connections he forms along the way. "The goofing off isn’t the main focus – there’s a manly drama at the heart of things. Of course, there are some wild detours, but overall, it's a straightforward story about a passionate man," Horii explained.

Horii also noted that Majima possesses a unique quality that even the series' long-time protagonist, Kazuma Kiryu, cannot match. As translated by Automaton, "If we didn’t leverage that, there would be no reason to make Majima the main character. That’s why we pushed the boundaries of reality a bit more than we would with Kiryu, aiming to deliver action that's rich and varied. ... I wanted to strike a perfect balance between the pirate elements, Majima's essence, and the ‘Ryu ga Gotoku’ spirit, which was quite challenging."

The game aims to strike the ideal balance between realism and extravagance, ensuring it's neither dull nor overly wild, all while maintaining a serious and engaging drama.

Majima Maji Festival In Japan

To celebrate the upcoming release, RGG Studio is hosting the Majima's Maji Festival across six cities in Japan. The event kicked off on December 1, 2024, in Sapporo and is nearing its end, with stops in Nagoya on January 18th and Tokyo on January 25th. Don't miss your chance to join the festivities if you're in these cities on those dates!

Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii features the iconic "The Mad Dog of Shimano," Goro Majima, as the protagonist. With its thrilling combat system, exciting naval battles, vibrant characters, and heartfelt story, it promises a unique modern-day pirate adventure.

Mark your calendars for the release of Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii on PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One on February 21st.