{"id":262651,"date":"2024-10-18T01:24:46","date_gmt":"2024-10-18T01:24:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/michigandigitalnews.com\/index.php\/2024\/10\/18\/xbox-partner-preview-new-details-on-how-like-a-dragon-pirate-yakuza-in-hawaii-takes-ex-yakuza-majima-to-the-high-seas\/"},"modified":"2025-06-25T17:10:48","modified_gmt":"2025-06-25T17:10:48","slug":"xbox-partner-preview-new-details-on-how-like-a-dragon-pirate-yakuza-in-hawaii-takes-ex-yakuza-majima-to-the-high-seas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/michigandigitalnews.com\/index.php\/2024\/10\/18\/xbox-partner-preview-new-details-on-how-like-a-dragon-pirate-yakuza-in-hawaii-takes-ex-yakuza-majima-to-the-high-seas\/","title":{"rendered":"Xbox Partner Preview | New Details on How Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii Takes Ex-Yakuza Majima to the High Seas"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> [ad_1]<br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>A legendary member of the Yakuza\u2019s Tojo clan wakes up on a beach with no idea how they got there. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=3Q1HRYrO1Gw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Clothing optional.<\/a> Hijinx ensue. It might sound like our initial look at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=3Q1HRYrO1Gw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth<\/em><\/a> at the Xbox Games Showcase in 2023, but it is in fact a brand new adventure.<\/p>\n<p>Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=oHu8xl1WtPs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">first look<\/a> at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.xbox.com\/en-US\/games\/store\/like-a-dragon-pirate-yakuza-in-hawaii\/9NS00HQCZ0CJ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii<\/em><\/a> purposely played on that now-iconic introduction, but it\u2019s taking a unique direction. At least Goro Majima \u2013 the \u201cMad Dog of Shimano\u201d and fan-favorite anti-hero of the Yakuza\/Like a Dragon series \u2013 is wearing pants here, for a start. In <em>Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, <\/em>Majima has lost his memory (making this a perfect place to start for those who haven\u2019t played before) and has no idea why he\u2019s on this beach, or what\u2019s going on. That makes two of us, friend!<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<p>\n<iframe title=\"Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii - Naval Combat Reveal | Xbox Partner Preview October 2024\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_fVgonB6ubk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<p>In today\u2019s Xbox Partner Preview, we saw a whole new trailer, which (among <em>many<\/em> other things) gave us a first look at the game\u2019s brand-new naval battles, and a new, earlier-than-anticipated release date of February 21, 2025. Between the two looks at the game, this Yakuza fan has a <em>lot <\/em>of questions. And fortunately, Like a Dragon series Chief Producer Hiroyuki Sakamoto has sailed to our rescue to answer them.<\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<p><strong>Xbox Wire: Waking up on a beach is becoming *a thing* for Like a Dragon characters, huh? What can you tell us about the circumstances leading up to the opening moments of this trailer? Is this taking place after the events of<em> Infinite Wealth<\/em>?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Sakamoto-san: Yes, <a><em>Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii<\/em> <\/a>takes place around 6 months after the events of <em>Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth<\/em>. While we don\u2019t want to reveal too much, we can say that there\u2019s a deep story to unravel the mystery surrounding Majima\u2019s memory loss during an accident and setting off on an adventure with a boy he meets on a tropical island.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Xbox Wire: OK, I have to know: where did this idea come from?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Sakamoto-san: We actually came up with the idea for this game while we were still creating<em> Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, <\/em>and we wondered what the three main characters, Majima, Saejima and Daigo would do after the story ended. The idea came from compiling a history that would explain what happened to them after the events of <em>Infinite Wealth<\/em>, into a big side story.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Xbox Wire: Goro Majima has featured in at least a dozen Yakuza\/Like a Dragon games, wearing an eyepatch in all of them \u2013 was it always his destiny for us to see him as a pirate?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Sakamoto-san: Although Majima\u2019s eye patch has become his signature look, he did not always have to wear one. While we don\u2019t want to spoil this for fans who are new to the series or looking to play all titles from the very beginning, they can find out how he gets his eye patch in the first place in <em>Yakuza 0<\/em>. He has always forged his own path and popped up in unexpected places, so whether destiny or not, it\u2019s very Majima-like to take the helm of this new adventure.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Xbox Wire: What can you tell us about the naval gameplay seen in this new trailer?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Sakamoto-san: In this game, Majima and his crew will take to the high seas and explore different areas beyond Hawaii, including Rich Island, Madlantis and other hidden islands. While we cannot reveal details just yet, players can expect exciting cannon battles and a whole lot of action, both between ships and brawls. We will share a more in-depth look at the naval combat system in the future, but we hope the new trailer has got you excited for the open sea adventure you\u2019ll embark on.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Xbox Wire: Aside from ship-to-ship battle, we get glimpses of what<em> Like a Dragon<\/em> is known for: brawling. Are roles reversed in this game, where naval combat is the primary gameplay mode, with action\/fighting almost in a \u2018minigame\u2019 role?<\/strong><strong\/><\/p>\n<p>Sakamoto-san: While naval battle will be new, real-time action combat will still play a significant role in the game. In addition to Majima\u2019s Mad Dog style focused on speed, agility, and knife fighting, he also has a Sea Dog style where players can dual-wield cutlass short swords, pistols and other pirate tools in combat. We encourage players to mix-up attacks by switching between both styles and getting a feel for the fast, fun kind of action that is unique to Majima, as well as the ability to do air combos to deal even more damage. We hope that players will enjoy the fighting combat just as much as the new naval combat, which we will unveil more details about in the near future.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow aligncenter\">\n<div data-effect=\"slide\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_container swiper-container\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_swiper-wrapper swiper-wrapper\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" alt=\"Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza Screenshot\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-204911\" data-id=\"204911\" src=\"https:\/\/xxboxnews.blob.core.windows.net\/prod\/sites\/2\/2024\/10\/LikeADragonPY_ScreenShot_R_03-485d865eff3e17529fe2-1024x576.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xxboxnews.blob.core.windows.net\/prod\/sites\/2\/2024\/10\/LikeADragonPY_ScreenShot_R_03-485d865eff3e17529fe2-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/xxboxnews.blob.core.windows.net\/prod\/sites\/2\/2024\/10\/LikeADragonPY_ScreenShot_R_03-485d865eff3e17529fe2-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/xxboxnews.blob.core.windows.net\/prod\/sites\/2\/2024\/10\/LikeADragonPY_ScreenShot_R_03-485d865eff3e17529fe2-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/xxboxnews.blob.core.windows.net\/prod\/sites\/2\/2024\/10\/LikeADragonPY_ScreenShot_R_03-485d865eff3e17529fe2.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" alt=\"Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza Screenshot\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-204910\" data-id=\"204910\" src=\"https:\/\/xxboxnews.blob.core.windows.net\/prod\/sites\/2\/2024\/10\/LikeADragonPY_ScreenShot_R_02-3286c8391f41d3bf0a40-1024x576.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xxboxnews.blob.core.windows.net\/prod\/sites\/2\/2024\/10\/LikeADragonPY_ScreenShot_R_02-3286c8391f41d3bf0a40-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/xxboxnews.blob.core.windows.net\/prod\/sites\/2\/2024\/10\/LikeADragonPY_ScreenShot_R_02-3286c8391f41d3bf0a40-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/xxboxnews.blob.core.windows.net\/prod\/sites\/2\/2024\/10\/LikeADragonPY_ScreenShot_R_02-3286c8391f41d3bf0a40-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/xxboxnews.blob.core.windows.net\/prod\/sites\/2\/2024\/10\/LikeADragonPY_ScreenShot_R_02-3286c8391f41d3bf0a40.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-prev swiper-button-prev swiper-button-white\" role=\"button\"\/><a class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-next swiper-button-next swiper-button-white\" role=\"button\"\/><a aria-label=\"Pause Slideshow\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-pause\" role=\"button\"\/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Xbox Wire: Tell us more about Madlantis; how is it different from The Castle, the floating casino\/arena, which was a key setting in <em>Like a Dragon: The Man Who Erased His Name<\/em>?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Sakamoto-san: They\u2019re very different. Madlantis is a ship graveyard dug into a cave on a secret island. It has a sprawling pleasure district where criminals go to blow off steam and do battle in the Pirates\u2019 Coliseum, where ships duke it out in exhilarating real-time naval battles. There\u2019s lots more to enjoy and explore as you confront those who oversee this expansive hideout. The map is also larger than The Castle.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Xbox Wire: A pirate is only as good as their crew: who is Majima running with in this trailer? What can you share about new characters like Queen Michelle and Raymond Law?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Sakamoto-san: Noah Rich, the boy who discovers Majima on the beach of Rich Island, his pet cat Goro and father Jason Rich along with ship cook Masaru Fujita form the core of his crew. Facing them down are Queen Michelle and Raymond Law (played by pro wrestler Samoa Joe), the pirate queen and king of Madlantis, who rule the island with an iron fist.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Xbox Wire: I don\u2019t want to ruin any surprises for players of the game, but should we expect to see some familiar faces, besides Taiga Saejima, also seen in the trailer?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Sakamoto-san: Yes, we hope longtime fans of the franchise will look forward to seeing familiar faces turn up throughout Majima\u2019s adventures. Today fans can also pre-order the game to add Ichiban Kasuga and his pet crawfish Nancy to their crew!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Xbox Wire: Finally, in this trailer we see Majima playing a golden fiddle, wailing on a guitar, sharks in battle, a giant monkey uppercutting somebody. Am I having a fever dream?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Sakamoto-san: If by fever dream you mean an over-the-top pirate yakuza adventure unlike anything you\u2019ve experienced before, then yes! We can\u2019t wait for players to discover all the surprises out on the open seas.<\/p>\n<p>Thanks Sakamoto-san! In a game whose very existence took everyone by surprise, here\u2019s another: players will be able to unlock Majima\u2019s chest of secrets earlier than previously announced \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.xbox.com\/en-US\/games\/store\/like-a-dragon-pirate-yakuza-in-hawaii\/9NS00HQCZ0CJ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii<\/em><\/a> is now shipping out on February 21, 2025.<\/p>\n<div id=\"msp1729180459860\" class=\"\">\n<div class=\"ms-product-badge mspb-large\" data-product-id=\"9NS00HQCZ0CJ\">\n<div class=\"mspb-primary-image\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9NS00HQCZ0CJ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/store-images.s-microsoft.com\/image\/apps.43561.14373629973455045.5cb6965f-9144-48f7-a66f-dcca1b64d2c5.eba633c7-2dc8-40dc-951e-aad4e2e2380c?w=400&amp;h=600\" alt=\"Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii\" class=\"skip-lazy\"\/>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-details\">\n<h2>Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mspb-secondary-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-left-container\">\n<p>SEGA<\/p>\n<div class=\"mspb-rating\">\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t<span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span>&#13;\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t<span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span>&#13;\n\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<span>$59.99<\/span>&#13;\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-right-container\">\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t[PRE-ORDER BONUS CONTENT]<\/p>\n<p>ICHIBAN KASUGA PIRATE CREW &amp; SPECIAL OUTFIT SET:<br \/>\nAdd-on for Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii that includes Ichiban Kasuga and his pet crawfish Nancy to your pirate crew, as well as the ability to change into two of Ichiban&#8217;s iconic outfits.<\/p>\n<p>\u25a0 ICHIBAN PIRATE CREW SET<br \/>\n\u2013 Crewmate: Ichiban Kasuga<br \/>\n\u2013 Supporter: Nancy<\/p>\n<p>\u25a0 ICHIBAN SPECIAL OUTFIT SET<br \/>\n\u2013 Special Outfit: Ichiban Kasuga (Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth)<br \/>\n\u2013 Special Outfit: Ichiban Kasuga (Yakuza: Like a Dragon)<\/p>\n<p>*This special offer will be included if pre-ordered by February 27, 2025 at 23:59.<br \/>\nThe \u201cIchiban Pirate Crew Set\u201d and \u201cIchiban Special Outfit Set\u201d will be available for purchase after the pre-order period.<br \/>\n*The \u201cIchiban Pirate Crew Set\u201d will be available after the main character&#8217;s pirate ship upgrade event in Chapter 2 of the main game.<br \/>\n*The \u201cIchiban Special Outfit Set\u201d will be available after the ability to change outfits is unlocked in Chapter 2 of the main game.<br \/>\n*The contents of the &#8220;Ichiban Pirate Crew Set&#8221; &amp; &#8220;Ichiban Special Outfit Set&#8221; will not be counted toward in-game achievements.<\/p>\n<p>A new legend begins as you step into the steel toe boots of Goro Majima, a man who has lost his memory and reinvents himself as a pirate on the open sea.<\/p>\n<p>Embark on an over-the-top, modern-day pirate adventure with an ex-yakuza, now pirate captain and his crew as they engage in exhilarating combat on land and sea in the hunt for lost memories and a legendary treasure. <\/p>\n<p>\u25a0 PIRATE YAKUZA ADVENTURE AHOY!<br \/>\nGoro Majima, a notorious ex-yakuza suddenly finds himself shipwrecked on a remote island in the Pacific. Unable to remember even his own name, he sets sail in search of clues to his lost memories, accompanied by a boy named Noah who saved his life. Before long, they\u2019re caught up in a conflict between cutthroat criminals, modern-day pirates, and other scoundrels over a legendary treasure. <\/p>\n<p>\u25a0 GET YOUR SHIP TOGETHER<br \/>\nAssemble a one-of-a-kind crew while upgrading your ship as you explore the open sea and forge your legend in the cannon fire of foes, unexpected friendships, and immense riches made along the way. <\/p>\n<p>When an enemy pirate ship catches you in their sights, an exhilarating real-time cannon battle breaks out. Quickly maneuver into position while avoiding fire, then deliver devastating damage to board the enemy ship and take down the captain in all-out crew vs. crew brawls. Conquer the seas, discover hidden islands and acquire loads of loot like a true yakuza pirate!<\/p>\n<p>\u25a0 KICK ARRRSS WITH CREATIVE COMBAT<br \/>\nDynamically switch between the \u201cMad Dog\u201d and \u201cSea Dog\u201d fighting styles to mix-up attacks and deliver explosive combos, juggles, and aerial takedowns that reward your creativity with over-the-top action. <\/p>\n<p>With \u201cMad Dog\u201d style, utilize speed, agility, and flair to deliver precise yet powerful blows that stun your enemies into submission. <\/p>\n<p>Or make enemies walk the plank with the \u201cSea Dog\u201d style that has you dual-wielding short swords and deploying tricky pirate tools to kick some serious booty.<\/p>\n<p>This product contains a standalone game. Please be aware there are other editions of the game that include add-on content, and additional content is also sold separately.\n\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[ad_2]<br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2024\/10\/17\/like-a-dragon-pirate-yakuza-hawaii-xbox-partner-preview\/\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[ad_1] A legendary member of the Yakuza\u2019s Tojo clan wakes up on a beach with no idea how they got there. Clothing optional. 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