Yakuza: Like a Dragon Release Date Revealed

Get ready, Yakuza fans! A Like a Dragon Direct is set to air later this week, offering a closer look at Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii before its February release. Unlike recent mainline entries, this title returns to the fluid, real-time combat of the original Kiryu saga, starring Goro Majima in a Hawaiian adventure following the events of Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth.

RGG Studio, the developers behind the Like a Dragon series, made a splash at the 2024 Game Awards with reveals of Virtua Fighter 6 and the intriguing new IP, Project Century. While their work on Virtua Fighter 6 surprised many, Project Century, a 1915 Japan-set action brawler, has generated significant buzz and speculation about its potential connection to the Yakuza/Like a Dragon universe.

The upcoming Like a Dragon Direct, focusing on Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, will stream on YouTube and Twitch this Thursday, January 9th, at 12 PM EST. RGG promises new gameplay features without major story spoilers.

Like a Dragon Direct Details:

• Date: January 9th
• Time: 12 PM EST
• Platforms: YouTube, Twitch

While much of the combat and minigames have already been showcased, the stream promises further reveals. Although the Direct is specifically for Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, speculation abounds about potential teases of other projects, such as the rumored Yakuza 3 Kiwami remake or even another glimpse of Project Century, though the latter seems less likely given the event's title.

Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii sets sail on Xbox, PlayStation, and PC on February 21st, promising a unique experience amidst a crowded February release lineup including titles like Monster Hunter Wilds, Assassin's Creed Shadows, and Avowed. The mystery remains as to what RGG Studio will unveil, but the wait is almost over.