Yakuza: Like a Dragon

Yakuza: Like a Dragon is unlike any other Yakuza game. Make no mistake: Most every modern entry in Sega’s genre-defying series is worth checking out. But at this point, being a newcomer means committing yourself to hundreds of hours of gameplay across more than half a dozen games just to get up to speed. Like a Dragon, on the other hand, doesn’t require any homework. It’s a spinoff, starring a totally new cast of characters. It’s a totally different type of game, too—a turn-based RPG inspired by Dragon Quest rather than a sprawling, brawling beat-’em-up. But it still has all of the Yakuza series hallmarks, from the humor to the pathos to the totally nonsensical mini-games. If you’re coming in fresh to the series, it’s the perfect place to start. And if you’ve already played a bunch of these games, it’s a welcome change of pace.

A Good Match For: Yakuza fans, Dragon Quest fans, anyone looking for a game to fill every hour of free time.

Not A Good Match For: Those who want to get straight to the action; Yakuza: Like a Dragon is approximately two-thirds talking.

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Purchase From: Steam | Microsoft Store