Like a Dragon Direct Date Announced

Get ready, Yakuza fans! A Like a Dragon Direct is set to drop later this week, offering a closer look at Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii before its February release. Unlike recent mainline entries, this installment 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 Yakuza series, made a splash at the 2024 Game Awards with reveals of Virtua Fighter 6 and a new IP, Project Century. While their work on Virtua Fighter 6 was noteworthy, Project Century, a 1915 Japan-set action brawler with potential Yakuza universe connections, generated significant buzz.

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 fresh reveals. Although RGG only explicitly mentioned Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, speculation abounds regarding potential teases of other projects, including a rumored Yakuza 3 Kiwami remake or perhaps 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 February 21st, promising a unique experience amidst a crowded February release lineup including Monster Hunter Wilds, Assassin's Creed Shadows, and Avowed. The mystery of what RGG has in store remains, but the wait is almost over.