Like a Dragon Direct Date Announced

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 series' roots with fluid, real-time combat reminiscent of the original Kiryu saga. This time, the spotlight is on Goro Majima, whose Hawaiian adventures unfold following the events of Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth.

The acclaimed Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio (RGG Studio) made waves at the 2024 Game Awards, unveiling Virtua Fighter 6 and a new IP, codenamed Project Century. While their involvement with Virtua Fighter 6 surprised many, Project Century, a Yakuza-esque action brawler set in 1915 Japan, generated even more buzz, sparking speculation about its connection to the Yakuza/Like a Dragon universe.

To build anticipation for Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii's February 21st launch, RGG Studio announced a dedicated Like a Dragon Direct. The livestream will be broadcast on YouTube and Twitch on Thursday, January 9th, at 12 PM Eastern Time. RGG promises new gameplay reveals while minimizing story spoilers.

Like a Dragon Direct Details:

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

RGG Studio has already showcased substantial gameplay and minigames from Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii. While the Direct focuses on this title, speculation abounds regarding potential teases of other projects, perhaps including the rumored Yakuza 3 Kiwami remake or even another glimpse of Project Century (though the event's title suggests otherwise, given its recent reveal).

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 schedule featuring titles like Monster Hunter Wilds, Assassin's Creed Shadows, and Avowed. The upcoming Direct will undoubtedly shed more light on what RGG Studio has in store.