Like a Dragon Direct Date Announced

Get ready, Yakuza fans! A Like a Dragon Direct is set for 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 revives the fluid, real-time combat reminiscent of the original Kiryu saga, starring Goro Majima in a Hawaiian adventure following the events of Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth.

RGG Studio, the developer behind the Like a Dragon series, made waves at the 2024 Game Awards with reveals of Virtua Fighter 6 and a new IP, Project Century. While their work on Virtua Fighter 6 surprised many, Project Century, a 1915 Japan-set action brawler, generated even more buzz, fueling speculation about its 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 significant story spoilers.

Like a Dragon Direct Details:

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

While much of Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii's combat and minigames have already been showcased, the Direct promises further surprises. Although the announcement solely mentions Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, speculation abounds regarding potential teases of other projects, such as the rumored Yakuza 3 Kiwami remake or even another glimpse at Project Century, though the latter seems less likely given the event's title.

Set to launch on February 21st for Xbox, PlayStation, and PC, Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is poised to be a standout release in a busy February, alongside titles like Monster Hunter Wilds, Assassin's Creed Shadows, and Avowed. The mystery of what RGG Studio will reveal remains, but the wait is almost over.