With little more than a week until the arrival of Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, SEGA announced a demo during Sony’s most recent State of Play.
On Twitter/X, developer RGG Studio shared that the demo will also come to Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam. It will be available for Western audiences starting on February 13th (7:00am PST). Japanese players will have access on February 14th (12:01am JST).
Regardless of where people are engaging with the demo, they will be able to experiment with two distinct battle styles — including Majima’s new “Sea Dog” style — and engage in naval battles inside the coliseum.
Below you can check out the game’s recent State of Play appearance, as well as an overview and some Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii screenshots to wet your whistle.
Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii Overview
A new legend begins as you step into the steel toe boots of Goro Majima, a man who has lost his memory and reinvents himself as a pirate on the open sea.
Embark on an over-the-top, modern-day pirate adventure with an ex-yakuza, now pirate captain and his crew as they engage in exhilarating combat on land and sea in the hunt for lost memories and a legendary treasure.
PIRATE YAKUZA ADVENTURE AHOY!
Goro Majima, a notorious ex-yakuza suddenly finds himself shipwrecked on a remote island in the Pacific. Unable to remember even his own name, he sets sail in search of clues to his lost memories, accompanied by a boy named Noah who saved his life. Before long, they’re caught up in a conflict between cutthroat criminals, modern-day pirates, and other scoundrels over a legendary treasure.
GET YOUR SHIP TOGETHER
Assemble a one-of-a-kind crew while upgrading your ship as you explore the open sea and forge your legend in the cannon fire of foes, unexpected friendships, and immense riches made along the way.
When an enemy pirate ship catches you in their sights, an exhilarating real-time cannon battle breaks out. Quickly maneuver into position while avoiding fire, then deliver devastating damage to board the enemy ship and take down the captain in all-out crew vs. crew brawls. Conquer the seas, discover hidden islands and acquire loads of loot like a true yakuza pirate!
KICK ARRRSS WITH CREATIVE COMBAT
Dynamically switch between the “Mad Dog” and “Sea Dog” fighting styles to mix-up attacks and deliver explosive combos, juggles, and aerial takedowns that reward your creativity with over-the-top action.
With “Mad Dog” style, utilize speed, agility, and flair to deliver precise yet powerful blows that stun your enemies into submission.
Or make enemies walk the plank with the “Sea Dog” style that has you dual-wielding short swords and deploying tricky pirate tools to kick some serious booty.
Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii Screenshots
The demo for Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii launches on February 13th. The full game releases on February 21st, for PS5, PS4, XSX, Xbox One, and PC via Steam and the Microsoft Store.
This latest spinoff in the popular Like a Dragon series is on our list of most anticipated games for 2025. If you missed episode 312 of Random Encounter (where we discuss Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii and our other most anticipated games), be sure to give that a download/listen. Otherwise, you can check out our series primer to get caught up on the games, if it’s been a while since you’ve gone down the Yakuza rabbit hole.
Well, what are you waiting for you scurvy dogs!? Click on over to the RPGFan home page, where our swashbuckling news team will get you caught up on all the latest news from the most recent showcase!
Or they be walkin’ the plank!
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