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[The Cockatrice]

I think I'll follow this.

You should still watch the recap of 0 to 6. You can find it on youtube.

 

[STARSBarry]

Take that, turn-based haters!

Only reason people started disliking Turnbased is because they stopped putting effort into making things look cool.

Remember how amazing summoning bahamut or Knights of the round was? It was always about that presentation.

Yakuza ironically understands this

 

[Chairman Yang]

I'm extremely excited to play this, having only finished Yakuza 0 and the PS3 version of Yakuza 3 (back when the series seemed like it was on its last legs). Currently making my way through Yakuza Kiwami 1. Hopefully will only be a few more years until I finish the rest of the series (and Judgment) and can get to this.

Although I'm a little worried the team will crank out Yakuzas faster than I can keep up with them.

 

[killatopak]

Another amazing year.

 

[kurisu_1974]

I literally cannot wait. Hope I can finish the Another Code remake by Friday so I can go in clean.

 

[mckmas8808]

Another amazing year.

2024 starting off firing hot shells!

 

[Evil Calvin]

I have the physical version coming Friday. Is there a way to download it early on Xbox? Then unlock it with the disc?

 

[Gambit2483]

Just realized the symbolizm of this picture...wow.

 

[Raven117]

Long Live Yakuza games man.

 

[Fat Frog]

The non remade/remastered games may be rough. I'm tempted to watch a summary or something and skip ahead.

Do it. 3,4,5,6 on a rope = burn out.

 

[Eiknarf]

This uses turn based combat?

What exactly is "turn based combat" vs the fighting I'm used to in games like Ghost of Tsushima?

Pardon my ignorance

 

[jshackles]

This uses turn based combat?

What exactly is "turn based combat" vs the fighting I'm used to in games like Ghost of Tsushima?

Pardon my ignorance

When you get into a battle, the action basically stops - and a menu comes up listing what actions are available.

Remember this?

This is the basic essence of combat in the newer Like A Dragon games.


They've styled it to look like this now:

But it functions basically the same.

It's called turn-based, because when it's your turn to choose an action, the enemies will wait for you to choose what you're doing.

 

[Eiknarf]

When you get into a battle, the action basically stops - and a menu comes up listing what actions are available.

Remember this?

This is the basic essence of combat in the newer Like A Dragon games.


They've styled it to look like this now:

But it functions basically the same.

It's called turn-based, because when it's your turn to choose an action, the enemies will wait for you to choose what you're doing.

Very interesting

I haven't tried it, so I'm curious to know how it feels and how fun it is

 

[Soltype]

Remember the New Zealand trick if you want to play it early on Xbox

 

[MegaBustet]

I'm very excited for this one!

 

[jshackles]

Steam says this unlocks in 12 hours

Where's my boy Nankatsu with the OT?

 

[Eiknarf]

I read that in this installment there will be male nudity instead of female nudity.

Don't know what that means or if true

 

[StereoVsn]

Genuinely curious about the people holding off on getting this until after they finish Final Fantasy. Final Fantasy comes out like 35 whole days after this game does. Do you all seriously not have enough time to play this before the next big game releases? Not judging, genuinely curious.

I still got Gaiden to play and my backlog is strong . So yeah, going to play other stuff till Rebirth and afterwards will grab Infinite Wealth and somewhere down the line, P3.

Although I am super tempted to get both immediately I know quite well they will just sit on the shelf for a few months.

 

[StereoVsn]

I'm extremely excited to play this, having only finished Yakuza 0 and the PS3 version of Yakuza 3 (back when the series seemed like it was on its last legs). Currently making my way through Yakuza Kiwami 1. Hopefully will only be a few more years until I finish the rest of the series (and Judgment) and can get to this.

Although I'm a little worried the team will crank out Yakuzas faster than I can keep up with them.

I would just play first Like a Dragon, Gaiden and then this game. You can catch up on the rest afterwards. And I say that as a huge fan of the series.

 

[Miyazaki’s Slave]

It's almost time.

While I will love Rebirth....Like a Dragon had god levels of creativity and polish. If Wealth manages to match the first, the for me it will be GOTY material.

If Wealth is BETTER than Like a Dragon....well...let's not say stupid shit we can't take back.

 

[LiquidMetal14]

59 GB preload on Steam. Ready to roll. Hopefully there's a thread soon if not already up.

 

[Aenima]

Post office sent me a text message notifying me they will be delivering the game today. My Ichiboner is ready.

 

[systemr123]

Just realized the symbolizm of this picture...wow.

Choose who dies

 

[Nankatsu]

Steam says this unlocks in 12 hours

Where's my boy Nankatsu with the OT?

OT is being cooked. Will boot it up friday night or during the weekeend.

 

[Danjin44]

Choose who dies

 

[DarkStream]

Steam says it will unlock in 3 hours for me.
An unexpected surprise for sure.

 

[Croga]

Xbox version unlocked with New Zealand trick, go go go!

I've been media silent on this, not even played the demo after finishing Gaiden, this is my most anticipated game of the year, Rebirth a close second.

Enjoy everyone!

 

[STARSBarry]

How I imagine this sequel was greenlighted by SEGA.



Can't wait to play. Anyone know the UK unlock time?

 

[Burger]

How I imagine this sequel was greenlighted by SEGA.



Can't wait to play. Anyone know the UK unlock time?

2PM on steam I think.

 

[DosGamer]

There going to be an OT with this?
Also, can anybody confirm if there is a weather system in the game. Does it rain periodically or at all? Storms? Anything of that nature?

 

[Thief1987]

There going to be an OT with this?
Also, can anybody confirm if there is a weather system in the game. Does it rain periodically or at all? Storms? Anything of that nature?

In previous games there wasn't any dynamic TOD or weather system. Conditions are fixed and determined by the story. I don't think it changes in this game.

 

[Caio]

More like first 2.Tekken 8 is getting similar scores.

Yep, 2024 just started, and we have already got two incredible games, WOW ! I'll play both Like a Dragon and Tekken 8 to death, I know

 

[Complistic]

I'm hoping they run a sale on Like a Dragon and Gaiden soon. Gonna finish 0 and then play the remakes. Then watch summaries to get caught up on this.

 

[Chuck Berry]

Wow, wasnt expecting these scores at all.

Highly enjoyed the first one and will def grab this sooner than later.

That tweak to the turn based battles with being able to move around a bit before executing moves sounds like exactly like what South Park did with Fractured But Whole.

SOLD

 

[Evil Calvin]

Are there actually gangs or Yakuza in Hawaii? On every corner?

 

[STARSBarry]

Are there actually gangs or Yakuza in Hawaii? On every corner?

Oh absolutely, this series is well known for its grounded realism in regards to that sort of thing.

 

[Aenima]

5 hours in and Im loving the improved combat system mechanics. Makes the combats a bit more strategic and less boring compared to the 1st LaD. Hard to put it down, loving everething about it and I still havent reached Hawaii yet.

 

[Eiknarf]

Wait a minute

This came out on previous GEN consoles?
They made this for the PS4, too?

 

[bender]

Wait a minute

This came out on previous GEN consoles?
They made this for the PS4, too?

Of course.

 

[Thief1987]

Wait a minute

This came out on previous GEN consoles?
They made this for the PS4, too?

Well, it's powered by Dragon Engine which barely improved tech-wise since its introduction.

 

[Eiknarf]

Well, it's powered by Dragon Engine which barely improved tech-wise since it's introduction.

So what's improved in this game if it's not improved tech-wise?

I see it supports the Dualsense haptic feedback and trigger effects on the PS5

 

[DeVeAn]

I'm torn. Buy the base game a get DLC when in on sale. What they tend to do is put ultimate on sale but the DLC stays full price for longer period. just know it will price reduce in 3 months. Annoying lol.

 

[jshackles]

Only a few hours in but loving this game so far. Massive amounts of charm.

 

[kurisu_1974]

Take half a day off tomorrow? Or is that wierd for a grown ass man ;p

 

[Danjin44]

Take half a day off tomorrow? Or is that wierd for a grown ass man ;p

Your boss:

 

[Eiknarf]

Only a few hours in but loving this game so far. Massive amounts of charm.

Is it rated M for semi-nudity like some of the older titles?
The one "Yakuza" game I played years ago had your character go into a video store and watch actual clips of chics for some reason

 

[Nankatsu]

OT is up and running!

Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth |OT| - Aloha, is it me you're looking for?

 

[GateofD]

starting this game now, i played the previous Like a Dragon, but none of the actual Yazuka brawler games. A lot of the history is lost on me.

 

[SolidQ]

A lot of the history is lost on me.

You can always play Yakuza

 

[Complistic]

starting this game now, i played the previous Like a Dragon, but none of the actual Yazuka brawler games. A lot of the history is lost on me.

The old games are 100% worth running through on easy. They're cheap too right now.