This week sees the launch of Yakuza-Pirate Dragon in Hawaii, which is undoubtedly one of the most unconventional spin-offs for Sega’s popular ongoing series so far. The Yakuza series could be compared to a gripping television drama within the gaming world, with eight extensive games that collectively weave a complex tale about the criminal underworld in a fictional Japanese setting. Although the games typically feature the same main characters and share similar aesthetics, sometimes developer RGG Studio decides to take a risk and create a spin-off that doesn’t necessarily advance the primary narrative of the series.
In the game “Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii,” RGG Studio introduces an exciting twist by casting Goro Majima as the main character and transforming it into a swashbuckling pirate tale, allowing players to voyage across the open seas, gather a crew, and join them in battles. According to ComicBook’s review, this unconventional approach to the Like a Dragon series was highly praised, being described as “one of 2025’s most eccentric yet endearing games.” If you enjoyed “Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii” and are seeking similar experiences, take a look at these spin-offs that transport players through diverse settings ranging from the Edo period of Japan to a Kamurocho overrun by zombies.
Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name
The game preceding “Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii” was titled “The Man Who Erased His Name“. Notably, this spin-off has stronger ties to the primary storyline of the Yakuza series compared to many others. It sheds light on Kazuma Kiryu’s activities before the occurrences in “Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth“. For those seeking a compact, engaging Yakuza experience with a deeply personal narrative focusing on Kiryu and some entertaining gadgets for combat, “The Man Who Erased His Name” is worth exploring.
You can find “Like a Dragon: The Man Who Erased His Name” on various platforms including PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
Like a Dragon: Ishin!
If you’re seeking a spin-off title unrelated to the main story and characters of the Yakuza series, then “Ishin!” is your top pick. Launched in Japan exclusively in 2014, Sega upgraded this game for global release in 2023. “Ishin!” incorporates the fundamental combat mechanics and character designs from the initial Yakuza games, but sets them within characters and events of Japan’s Edo period, such as Sakamoto Ryōma. If you have an interest in world history or appreciate settings similar to those found in “Rise of the Ronin,” then give “Ishin!” a try, even if you’re not familiar with any other Yakuza games.
Like a Dragon: Ishin! is available now for PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
Judgment and Lost Judgment
The Judgment series is a spin-off from the main Yakuza games. In this series, the protagonist is detective Takayuki Yagami, played by popular Japanese actor Takuya Kimura. The first game centers around Yagami’s investigation of a serial killer who removes his victims’ eyes, while the second game focuses on Yagami investigating bullying at a high school in Japan. As with other Yakuza games, both stories become deeply entwined with Japan’s criminal underworld and require you to fight your way out of most situations. Playing through the Judgment series offers a more manageable introduction to RGG Studios’ games compared to committing to eight mainline Yakuza games, making it an excellent starting point if you want to familiarize yourself with their style.
Both Judgment and Lost Judgment are available across PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
Yakuza: Dead Souls
Failing to bring up Yakuza: Dead Souls in a conversation about spin-offs of this series would be a glaring oversight. Launched for PS3 in the U.S. in 2012, before the series had garnered significant popularity, Yakuza: Dead Souls presents an alternate reality where a zombie outbreak occurs and characters such as Kiryu and Majima are forced to combat this menace. Typically, characters in the Like a Dragon series engage in hand-to-hand combat or improvised weapon fights, but Dead Souls is unique within the series because it primarily involves shooting enemies. To this day, there’s no other game in the series quite like Yakuza: Dead Souls, making it an intriguing find if you can locate a copy.
The game titled “Yakuza: Dead Souls” is currently exclusive to the PlayStation 3. Fingers crossed that Sega plans to update its availability on newer gaming platforms, similar to how they released “Like a Dragon: Ishin!” on more recent consoles.
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2025-02-21 05:09