Like a Dragon Infinite Wealth release date and everything we know
Here’s all the key information on the next mainline Yakuza game
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Like a Dragon Infinite Wealthis now out in the wild!The next mainline Yakuza game is essentially Yakuza 8, despite its rather confusing name. The game serves as a continuation of both Kiryu and Ichiban’s stories.
If you didn’t know,Like a Dragon Infinite Wealthfollows Ichiban after the events ofYakuza: Like a Dragon. It’s proved a hit among critics and players and has been praised for its gripping storyline, excellent turn-based battle systems, and its vast range of enjoyable side content. If you want a fuller write-up then check out our fullLike a Dragon Infinite Wealthreview.
However, if you need to soak up all the information you can on the game, then read on to swot up on all the key details, as well as all the information we had before the game was released.
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Like a Dragon Infinite Wealth release date and platforms
The Like a Dragon Infinite Wealth release date was January 26, 2024.
Like a Dragon Infinite Wealthreleased onPS5,PS4,Xbox Series X|S,Xbox One,Nintendo Switch, and Windows PC. This makes it a cross-generational release, so you’ll be able to play even if you have yet to upgrade to current-gen consoles.
Like a Dragon Infinite Wealth trailers
The last trailer that we received forLike a Dragon Infinite Wealthbefore the game’s release was a brand-new story trailer. It’s over 10 minutes long and really sets the scene for what’s to come. You can check it out below:
There are a few trailers forLike a Dragon Infinite Wealth,providing a good mix of story and gameplay. If you’re looking for more then the officialSega YouTube channelis the place to go. You can find developer commentary videos and trailers for other Yakuza titles too.
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Like a Dragon Infinite Wealth gameplay
Like a Dragon Infinite Wealthcontinues on from whereYakuza: Like a Dragonleft off, and features a new style of turn-based combat. This is different from the brawler/beat-em-up combat showcased elsewhere in the series. The upcoming Yakuza spin-offLike a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name, for example. You can check out a gameplay reveal trailer embedded above this paragraph.
Like a Dragon Infinite Wealth story and setting
Like a Dragon Infinite Wealthis a sequel toYakuza: Like a Dragonand is essentially Yakuza 8.
The game takes place a few after its predecessor and focuses on Ichiban Kasuga living a quiet life. Unfortunately, things take a turn after a viral video tars him as a fraudster; he soon thereafter escapes to Honolulu in Hawaii to get away from it all. He learns that a close family member is actually alive and well, and, with the help of locals and the input of multiple factions, begins a journey and narrative that unravels into a gripping tale. In terms of setting,Like a Dragon Infinite Wealthtakes place primarily in Hawaii, a first for the series with a portion taking place in Yokohama,
Like a Dragon Infinite Wealth news
Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealthwill be the longest game in theYakuzaseriesIt was announced thatLike a Dragon: Infinite Wealthwill be the longest game in the Yakuza series, nicknamed a “monster-class game” that won’t be possible to complete in a few nights.
Like a Dragon Gaidenwill launch with a demo forLike a Dragon: Infinite WealthSega released a deep-dive onLike a Dragon Gaiden. It revealed that players who pick upLike a Dragon Gaidenwill have access to a demo forLike a Dragon Infinite Wealth.
Like a Dragon Infinite WealthisYakuza 8RGG Studio cleared up some confusion during development around whetherLike a Dragon Infinite Wealthwas the next mainline Yakuza game. It turns out that the infinity symbol is actually an 8 on its side, andLike a Dragon Infinite WealthisYakuza 8, just under a different name in the West. Check out the announcement below:
We’d like to share a message from Masayoshi Yokoyama, Director of Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio.Thank you for your continued support of the Like a Dragon franchise!We look forward to you playing Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth.#LikeaDragon #InfiniteWealth pic.twitter.com/82045mugg4June 15, 2023
That was everything we know about Like a Dragon Infinite Wealth along with some key information. For more on what’s coming to Xbox consoles, be sure to check out ournew Xbox Series X gameslist.
Jake is a freelance writer who currently works regularly with TRG. Hailing from the overcast shores of Brighton in the United Kingdom, Jake can be found covering everything from features to guides content around the latest game releases. As seen onNME.com,Eurogamer.net, andVG247.com, Jake specializes in breaking games down into approachable pieces for guides, and providing SEO advice to websites looking to expand their audiences.
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