Ahoi, ossan! Captain Goro Majima will sail the seas this Thursday!
The saga continues as the series heads for the high seas following the recent trip to Honolulu in Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth. Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio has revealed that the latest Yakuza game will star an amnesiac Goro Majima on a quest to regain his memories, where he becomes a pirate captain leading a crew of weirdos. Can’t wait!
Read on to learn all about the Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii price, available editions, pre-order bonuses, and more.
Updated on February 18, 2025. The game is just days away, and the critics have shared their verdicts. Check out the scores below!
LaD: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii reviews are in!
Critics have spoken. Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii reviews are up on the usual sites, with an average score hovering around a solid 8.
From the early impressions, it seems like a fun and slightly different take on the series—though it doesn’t quite measure up to the mainline entries. Still, franchise fans (myself included) likely can’t wait for this hearty pirate meal to tide them over until Yakuza 9.
What is the Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii release date?
The wait for this new spin-off won’t be particularly long, as the Mad Dog of Shimano will return very soon. The Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii release date has been scheduled for February 20, 2025.
If you’re looking to dive into the Like a Dragon series but don’t know where to start, check out our ranking of the best Yakuza games for tips on the order of playing them.
Where can I preorder Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii?
The game is available for pre-purchase on all platforms: PC, Xbox, and PlayStation.
PC players can preorder Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii directly from Steam or explore the deals available in other stores. The offers for console editions are listed below as well.
Speaking of consoles, remember that you can save more money by using discounted Xbox or PSN gift cards.
Is Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii Digital Deluxe Edition worth it?
For $74.99, you’ll receive the base game plus a variety of additional content, including:
- LEGENDARY PIRATE CREW PACK
- LEGENDARY OUTFIT PACK
- SHIP CUSTOMIZATION PACK
- EXTRA KARAOKE & CD PACK
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Are there any Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii preorder bonuses?
Absolutely. If you decide to pre-purchase the game, you’ll receive two Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii preorder bonuses:
- ICHIBAN PIRATE CREW SET
- ICHIBAN SPECIAL OUTFIT SET
Is Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii coming to Game Pass?
Regrettably, LaD: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii wasn’t announced as a launch Game Pass title. Some fans may have hoped for this since last year’s spin-off (The Man Who Erased His Name) debuted in Microsoft’s service. No such luck this time.
But hey, there’s still plenty more to come! And we’ve got all the future XGP additions on our list of titles coming to Xbox Game Pass in 2024 and beyond.
Is the new game in the series “the future you dreamed of” or were you expecting something more traditional? Planning to grab your Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii key anytime soon? Let us know in the comments!
