Jan 2024
Feast your eyes on 'Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth', the latest installment that takes you from the chaotic streets of Japan to the sun-soaked beaches of Hawaii, while keeping your head spinning with Yakuza-style absurdity! Serving as both a sequel and a vivid love letter to its predecessors, this game hits all the right notes—provided you like your RPGs infused with a healthy dose of melodrama and outrageous side quests! Strap in, we're diving headfirst into a world where wealth is not merely possessed, but infinitely achievable through a series of questionable life choices.
In 'Infinite Wealth', players get to juggle two dynamic leads—Ichiban Kasuga and the legendary Kazuma Kiryu—while navigating their complex lives filled with new allies and chaotic adventures. The game’s turn-based combat system, now dubbed the 'Live Command RPG' Battle System, has received a serious makeover. Remember when turn-based meant standing still and twiddling your thumbs? Forget that! Each character now possesses a movement ring that allows them to reposition themselves during battles. Making tactical decisions is key here—get close enough to knock an enemy into a wall for bonus damage, or create devastating combo attacks by cleverly aligning your party members. No more 'stand there like a statue' nonsense; it’s all about that positioning game! And let’s not overlook the Hype Meter—think extreme Pokémon Go meets Yakuza—where every action you take can fuel your team's ultimate moves. Make your friends feel special by unleashing team attacks when you’re feeling particularly generous. Plus, classic side activities return, featuring karaoke, mahjong, and even a new twist involving a dating app. Who doesn’t love romance mixed with crime and karaoke? You can also dabble in the latest minigame, which is essentially 'Crazy Taxi' meets an underwhelming delivery job where you can be a food delivery ninja. Plus, the newly introduced resort management sim, Dondoko Island, lets you unleash your inner tycoon; you can craft and socialize as you run your very own island paradise. Just don’t forget to hire some help—running a resort is hard work, after all!
Visually, 'Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth' is like taking a trip through a neon-lit anime epic that jumped out of your television and landed on a PS5. The transition to next-gen consoles means the graphics are as lush as they come, combining the gritty streets of Yokohama with the turquoise waters of Hawaii. Facial animations are on point, pulling off complex emotions about as well as your buddy when he realizes he’s about to drop his last slice of pizza. Details are vibrant, colors pop, and the environments invite you to explore every corner, reminded only by the occasional street gang that life isn’t all sunshine and roses. Get ready to gawk and shout 'nice' at every turn, especially when the Ultimate Tag Team attacks hit the screen with visceral style and stunning effects!
'Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth' masterfully delivers a thrilling and humorous RPG experience layered with deep storytelling and ludicrous antics. It revels in its over-the-top brilliance while also tugging on those heartstrings when it needs to. If you’re up for a wild journey filled with colorful characters, unforgettable moments, and the essence of the Yakuza franchise infused with new life—this is the game to watch out for when it releases on January 26, 2024. It's a definite must-play for fans, and it might just convert those who are new to the franchise. So, whether you're in it for the drama, the absurdity, or simply to bop someone in turn-based combat, 'Infinite Wealth' has you covered. Prepare to step into a world where cash is king and ridiculous encounters are just around the corner!
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