Yakuza: Like a Dragon
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5 streamer verdicts· Released 2020-01-16Independent creators only · sponsored coverage never counts
Streamer Verdicts
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Our analysis
A turn-based reimagining of the Yakuza franchise that successfully delivers engaging combat mechanics and entertaining character dynamics, but suffers from a less impactful story and padded dungeon grinding sections.
Our analysis
A surprising hit that wins over even an RPG skeptic thanks to its Dragon Quest-style turn-based combat carried by gloriously absurd animations and enemies. The story drags with bloated, overlong expository dialogue, but the game's enormous length, standout side quests, and packed minigames keep it consistently entertaining and delightfully varied in tone.
Our analysis
Excellent character-driven story with memorable cast though combat becomes repetitive.
Our analysis
Yahtzee thumbs up — likeable Ichiban replaces Kiryu, turn-based combat works, side content is the real draw despite a wandering main story.
Our analysis
Fantastic franchise entry with fresh turn-based RPG combat. Strong character development, compelling story, excellent themes. Ichiban inspires.
About
- Released
- 2020-01-16
- Genre
- Role-playing (RPG), Adventure
Creator Mentions · 2
- TTehsnakerer👍 positiveWatch
Our analysis
An audacious genre shift that replaces real-time brawling with turn-based combat. The creator respects the daring mechanical choice and finds the narrative deeply moving, but personally struggles with turn-based gameplay. The game's exceptional heart, character work, and thematic coherence more than compensate for combat limitations.
- ぐぐう実況ゲーム紹介ch👍 positiveWatch
Our analysis
Yakuza 7 is a bountiful success that meaningfully challenges the series with new RPG mechanics and protagonist, offering an excellent story accessible to newcomers and abundant unique sub-elements, despite dividing opinions on the battle system transition.
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