Challenges in Developing Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza Sailing Game

Insights from the Development of Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza

In a recent interview with Famitsu, key figures from Ryu ga Gotoku Studio, Chief Producer Hiroyuki Sakamoto and Chief Director Ryosuke Horii, shared intriguing insights into the making of the latest installment titled *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii*.They specifically addressed the challenges faced in developing the sailing mechanics integral to the gameplay experience.

Development Concerns Surrounding Sailing Mechanics

Throughout the development phase, Sakamoto expressed ongoing concerns about the sailing feature of *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza*.He revealed that the team grappled with numerous concepts, continuously refining their approach. Horii elaborated on this by emphasizing that from the outset, the focus was primarily on enhancing crew dynamics and broadening the ship’s operational capabilities.

“We’ve always been making cities, focusing on downtown areas. So we had relatively little experience, and we’ve never made something like naval battles. The first thing we worked on was making sure that ship movement, with the waves, wouldn’t make anyone sick. Then we moved onto combat, but when we tried to make it more realistic, well..That’s when it became quite difficult.”

A Unique Testing Experience

Interestingly, Horii found himself in the role of the team’s test subject. He humbly noted that since he is one of the less skilled players on the team, any segment he struggled with prompted necessary adjustments to the game’s design. Ultimately, the sailing mechanics were polished thanks to these focused efforts, incorporating the challenges he faced during testing.

Game Overview

*Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii*, a thrilling spin-off from the renowned *Like a Dragon* series (also known as *Yakuza*), features Goro Majima, one of the franchise’s most iconic characters. In this exhilarating adventure, players join Majima on a quest to recover his memories while navigating the tumultuous seas of Hawaii.

Availability

This exciting title is accessible on multiple platforms including PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC, appealing to a wide audience of gaming enthusiasts.

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