Event Overview
- Fans of the Like a Dragon franchise can cast their votes for preferred merchandise until March 21.
- Unique items include prison uniform pajamas, a giant pylon, and the Great Fortune Gold Undies from Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth.
- Mark your calendars: Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is set for launch on February 21.
In celebration of its 20th anniversary, the Like a Dragon franchise invites fans to select their favorite pieces of quirky merchandise from a diverse pool of 100 unique options. Formerly recognized as the Yakuza series in the West, Like a Dragon remains a beloved title that immerses players in the intricacies of the Japanese criminal underbelly, all while providing delightfully absurd side quests.
The iconic series commenced with the release of Yakuza in 2005 on the PlayStation 2, evolving into a comprehensive collection that now includes nine main installments and over a dozen spin-offs, re-releases, and compilations. Each new game introduces engaging storylines and, periodically, entirely new characters, yet retains key elements such as the recognizable Kamurocho’s Millennium Tower and a myriad of addictive minigames. As the franchise continues to thrive into 2025, developers are keen on hearing fans’ wishes as they commemorate two decades of immersive crime drama.
Fans eager to contribute can visit a dedicated 20th-anniversary Yakuza website to vote on their preferred merchandise offerings. Organized by publisher Sega and developer Ryu ga Gotoku Studios, the list includes standard fare like dishware, apparel, and candles, alongside creatively odd items such as the Great Fortune Gold Undies, a karaoke tambourine, prison uniform pajamas, and the famed giant pylon—a longstanding joke within the series. Each fan can cast their vote twice daily until the questionnaire wraps up on March 21.
Unique Merchandise Options for the Like a Dragon Anniversary
The upcoming title, Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, is slated for release on February 21, allowing players to embark on a whimsical adventure alongside the much-loved character Goro Majima, who takes on the role of a pirate lord. True to its predecessors, this installment will feature a familiar beat ’em up combat system and reintroduce popular minigames like Crazy Delivery, Dragon Kart, and Karaoke.
At The Game Awards 2024, the studio also teased a new title called Project Century, set in Japan during 1915. While details remain scant, Ryu Ga Gotoku’s studio head, Masayoshi Yokoyama, clarified that fan speculations linking this project to Like a Dragon are unfounded. Enthusiasts will need to exercise patience as the developers will unveil more information in due time.
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