The upcoming game Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii will continue the narrative set forth in 2024’s Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth. The conclusion of Infinite Wealth is expected to significantly influence the plot of Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii. While many story arcs are resolved by the game’s end, certain plot points remain unresolved, suggesting that the new title will revisit these elements. Analyzing the character trajectories provided in Infinite Wealth gives us valuable insights into the forthcoming game’s narrative developments.
In this next installment, the focus returns to Goro Majima as the protagonist after an extended absence from the spotlight. Understanding the status of other key characters as they transition into this game is crucial for predicting possible cameos and future roles within the franchise, including potential appearances in Like a Dragon 9. While some character arcs conclude definitively in Infinite Wealth, it is the more ambiguous fates that could significantly shape the story in Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii.
Major Spoilers for Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth Ahead
Kiryu’s Story Appears to be Conclusively Resolved
Kiryu Likely Won’t Feature Prominently in Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii
One of the pivotal elements of Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth is Kiryu’s battle against cancer, which leaves him physically and emotionally depleted by the end of the game. Following a climactic confrontation with antagonist Masataka Ebina, Kiryu is depicted being transported to the hospital, culminating in a post-credits scene where he obtains medical treatment. Given that Kiryu is last shown in a frail state managing his cancer, his active involvement in Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii seems highly unlikely, suggesting his days of fighting might be over.
Kasuga and His Allies Stay in Japan
Cameo Opportunities in Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii
At the conclusion of Infinite Wealth, Ichiban Kasuga and his companions return to Yokohama after thwarting the schemes of Ebina and Bryce Fairchild. It appears that these characters will be staying in Japan, making their presence in Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii improbable, especially given the game’s timeline, which takes place six months later. There seems to be little motivation for them to travel to Hawaii within such a short span.
However, there is a notable exception. Chitose Fujinomiya takes over leadership of her family’s Fujinomiya Group, but Eric Tomizawa, a newcomer introduced in Infinite Wealth, could potentially make an appearance. After dismantling Bryce Fairchild’s criminal operations, Tomizawa expresses his intention to return to Hawaii and support the organization’s original charitable goals, making his possible inclusion in Pirate Yakuza a strong likelihood.
Dojima, Saejima, and Majima Present Key Uncertainties
The Trio’s Status After Infinite Wealth May Influence Majima’s Journey to Hawaii
The characters with the most unresolved storylines from Infinite Wealth—Daigo Dojima, Taiga Saejima, and Goro Majima—are poised to have a significant impact on the narrative of Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii. Initially, these three are encountered as fishermen following the disbandment of the Tojo Clan but later play a critical role in aiding Kiryu during the game’s climax. They are last seen watching Kiryu being transported to the hospital, leaving their fates uncertain.
Given their ambiguous ends, it remains to be seen how Majima transitions from witnessing Kiryu’s hospital transport to washing ashore in Hawaii for Pirate Yakuza. Nonetheless, this unpredictability also offers the potential for cameos in the new game. Saejima has already appeared in promotional trailers, suggesting that Dojima may also make a return.
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