author: Jan Kopacz
Like a Dragon Infinite Wealth Release Date [Update: New Yakuza in Game Pass]
We learned the release date for Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth. Sega has also released new footage from this game and Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name.
UPDATE:
During Tokyo Game Show 2023 devs announced, that the following games will be added to the Game Pass subscription: Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name and Like a Dragon: Ishin!.
The former will be added with its market release, which is November 9, this year. On the other hand, in the case of Like a Dragon: Ishin! it was only stated that the game will hit Game Pass this year.
Unfortunately, both game are to be available only by subscription on Xbox One, Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X consoles. PC gamers won't be given the opportunity this time.
Sega and Ryu Ga Gotoku Studios held a presentation of Like a Dragon Direct, which showcased the upcoming games in the Yakuza series.
Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth
The most attention was given to Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, the eighth main installment in the series, which is a direct sequel to Yakuza: Like a Dragon from 2020.
- First of all, the release date was revealed. Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth will debut on January 26, 2024.. The game will be released simultaneously on PC, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S and PlayStation 5.
- The PC version will be sold on Steam and Microsoft Store.
- Two videos have also been released.
Gameplay trailer
The gameplay trailer shows, among other things, the combat system, new professions and numerous mini-games. Two things are worth noting:
- the game will feature full versions of arcade hits, such as the fishing arcade game Sega Bass Fishing or the brawler Spikeout;
- one of Kiryu's special abilities will enable him to "break out" of the turn-based combat system and slug enemies using arcade mechanics familiar from previous installments of the series.
Story trailer
Spoiler alert!
This ten-minute video has a ton of spoilers, including several that are crucial to the story. Therefore, if you want to discover the plot on your own, we advise you not to watch this footage.
Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name
Also not forgotten is Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name. In the case of this game, the opening video of the campaign was presented.
Recall that Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name is heading for PC, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S and PlayStation 5. The PC version will debut on November 8 this year, with console releases coming a day later.
