SummaryRISE LIKE A DRAGON. Become Ichiban Kasuga, a low-ranking yakuza grunt left on the brink of death by the man he trusted most. Take up your legendary bat and get ready to crack some underworld skulls in dynamic RPG combat set against the backdrop of modern-day Japan.
Rated Mfor Mature
Developer:Ryu ga Gotoku Studios
Yakuza: Like a Dragon
Released On:
Nov 10, 2020
Metascore
Generally Favorable
84
User score
Generally Favorable
8.2
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Metascore
Generally Favorable
84
91% Positive
49 Reviews
49 Reviews
9% Mixed
5 Reviews
5 Reviews
0% Negative
0 Reviews
0 Reviews
Apr 12, 2021
100
A great detour from the classic Japanese series, which shows that the Yakuza can work with turn-based battles and a ton of bizarre humor. [Issue#309]
Feb 27, 2021
90
Issues aside, Yakuza: Like a Dragon is a masterpiece that might also be of historical note, since I’m hard-pressed to come up with another series that changed genres without losing what made it special in the first place. Players come to Yakuza games expecting fantastic storytelling, a bustling open world, and intense combat. Ryu Ga Gotoku Studios have proven they can swap out one leg of that stool without sacrificing its strength, and that’s an accomplishment few can claim.
User score
Generally Favorable
8.2
81% Positive
1029 Ratings
1029 Ratings
10% Mixed
129 Ratings
129 Ratings
9% Negative
110 Ratings
110 Ratings
Jun 9, 2026
10
Este es el putisimo juego preferido de mi amigo Fox freedom si el dice que es un juegazo es por qué lo es.
Jun 13, 2025
10
I'm not afraid to say that this game changed my life. The story is so inspiring showing these middle aged people who still believe in their dreams and are not afraid to be theirselves despite what society might think. It's a story about dreams and friendship, a story about finding our place in this crazy world. It's never too late to be what we want to be. Before playing this game i hated the turn base combat but i really loved it in this game because it helped me to understand the real depth behind this system. The characters are so well written as the story is (Ichiban might be my favourite main character of all time) . Truly a masterpiece and an amazing experience, well done RGG
Nov 4, 2020
90
Yakuza Like a Dragon is both a fresh start and a shot in the arm that caters to series veterans and newcomers like. It bears all the hallmarks of a great Yakuza game, while making a damned good case for its revamped battle system. After Yakuza 6 topped the rest of the franchise with a matured and succinct focus it feels even more exciting to see the whole thing blown wide open again and have Ryu ga Gotoku just run wild. Kudos is deserved at Sega of America for their commitment to the game's localization as well, which is incredibly considered and comprehensive. I think I've found a new favourite Yakuza game.
Nov 16, 2020
85
Yakuza Like a Dragon shifts to a turn based fighting system which adds a new tactical layer to the game, and adopts a new character which we liked a lot ! Overall there isn't much to dislike about that new entry in the series.
Nov 19, 2020
80
Yakuza: Like A Dragon is different, but is one of the better Yakuza titles out there. Despite the new combat system, it still maintains that Yakuza style flare that made the series a cult success. There are a few expected missteps, but Ryu Ga Gotoku just about manages to stick the landing to deliver an experience you don't want to miss.
Nov 4, 2020
80
Like A Dragon is a revitalised game full of fresh ideas and proves that the series won’t be re-treading the same ground with Ichiban in the driver’s seat. If this is the first step into the new age of Yakuza, I can’t wait to see how bonkers the next game will be.
Nov 13, 2020
64
Yakuza’s comeback shows off a great fighting system, while the tasks that you’re following are tedious and boring.
Nov 25, 2024
10
It's literally one of the greatest games ever made for the Ps4 and PS5. You can't go wrong with this game. It's probably one of the best like a dragon games ever made and it shows I would give this game a higher review if I could. That's how good the game is and I beat the entire game. It took 90 hours and it was worth every single hour. I would highly recommend this game.
Sep 8, 2024
7
too much content, repetitive, andit takes too much time to lvl up. I do not recommend to platium the game based on personal preference it is not for everyone to enjoy
Dec 7, 2023
4
The fight with tendo and his instant death move even if blocked ruined the game for me
Platforms:
- PlayStation 4
- Xbox Series X
- PC
- Xbox One
- PlayStation 5
Initial Release Date:Nov 10, 2020
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