The new opus of the Yakuza saga arrives on Xbox consoles.
If the previous Yakuza: like a dragon For SEGA, this represented the change of witness from the legendary protagonist Kiryu Kazuma to the young and beardless Ichiban Kasuga, Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth signifies a new beginning for what could become a saga as important as the previous one.
With this new delivery, Ryu Ga Gotoku studio carries the baggage of eight main installmentswhile establishes something new and different for the future.
A new story and many open fronts
Much of this epic main story Like a dragon: infinite wealthlasting approximately 50 hours, shows Ichiban and Kiryu teaming up to solve an objective common: finding the mother of the first, Akane, in the new destination which is the city of Honolulu Hawaii. New and returning characters help them on their way, but there comes a point where, due to the things of life, we don’t find ourselves in a fight on different fronts.
With two groups to manage in three major cities (Kamurocho, Ijincho and Honolulu)It’s in the second half of the game that the previous titles in the saga are worth playing, as Kiryu reflects on his life while Ichiban becomes involved in the events of the present. This nostalgic approach to the campaign almost feels like a Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name style title. (available on Xbox Game Pass) and has been seamlessly integrated into Infinite Wealth. Both Japanese maps are filled with new interactive memories that allow Kiryu to recall events from previous games (including Like a Dragon: Ishin! and Yakuza: Dead Souls) and meet old faces. It’s very moving to see how Kiryu remembers everything, from the most comical to the most serious. Fans who have followed the veteran hero for generations will have a great time.
While waiting for this change of perspective, the game continues to offer a very high level of narrative
The only downside is that you will have to invest a few hours before the plot begins.. Just like in Yakuza: Like a Dragon, the game starts slowly, very slowly. Virtually every plot point it introduces will have been resolved by the end of the title, but as often happens in many games in the series, there are moments where it seems like we’re experiencing something filled and which will not have much. impact at the end.
Turn-based combat
Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth has improved and expanded the base of turn-based combat that his predecessor established. The basic flow of exchange turns with the enemy is maintained, but The ability to move each party member when it’s their turn has transformed the system. You are no longer limited to attacking or using a skill, but can now deal more damage depending on how you move. Basic attacks allow you to hit an enemy towards another party member for a combo, attacks from behind deal extra damage when hitting from behind, and being close to objects transforms tables, chairs and benches in arms. Kiryu has found his special movesincreasing your bond with each character unlocks combo attacks, and by attacking from a specific angle you can throw one enemy at another so they both take damage.
This addition brings much more strategy and depth to battles., turning even a basic attack into a chance to completely clear a health bar if you can position yourself correctly. This extends to the skills repertoire. Some skills deal damage in a line or in a circle, meaning you can hit multiple enemies at once if you position yourself in the right spot. or you wait for them to come together.
If Yakuza: Like a Dragon was a first contact, Infinite Wealth is the refined and definitive version of what the Ryu Ga Gotoku studio is looking for. With new jobs that help transform the appearance and movements of your party members, here we are a highly customizable and inventive combat system that could more than rival any other modern turn-based title. In fact, Infinite Wealth is probably one of the best RPGs of recent years.
Sheltered bay She is undoubtedly the great protagonist of the game. Suits and ties are replaced by shorts and sandals as Ichiban, Kiryu and company head to Hawaii in search of Akane after receiving a tip that she is still alive. Lush sandy beaches and palm trees contrast with the neon-lit streets of Ijincho and Kamurocho, and it’s a welcome change. There is a warmth and sense of fun about this place that you don’t find anywhere else.
Every store, from designer brands in the mall to independent stores on the boardwalk, They sell appropriately themed items, weapons, and armor to help you improve your team.while secret upgrades are hidden in the safes of the alleys of Honolulu. Along with that, we’ve added a Segway that helps you get around the largest location in the series yet..
Looking for the weirdest side content
The same goes for the large amount of side content it offers. The Ryu Ga Gotoku studio has always gone further in this area, but its latest work is simply absurd. In addition to the main story of approximately 50 hours, we have two dungeons in the form of a Colosseum to dominate, a Sujimon mini-game (the Yakuza Pokémon) evolved in which you can fight against enemies you capture and 52 side quests which bring back familiar faces and introduce you to new ones. As in previous games, in these short but tender stories You will find those weird and wonderful moments that the Yakuza series is famous for.
Other distractions include a dating simulator, food delivery, photography, classic SEGA titles to play in arcades, karaoke, tests to improve your personality traits, games of chance and darts. There’s so much optional content to invest in (and it’s worth it) that your playtime could easily reach over 100 hours before you finish the game, but there’s also Dondoko Island.
Ryu Ga Gotoku studio has developed its own version of Animal Crossing
Technical improvements
Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth is undoubtedly the best-looking game in the franchise to date. Ichiban, Kiryu, and the rest of the cast have never looked better, with highly detailed character models that bring their performances to life. At its peak is the city of Honolulu, which can be enjoyed day or night. Its structures and environments offer a spectacular nature that was not present in previous titles, making it a real spectacle. As if that wasn’t enough, On Xbox Series X, the title runs at a constant 60 FPS, without a single crash.
To the already wonderful Japanese dubbing common in the Yakuza series, We see that a masterful translation into Spanish has been carried out again. The adaptation of the texts to our language is exquisite, with typical jokes or everyday phrases that will make you laugh more than once.
Conclusions
Fans of Like a Dragon and the Yakuza series will flock to a new storywhatever its quality, but in this case Infinite Wealth largely meets the expectations placed on it. The franchise’s two best characters, Kiryu and Ichiban Kasuga, return in this exciting story in which we travel through three major cities, witness a serious and well-written plot, in addition to being able to enjoy their comedic side stories. There’s more to see and do than ever, the turn-based combat has been improved, and the entire experience has a visual aspect that makes it the most engaging game in the series.. Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth enters the Olympus of the series and undoubtedly becomes one of the best Yakuza games.
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Like a dragon: infinite wealth
$69.99
Benefits
- Well constructed and very entertaining story
- Improved turn-based combat system
- High-level secondary content
- Hawaii is a fantastic new place
- On a technical level, this borders on the great level…
The inconvenients
- …but there are certain aspects like the animations that deserve a facelift
- Another slow start to the story
- The main campaign could be reduced by hours like Like a Dragon Gaiden
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