November 14, 2024 – SEGA has released more information about the Mad Dog and Sea Dog combat styles in Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, which launches on February 21, 2025 for PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows, and Steam.
Take a closer look at Majima’s sidearms and dark instruments—the tools that enhance the Sea Dog style. On top of that, discover what kind of battles await you on the high seas!
Go On a Rampage with 2 Unique Battle Styles!
In the battles of Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, you can swap between Mad Dog Style and Sea Dog Style. Pick the one that fits the situation or your favorite, and slice through the bilge rats that stand before you!
● Unleash Majima’s Signature Mad Dog Style, Which is All About Speed!
The fighting style that earned the Mad Dog of Shimano his fearsome moniker in the criminal underworld. Majima blends together a combination of punches, kicks, and knife strokes to make quick work of his enemies. He can also launch his victims into the air and unleash flashy mid-air combos!
Combos
Unleash a flurry of punches, kicks, and blade attacks on your foes! Follow up with flashy finishing blows and aerial combos!
・Heat Actions
These devastating attacks can be performed under certain conditions, such as when Majima is armed with an impromptu weapon or making use of his surroundings.
・Madness Gauge
While battling in the Mad Dog style, use the Madness Gauge to summon doppelgangers! These apparitions will fight by Majima’s side and can be used to dish out insane combination attacks.
● Wield a Cutlass and Other Buccaneer Gear with Sea Dog Style!
A swashbuckling fighting style befitting a pirate at sea, Majima wields a pair of cutlasses and has three sidearms at his disposal. Hack and slash through swarms of enemies and draw your sidearms when the need arises!
Combos
The Sea Dog style allows Majima to quickly lay waste to his foes using his cutlasses. He can also unlock triple finishers that utilize all three of his sidearms.
・Heat Actions
Majima’s Heat Actions make use of his cutlasses and sidearms. Embrace the pirate life and unleash waves of nautical nonsense upon your foes!
・Madness Gauge
Using the Madness Gauge, Majima can summon dark deities capable of turning the tides of battle. Conjuring them requires treasures known as Dark Instruments, which you’ll need to plunder from the ships of defeated rival pirate crews.
Collect Sidearms and Dark Instruments to Tap into the Sea Dog Style’s Full Potential!
● Sidearms
As you advance through the story, you’ll gain access to three different sidearms: the cutlass boomerang, the pistol, and the chain hook.
Cutlass boomerang enables Majima to throw his cutlasses and damage enemies at a distance. His pistol can also be charged to deal extra damage. Lastly, he can latch on to enemies using his chain hook and zip towards them.
Outmaneuver and outwit your foes by switching between your sidearms!
● Dark Instruments
With the dark instruments—four treasures with immense power—Majima can summon dark deities capable of turning the tides of battle.
・ Dark God of the Waves
Playing Majima’s cursed violin summons man-eating sharks to the battlefield! These beasts will emerge from the ground, dealing heavy damage to enemies within range of their jaws. Furthermore, the more enemies there are, the greater the number of sharks that will appear!
・Dark God of the Earth
Playing Majima’s cursed guitar calls upon a ferocious ape that inflicts massive damage on enemies. The deity makes up for its limited range with its sheer destructive force.
・Dark God of the Skies
Playing a tune on Majima’s cursed sax conjures an avian ally capable of conjuring up powerful winds! Enemies caught within its tornadoes will be blown into the air and suffer continuous damage.
・Dark God of the Deep
Blowing into Majima’s cursed ocarina beckons a terrifying jellyfish to emerge from the briny deep! This creature will heal Majima and his allies, as well as shock and immobilize nearby enemies.
Lead the Goro Pirates to Battle on the High Seas and Etch Your Crew’s Name into the Annals of Pirate History!
Captain the Goromaru as you explore the vast ocean! During your voyages, you’ll discover lighthouses, treasure islands, and various other locations. However, don’t forget to ready your cannons, as you may have to go to battle with the dangerous marauders that lurk in wait!
Maneuver around enemy bombardments and send volleys of cannonballs into their ship’s hull! Once it has taken enough damage, board their ship with your crew and brawl it out to secure victory!
You can also enter the Pirates’ Coliseum and face off against rival crews to earn fame and fortune beyond your wildest dreams!
To really beat down you enemies in naval battles, you’ll need to modify your ship, strategically deploy your forces, and power up your crew! Meet over 100 recruitable seafarers and modify your ship with options that range from different designs and decorations to armor and stronger cannons! Improve your ship and crew, scuttle some enemy vessels, and become a pirate of legend!
・Cannon Battles
When fighting enemies at sea, it’s either sink or be sunk. Captain your ship as Majima—who can also make repairs or fire his rocket launcher at unsuspecting foes. Steer the Goromaru away from enemy fire, and bombard them with cannon volleys! Customizing the Goromaru is also key to victory! You can reinforce your ship’s deck or swap out the cannons for flamethrowers and lasers.
・Deck Battles
Once you’ve weakened the enemy’s vessel, it’s time to storm their ship!
Seize the opposing ship by engaging in an all-out brawl. To claim victory, you’ll need to rely on Majima’s abilities and the crewmates you bring to battle. Each crewmate brings different skills to the table—some focus more on offense, while others offer more healing capabilities. With plenty of potential allies to recruit around Hawaii and Madlantis, you’ll need to assemble your very own crew of misfits and raise them into legendary pirates!
・The Pirates’ Coliseum
The Pirates’ Coliseum in Madlantis is an arena like no other. Here, you’ll engage in naval battles with a variety of different rules: from one-on-one matches to chaotic free-for-alls against nine other crews! You’ll also encounter a variety of colorful opponents unique to the Pirates’ Coliseum, including a shady scientist, a pyromaniac, and even a sumo wrestler! All sorts of challenges await you, the Goromaru, and your trusty crew.
