Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name Release Date, Demo, Gameplay, Trailer and More
by Sangamithra | Updated Oct 30, 2023
Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name
"Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name" is an upcoming action-adventure video game by Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio and Sega. It's a spin-off of the "Like a Dragon" series, set between the events of "Yakuza 6: The Song of Life" (2016), "Yakuza: Like a Dragon" (2020), and "Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth" (2024). The game follows the original series protagonist, Kazuma Kiryu, who now operates undercover as a secret agent in Osaka and Yokohama.
Players will get to experience his new adventures, where he erases his name to take on covert missions. This game will be available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S starting from November 9, 2023, and offers a single-player action-adventure experience.
Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name Release Date
"Like a Dragon Gaiden" is all set for a global release on November 9, 2023. Gamers worldwide can mark their calendars for this exciting date. This action-adventure video game is a spin-off of the popular "Like a Dragon" series.
It's taking place between the events of "Yakuza 6: The Song of Life" (2016), "Yakuza: Like a Dragon" (2020), and "Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth" (2024). In this game, you'll follow the original series hero, Kazuma Kiryu, who's gone undercover as a secret agent in Osaka and Yokohama.
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Like a Dragon Gaiden Physical Release
Pre-orders for the physical copies of "Like a Dragon Gaiden," the Yakuza spinoff game, are now available. Initially, the game was going to be digital-only in the West, but thanks to Playasia, you can purchase a physical copy for PlayStation 4 or PlayStation 5. These physical copies from the Asia region can be used on consoles from any region and come with an English language option.
In addition to Playasia, Video Games Plus, a Canadian retailer, also offers physical copies of the game. This is excellent news for those who prefer having a physical disc to add to their collection or enjoy the benefits of physical gaming.
Like a Dragon Gaiden Gameplay
In "Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name," players take on the role of Kazuma Kiryu, exploring two districts in Japan, Sotenbori in Osaka, and Isezaki Ijincho in Yokohama. There's also a third place called the Castle, where you can do various activities. These include classic mini-games like karaoke, Pocket Circuit racing, managing a cabaret club, and participating in a fighting arena.
A new character called Akame provides Kiryu with side missions. Kiryu has two distinct fighting styles: Yakuza, which is a tough brawler style, and Agent, which focuses on precision and speed, using high-tech gadgets. The game also features some classic Sega Master System games, such as Alex Kidd in Miracle World and Alien Syndrome, which Kiryu can play. Additionally, there are arcade games like Daytona USA 2 and Fighting Vipers 2, adding extra fun to the gameplay.
Like a Dragon Gaiden Demo
Unlike some games that offered a mix of demos from various series, "Like a Dragon Gaiden" stands out by providing a demo solely for RGG Studio's upcoming release, "Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth." This approach adds a unique touch to the gaming experience, offering fans an exclusive sneak peek into the highly anticipated mainline entry.
It's a departure from the modern norm where bundled demos have become increasingly rare due to digital downloads. By embracing this nostalgic practice of bonus demos, "Like a Dragon Gaiden" gives players a delightful taste of what's to come, building anticipation for the big release next year.
Like a Dragon Gaiden Trailer
Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name Release Date - FAQs
"Like a Dragon Gaiden" is set to release on November 9, 2023.
The game will be available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
Yes, the physical copies from the Asia region can be played on consoles from any region.
The game features two distinct fighting styles, Yakuza and Agent, along with classic mini-games and side missions.
Yes, a special demo of "Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth" is included with the game.