Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name

Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name is an action-adventure video game developed by Ryu ga Gotoku Studio and released by Sega in 2023. The title takes place between Yakuza 6 and Yakuza 7 events to resume the Kazuma Kiryu sensational story. Uncovering consequences that should have never happened, this game is the perfect addition to the legendary saga before the grand appearance of a new hero, Ichiban Kasuga.

Story

Kazuma Kiryu doesn't exist. However, it turns out that the man faked his own death to save his family and never return to his past life. But fate is unpredictable, and soon someone tries to lure him out of hiding. Under a different name — Joryu — the determined hero embarks on an adrenaline-fueled crusade to confront new enemies and achieve once-lost peace.

Gameplay

Like a Dragon Gaiden combines the essential features of a classic jRPG with beat 'em up gameplay set in unique Japanese surroundings famous from all video games in this fantastic series. Like the other installations, this one also focuses on thorough exploration, completing jobs, and spectacular combat with constantly emerging groups of enemies. Guiding the calm and pragmatic Kazuma, players can unleash his impressive fighting skills to progress and unlock even better abilities, including Yakuza and Agent combat styles. Along with the following chapters of this captivating story with one of the players' favorite characters in the entire series at the very core.

But like other Ryu ga Gotoku video games, The Man Who Erased His Name is not only about fighting but also having fun. Battle in an arena, race, play mini-games, sing a song, and enjoy an immersive and light experience of everything the city has to offer. It's a single-player-only game, so prepare to become the sole designer of this memorable adventure!

Key features:

• Play an exciting spin-off revealing the unique story of Kazuma Kiryu after the events of Yakuza 6
• Unravel a new chapter in the captivating plot to discover who your enemy is
• Explore the vibrant city and battle in adrenaline-fueled street fights
• Enjoy tons of addictive mini-games and activities
• Play single-player to shape your ultimate fate