Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio (RGG) has done it again. The latest in the Yakuza/Like a Dragon franchise may be a smaller sized spin-off, but that doesn’t mean you won’t be in for a treat. Take control of franchise stalwart Goro Majima as he attempts to recover his lost memories and remember who he is, what he does and why he does it, but not before sailing the seas as Pirate Captain of Hawaii, and playing ALL the minigames on offer, and there’s a lot.
If you’re wondering how long it takes to beat Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, then look no further, because we have all the answers you could possibly need, and so much more.
How Long Does it Take to Beat Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii?
Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii features a lot from the previous installments in the franchise, and a hell of a lot of new mechanics and gameplay as well. From the standard Dragon Kart and delivery style games to the Madlantis themed batting cage and so much more, just the minigames add hours to the experience.
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When you take into consideration that Like a Dragon games are historically very long affairs, with hours of cutscenes taking up your time, and the many, many substories (sidequests) the game throws at you, then you know you’re in for the long haul.
| Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii | |
|---|---|
| Main Story | 25 Hours |
| Main + Extras | 50 Hours |
| Platinum Trophy/All Achievements | 60 Hours |
The main story of Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is no short affair, coming in at 25 hours alone (RGG consider this a quick story!), with Goro Majima desperate to find who he is beyond being a member of the Yakuza (and naturally that means becoming a pirate captain). You could make this quicker if you chose to skip every cutscene, but you’ll be missing out on one of the best Like a Dragon stories in the franchise.
As already mentioned, the game is rife with minigames, many of which you have to play, and some of which you have to master on your way to getting the platinum trophy/all achievements in Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii. From the bounties, to the treasure hunting and Devil Flags; the substories, and everything in between, the extras will double your time, and the platinum/all achievements will add another ten additional hours to that as well.
Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is no small game by normal standards, even if it is by RGG’s lofty levels and expectations. You will have to dedicate a significant chunk of your time to getting everything, but don’t be surprised if you enjoy every single second of your time with Majima and his pirate crew.
Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii was released on 21st February 2025 and is available on PS5, PS4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
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