Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii Will Feature Game That’s Been Stuck in Arcades Since 1998

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Summary

  • Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii will include The Ocean Hunter, a game stuck in arcades since 1998.
  • The game features various side activities like Dragon Kart and playable classic Sega games.
  • Players can engage in real-time cannon battles at sea and switch between different fighting styles.

As a seasoned gamer with decades of experience under my belt, I can confidently say that the announcement of Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii has me absolutely pumped! The inclusion of The Ocean Hunter, a game that’s been stuck in arcades since 1998, is like finding an old friend you thought was lost to time.

“Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii” introduces us to “The Ocean Hunter”, a game that has been confined to arcades since 1998. This is a fresh spin-off from Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio’s established series, with the beloved character Goro Majima taking center stage. As captain, Majima embarks on a pirate journey set in modern-day Hawaii, where he encounters and battles different pirate lords.

Similar to other games in the Like a Dragon series, the upcoming title “Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii” offers various side activities for players to engage with. Some returning activities include Dragon Kart, Crazy Eats, karaoke, and more. Notably, “Pirate Yokuza in Hawaii” will also offer playable arcade machines. As seen in previous Like a Dragon games, these machines have allowed fans to enjoy classic arcade games like Virtua Fighter, Sonic the Fighters, and Outrun. What sets “Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii” apart is its inclusion of The Ocean Hunter, a game that has yet to be ported to home consoles since its original release.

Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio has revealed some of the extra features within the game, including the inclusion of vintage Sega games to play. The Game Center offers playable versions of classic arcade and Sega Master System titles, such as “Space Harrier 3D” and “Poseidon Wars 3D”. Moreover, they’ve added a distinctive underwater shooting game called “The Ocean Hunter”, which has been a staple in arcades since 1998. This aligns well with the swashbuckling sea voyage that Majima embarks on in “Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii”.

The Ocean Hunter’s History and Recreation Process for Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii

“The Sea Monster Hunter

As a dedicated fan, I can tell you that replicating one of Sega’s finest games on their hardware was no walk in the park. Translating arcade games into the world of Like a Dragon isn’t unheard of, but this particular task proved to be quite a challenge. The old code and mechanics needed for The Ocean Hunter demanded a lot of tinkering and adjustments, particularly with its aiming system, according to technical lead Yutaka Ito in a recent tweet. However, the team managed to create an incredibly detailed replica of The Ocean Hunter’s cabinet for Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, despite encountering numerous obstacles along the way.

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2024-12-21 22:09