Yakuza: Pirat-Yakuza-Demo startete in Hawaii

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🎮 Free Demo Now Available: Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii
From Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio and Sega

The free demo for Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is now live on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam, launching at 7 a.m. PT / 10 a.m. ET / 3 p.m. GMT today.

This action-packed demo offers players a deep dive into the game’s vibrant open world, featuring:

• Free exploration of Honolulu and the mysterious island of Madlantis — locations not accessible at the start of the full game.
• Two unique combat styles: the brutal Mad Dog and the agile Sea Dog.
• Naval battles in the Pirates’ Coliseum, including four full ship-to-ship and deck combat challenges.
• Side activities like karaoke with three exclusive songs.
• New customization options to style Goro Majima’s pirate persona.

While the full game launches on February 21, 2025, for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, the demo is not available on PS4 or Xbox One — only the newer platforms.

⚠️ Note: It has not been confirmed whether demo progress will carry over to the full game. Given the demo’s focus on optional content and free-roam sections, full story progress likely won’t transfer.

Set between Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth and the main series’ ongoing saga, Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii follows Goro Majima, who awakens with amnesia and sets sail for a new life as a pirate in Hawaii. The story is expected to take 15–18 hours to complete — longer than the previous spin-off, Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name.

🔥 Special Bonus: Fans who sign up for Sega email notifications or join the Sega Rewards program can unlock a free Kiryu-inspired outfit for Majima — a nostalgic nod to series protagonist Kazuma Kiryu.

📺 The October Xbox Partner Showcase trailer revealed Taiga Saejima’s return, hinting at deeper ties to the main Yakuza saga than initially expected. The game’s ship combat, inspired by Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag, adds a fresh, cinematic edge to the franchise.

🚢 Ready to set sail?
Download the free demo now and experience the wild, wacky, and wildly fun world of Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii.

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