Like a Dragon Studio Unveils Intriguing Game Title

RGG Studio generated significant buzz at Anime Expo last weekend with a cryptic teaser for their next title, promising fans a "surprise." This article delves into the announcement and explores potential interpretations.

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RGG Studio's Enigmatic Announcement

During the "Essence of Fandom: Like a Dragon & Yakuza Experience" panel at Anime Expo in Los Angeles, Chief Producer Hiroyuki Sakamoto and voice actor Kazuhiro Nakaya (Ichiban Kasuga) hinted at their upcoming project. While specifics remained undisclosed, they emphasized the element of surprise, stating, "We can’t tell you what kind of game it is, but I will tell you, you’ll be surprised." This was confirmed by @TheYakuzaGuy on Twitter, who also noted it would be a new entry in the Like a Dragon franchise.

Speculation Runs Wild

Given the series' shift from action beat 'em up to JRPG with Like a Dragon 7, the nature of this "surprise" is wide open to interpretation. Possibilities range from a rhythm game based on the popular karaoke mini-game, a spin-off featuring other series characters, or even a remake or sequel to previous spin-offs like Yakuza: Dead Souls or the Japan-exclusive Ryu ga Gotoku Kenzan. The anticipation is palpable.