Next-Gen Yakuza Like A Dragon Is A Xbox Series X Timed Exclusive

Written by Brandon Hofer on July 22, 2020

News: The next-gen version of Yakuza Like A Dragon arrives on Series X first and will have multiple editions to choose from.

Kicking off Comic Con @ Home, Sega of America launched pre-orders for Yakuza: Like a Dragon alongside the debut of the game's new "Heroes of Tomorrow" Trailer, which showcases explosive, dynamic RPG gameplay of protagonist Ichiban Kasuga and his ragtag party. Ever want to see a group of middle-aged "heroes" battle massive construction vehicles, take down thugs with an uppercut from a facial wand, or summon a tempest of pigeons? Yakuza: Like a Dragon has you covered - it's like no other RPG before it.

Also revealed in today's announcement is the English voice cast of Yakuza: Like a Dragon, which features, among many talented actors, esteemed TV and film actor George Takei. George Takei plays the role of Masumi Arakawa, a powerful patriarch whose dissolution of the Tojo Clan's yakuza empire sets into motion the conflict at the heart of this complex, winding narrative.

As a veteran actor of TV and movies, George Takei has lent his talent and gravitas to such characters as Hikaru Sulu (Star Trek), Yamato-san, (The Terror) Kaito Nakamura (Heroes) and other iconic roles. Mr. Takei is taking on the role of Masumi Arakawa, a powerful patriarch whose dissolution of the Tojo Clan's yakuza empire sets into motion the conflict at the heart of protagonist Ichiban Kasuga's story. Ichiban joins forces with a colorful crew from different walks of life to uncover the truth behind his former patriarch's capitulation to a rival yakuza organization, the Omi Alliance of Kansai.

The main cast includes the following talent:

Kaiji Tang as Ichiban Kasuga, protagonist of the story returning from 18 years spent in prison.

George Takei as Masumi Arakawa, patriarch of the Arakawa Family.

Andrew Morgado as Koichi Adachi, an ex-cop on the search for truth.

Greg Chun as Yu Nanba, downtrodden former nurse making amends with the world.

Elizabeth Maxwell as Saeko Mukoda, a bar hostess on a mission.

Sega also announced today that Yakuza: Like a Dragon will launch on PlayStation 5 in the West, in addition to the previously announced Xbox Series X, Xbox One, Windows 10, PlayStation 4 and Steam releases.This offer comes in addition to the previously announced support for Xbox Series X Smart Delivery,ensuring players only have to buy the game once, and will be able to play it on either Xbox One or Xbox Series X when both the console and that version of the game are available. A PlayStation 5 upgrade path is also being planned for the Western release and will be announced at a later date. Yakuza: Like a Dragon will also support EFIGS subtitles.

Yakuza: Like a Dragon will be available in the West on Xbox One, Windows 10 PC, PlayStation 4, and Steam in November 2020 (Xbox Series X will release on day one of the console's release date, and the PlayStation 5 version will release at a later date). The previously announced Day One Edition will now be called the Day Ichi ("one" in Japanese) Edition, and will be joined by the Hero and Legendary Hero editions, also available for pre-order on all platforms' digital storefronts starting today.

Today also marks the unveiling of Yakuza: Like a Dragon's various package offerings:

The Day Ichi Edition, available for $59.99 in digital format, includes the Legends Costume Set incorporating eight costumes representing fan-favorite figures from the Yakuza series, from Kazuma Kiryu to Daigo Dojima. A physical edition, called the Day Ichi SteelBook Edition, also includes the Legends Costume Set and comes in a stylish SteelBook for your collection.

The Hero Edition (for $69.99, available in digital format) includes all features from the Day Ichi Edition, as well as the Job Set, which adds two new playable jobs - the guitar-shredding Devil Rocker and the naginata-wielding Matriarch, and the Management Mode Set, which contains a wide selection of additional employees for the expansive Management Mode minigame.

Lastly, the Legendary Hero Edition (for $89.99, available in digital format) includes all Hero Edition content as well as the full in-game Crafting Set, Karaoke Set, Ultimate Costume Set and Stat Boost Set.

Check out the new trailer that accompanied this announcement and tell us what you think. Will you be picking up Yakuza Like A Dragon?