Yakuza: Like a Dragon - Story Explained (The Beginning)
Summary
This episode of Lore Dump introduces the new protagonist Ichiban Kasuga in Yakuza: Like a Dragon, a soft reboot designed for global audiences. The hosts discuss the shift from action combat to turn-based RPG mechanics, comparing the system to Dragon Quest and noting its "teething issues." They recap the game's opening, where Ichiban navigates his role in the Arakawa family while assisting the wheelchair-bound young master Masato, who uses illegal stimulants to attend a birthday party. The narrative also touches on the ongoing presence of the Tojo Clan and the mysterious Daidoji faction from…
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