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Like a Dragon: Ishin!

Like a Dragon: Ishin!

Ryu Ga Gotoku Studios·Released Feb 21, 2023·Single player

Platforms
Xbox Series XPS4PCPS5Xbox One
Genres
RPGActionAdventure
Critic79/100
Across 7 reviews
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Like a Dragon: Ishin! is an action-adventure game developed by Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio and published by Sega. Released in February 2023, it is a remake of the 2014 Japan-exclusive Ryu Ga Gotoku Ishin! and reimagines the Like a Dragon series in a historical setting. Set in the Bakumatsu period of Japan (mid-1800s), the game follows Sakamoto Ryoma, modelled after Kazuma Kiryu, as he navigates political intrigue, conspiracies, and samurai combat while seeking revenge for his mentor's murder. The gameplay combines swordplay, gunfighting, and hand-to-hand combat, with a mix of main story missions and side activities, including minigames and historical recreations of series staples.

Reviews

10 reviews
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GameSpot
Michael Higham·Feb 17, 2023
Critic80/100
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Although Like A Dragon: Ishin is dated in some respects, the gripping drama and spirit of Yakuza makes for an enticing historical fiction.

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Alan Wen·Feb 17, 2023
Critic75/100
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The long overdue samurai spin-off is classic Yakuza under its period dressing but also underwhelming as a current-gen remake. Eurogamer's review.

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Jordan Gerblick·Feb 17, 2023
Critic90/100
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Like a Dragon: Ishin delivers an exciting new setting to explore, a more rewarding combat system, and some of the best side quests so far. Don't let the katanas fool you, this is Yakuza at its very best

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Push Square
Robert Ramsey·Feb 17, 2023
Critic80/100
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The wait has been worth it: Like a Dragon: Ishin! is another great instalment in RGG Studio's series. An often gripping story is made even better by the game's historical leanings, while a rewardingly intricate combat system gives the gameplay an addictive hook. Add all of those typically barmy Yakuza side activities into the mix, along with some delightful references to past games, and you've got the makings of a fan favourite.

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Tristan Ogilvie·Feb 17, 2023
Critic70/100
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Like a Dragon: Ishin! is an enjoyable and interesting spin-off from the Yakuza series, but not an essential one.

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