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Yakuza: Like A Dragon

Yakuza: Like a Dragon, known internationally as Yakuza 7, introduces a new cast of characters and an entirely new battle system. It also marked the first time a Yakuza game was available with both the original Japanese cast and a localized English version.

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Yakuza: Like A Dragon

Franchise
Yakuza
Platform(s)
Xbox Series X , Xbox Series S , PS4 , PS5 , PC
Released
January 16, 2020
Developer(s)
Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio
Publisher(s)
Sega
Genre(s)
JRPG
ESRB
M for Mature: Blood, Intense Violence, Sexual Themes, Strong Language, Use of Alcohol

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