Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth - Where Yakuza Punch Meets Paradise Palms Ah, Like a Dragon. The series is synonymous with karaoke bars, devastating heat kicks, and enough side quests to fill a pachinko parlor. And its latest iteration, Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, promises to be the most ludicrous, extravagant, and heartwarming chapter yet. This time, we trade the neon alleys of Kamurocho for the sun-kissed shores of Honolulu, Hawaii, where Kiryu-san and Ichiban Kasuga go from Yakuza brawlers to casino high rollers and beachside brawlers. Get ready for a cocktail of familiar faces, high-stakes gambles, and enough pineapple-shaped substories to give you a sugar rush. Yakuza in Paradise: Imagine Kiryu-san, the Dragon of Dojima, swapping his trademark tracksuit for a floral shirt and shorts. Picture Ichiban, the underdog with a heart of gold, perfecting his tan on Waikiki Beach. That's the hilarious premise of Infinite Wealth. Our favorite Yakuza duo finds themselves in Honolulu thanks to a cryptic tip and a family connection for Ichiban. But paradise ain't just Mai Tais and luaus. A rival Yakuza clan, the Barracudas, has set up shop in Hawaii, and their turf war threatens to disrupt the island's delicate peace. Can our heroes use their unique brand of justice and maybe a bit of luck at the blackjack tables to keep the Aloha spirit alive? From Dice Rolls to Dragon Punches: Infinite Wealth takes a refreshing turn from the usual Yakuza beat-em-up gameplay. While fisticuffs are never far away, the focus shifts to casino action and management. Run your own casino, deal cards, spin the roulette wheel, and rake in the dough. Master the art of the hustle, outsmart your opponents at the poker table, and build your gambling empire brick by brick (or chip by chip). Of course, the Yakuza life rarely comes without a few brawls. Expect chaotic street fights with tropical backdrops, hilarious misunderstandings with Hawaiian gangsters, and maybe even a rumble on the beach against a sumo wrestler in a speedo. Substories You Can Lei Around Your Neck: The heart of any Yakuza game lies in its side quests, those miniature epics that fill the world with absurdity and heartwarming moments. Expect to help lost tourists find their way, teach hula dancing to a grumpy old Yakuza boss, and maybe even compete in a surfing competition against a talking shark. The developers promise a mix of familiar humor and new island-themed shenanigans, all delivered with the series' signature blend of sincerity and slapstick. You never know what you'll find around the next corner in Infinite Wealth, which is half the fun. Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth is more than just a beach vacation for our favorite Yakuza. It's a chance to see these familiar faces in a new light, a chance to laugh, cry, and maybe even win a jackpot or two. It's a testament to the series' ability to constantly reinvent itself while staying true to its core themes of loyalty, redemption, and finding light in the darkest corners, even if those corners happen to be in a tiki bar filled with singing Elvis impersonators. So grab your sunscreen, loosen your tie (or strap on your floral shirt, Kiryu-san), and get ready to experience the wackiest, weirdest, and most heartwarming Like a Dragon adventure yet. Aloha! Thanks for listening to Quiet Please. remember to like and share wherever you get your podcasts.