Yakuza: Like a Dragon

 Xbox Series X
Metascore
83

Generally favorable reviews - based on 25 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 25
  3. Negative: 0 out of 25
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  1. IGN
    Nov 4, 2020
    70
    Yakuza: Like a Dragon takes some bold steps in a new direction for the series but neglects to maintain its balance.
  2. New Game Network
    Nov 16, 2020
    69
    There's fertile ground in this new direction for Yakuza; Kasuga and Co are worthwhile characters and the new RPG mechanics have potential. Still, this entry feels stuffed with forced mediocre side content, and like a rough draft of what's possible in the future.
  3. M3
    Nov 17, 2020
    60
    Yakuza: Like A Dragon is a fresh update of Sega's crazy gangster simulator. The new combat system is varied and really entertaining. The balance between the seriousness of the story and the humorous elements is excellent, and the new protagonist Ichiban is convincing. But unfortunately, the real "next-gen" elements are absent. Static environments and non-animated mouths should not occur at all in the year 2020.
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  1. The Verge
    Nov 10, 2020
    Like a Dragon might not be what you’d expect from a next-generation launch title, but then the Xbox Series X isn’t always what you’d expect from a next-generation console. While the hardware power isn’t in doubt, at this point, it serves more as a performance boost than a paradigm shift. From that point of view, Like a Dragon is a great game to have available on day one. It’s a fresh take on the Yakuza series, it’ll keep you occupied for a long time, and it runs better than ever before.

Awards & Rankings

5
#5 Best Xbox Series X Game of 2020
4
#4 Most Discussed Xbox Series X Game of 2020

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User Score
8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 180 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 148 out of 180
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 180
  3. Negative: 20 out of 180
  1. Ight
    Nov 18, 2020
    10
    I'm giving this game 10/10 to even the score since a lot of people reviewed it negatively for turned based combat in a Yakuza game in realityI'm giving this game 10/10 to even the score since a lot of people reviewed it negatively for turned based combat in a Yakuza game in reality this game is 8/10. This game is super fun to play, and the touch of humor is just perfect.… Full Review »
  2. StarsWitch
    Nov 12, 2020
    9
    fun gameplay, fun mini games and the story is extremely exciting! I hope in the future Yakuza games can improve thier representation forfun gameplay, fun mini games and the story is extremely exciting! I hope in the future Yakuza games can improve thier representation for marginalized groups, however the attempt to dive into issues like sex work and immigration is a really good start, that's the only negative thing I can say about it… Full Review »
  3. Jps71
    Nov 12, 2020
    0
    Ok world, but it's quite a slog towards rhe end. Didn't like the turn based fighting...at all. Graphics not great.
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