RGG Studio unveiled a cryptic teaser for their next game at Anime Expo, promising fans a "surprising" new entry. Details remain scarce, but the announcement generated considerable excitement.
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At the Essence of Fandom: Like a Dragon & Yakuza Experience event during Anime Expo in Los Angeles, Like a Dragon Chief Producer Hiroyuki Sakamoto and voice actor Kazuhiro Nakaya (Ichiban Kasuga) hinted at the upcoming title. They stated, "We can’t tell you what kind of game it is, but I will tell you, you’ll be surprised," as reported by @TheYakuzaGuy on Twitter. The tweet confirmed the game as a new addition to the Like a Dragon franchise.
Given the series' unexpected shift to JRPG mechanics in Like a Dragon 7, speculation is rampant. Possibilities range from a rhythm game based on the karaoke mini-game, a spin-off featuring other series characters, or even a remake or sequel to past spin-offs like Yakuza: Dead Souls or the Japan-exclusive Ryu ga Gotoku Kenzan. The mystery surrounding the new title fuels anticipation for its eventual reveal.
