In *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii*, players face a pivotal moment in Chapter 2 where they must pause the main campaign to upgrade their ship, the Goromaru, which requires a hefty sum of $10,000. This section of the game challenges players to find ways to quickly gather funds to continue their journey. Here's a detailed guide on how to earn money fast in *Pirate Yakuza*.
How To Get Funds Fast in Pirate Yakuza
During Chapter 2, Goro and his crew aim to enter the Pirate Coliseum in Madlantis, but their current ship isn't up to the task. This initiates a quest line where Goro needs to recruit a shipbuilder and five additional crew members. While finding the crew is relatively straightforward, the real challenge lies in gathering the $10,000 needed to repair and upgrade the Goromaru.
Fortunately, *Pirate Yakuza* offers several methods to earn money quickly, though they can be demanding. At this stage in the game, players can choose from three main avenues to accumulate funds: collecting bounties, opening treasure chests on various islands, or completing jobs in Honolulu.
How To Get Treasure in Pirate Yakuza
Treasures are scattered across Honolulu and other islands, often requiring raids to access. While this method can be time-consuming and necessitates leaving Honolulu, it's a viable option for those willing to explore. However, for players eager to progress quickly, focusing on bounties might be more efficient, as it involves solo combat with Goro.
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How To Get Bounties in Pirate Yakuza
The most direct way to amass the required $10,000 is by hunting bounties in Honolulu. Even smaller bounties can reward around $2,000, while larger ones can offer up to $16,000. However, tackling the bigger bounties early in the game can be risky due to Goro's limited health and combat capabilities. Unless you're a seasoned *Yakuza* player, it's advisable to start with lower difficulty bounties, which offer rewards ranging from $2,000 to $6,000.
To handle these bounties effectively, use Goro's Sea Dog fighting style for crowd control against the cronies, then switch to the Mad Dog style for the one-on-one battle with the main bounty boss.
Locating bounties is straightforward in *Pirate Yakuza*, as they are marked by a red handcuff symbol on the map in Honolulu. Approaching these markers triggers an info screen detailing the bounty's difficulty, the reason for the bounty, and the reward amount. This allows players to assess the risk and decide whether to engage.
Engaging in bounty fights follows the standard combat mechanics of *Pirate Yakuza*. Defeating the bounty target, who may have multiple health bars, and their minions can net you several thousand dollars. By successfully completing a few bounties in Honolulu, you can quickly accumulate the $10,000 needed to upgrade the Goromaru and advance in the main story.
This approach, while combat-intensive, is the fastest way to gather the funds necessary to continue your adventure in *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii*.
*Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*
