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Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth - Feast for the Eyes, or Glitchy Gamble?

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Kamurocho has returned, baby! These pics give us a tantalizing peek into this neon-drenched fever dream of an experience. Ramen joints glowing like lanterns, holographic advertisements dancing across buildings, and crowds full of personality all make for a visual feast that captures all the chaos and charm that defines the Yakuza universe.  For a  Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth review  about its story, check out our previous post on the subject. Dazzling lights:  Think towering signs, pulsating clubs, and reflective puddles painting the streets in a kaleidoscope of color. Buzzing with life:  Crowds of people, each with their unique design, populate the streets, creating a sense of vibrancy and immersion. Attention to detail:  From weathered storefronts to intricate tattoos on characters, the environments feel alive and believable. So, is it a graphical paradise or a technical rollercoaster? For casual players:  The overall visual qualit...

Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth - A Rich and Funny RPG Saga

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In Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth , a Yakuza adventure, Kasuga finds himself in uproarious situations, swiftly forming a new crew, all united in their quest to locate Akane Kashida. In the game, we will find Kiryu Kazuma, an emblem of previous Yakuza titles. While the Yakuza series has a rich tradition of storytelling, Infinite Wealth stands out for its gripping narrative that had me emotionally invested like never before. Kasuga's journey is full of twists and turns that will introduce the player to a world of extremes. However, the game encounters a significant narrative shift midway, momentarily disrupting its pace. As a dedicated follower of the series, reaching the halfway mark triggers a flood of nostalgic callbacks. However, this flow of references can confuse new players. Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth reintroduces turn-based combat, with each party member possessing their own distinct job, such as Kasuga's Hero role or Eric Tomizawa's cabbie profession. Like a Dra...