RGG Studio recently unveiled a cryptic teaser for their next game at Anime Expo, promising fans a "surprising" new entry. Let's delve into the details.
At the 3rd day of Anime Expo 2024 in Los Angeles, RGG Studio hosted "Essence of Fandom: Like a Dragon & Yakuza Experience." The event, moderated by Linda "VampyBitMe" Le, featured Like a Dragon Chief Producer Hiroyuki Sakamoto and Ichiban Kasuga's voice actor, Kazuhiro Nakaya.
During the event, RGG Studio representatives teased the upcoming game, stating, "We can't tell you what kind of game it is, but I will tell you, you'll be surprised." This was confirmed by @TheYakuzaGuy on Twitter, who also clarified that it's a new addition to the Like a Dragon franchise.
The shift to a JRPG format in Like a Dragon 7 was already unexpected, so this new "surprise" could be anything. Speculation ranges 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 possibilities are endless, and the anticipation is high!