And by the gods, there are a LOT of sidequests. Testing the Waters: The GameplayĬlocking in an initial playthrough of approximately 25 hours-(yeah, I know, these are rookie numbers, but the embargo date is waving), I have managed to comb through the main story and finish the game with enough time to indulge on some of the plentiful sidequests. Though, the Heavy Bloodiness does reinforce the effect on the more dramatic parts of the story. Poor dude has a default perpetual angry face, but that’s one of the reasons I love him.Īnd since we are blessed with astounding graphics, I find it prudent to mention that the amount of blood splatter effects can also be adjusted in the game settings menu should you feel squeamish. You can arrange Ryoma in all sorts of poses, shift facial expressions, and even add stickers to customize your photo! Though, I’d say we are kinda robbed of another facial expression since Ryoma’s neutral face is so similar to his angry one. And it’s an added bonus that the game includes a Photo Mode to commemorate the enticing environment (and character eye candy) while playing. I played the remake on a 144hz monitor with the highest possible settings, and boy, the details are astounding!įrom the texture of the clothes, to the dusty haze of the streets, up to the sheen of sweat and pores on Ryoma’s golden skin, Like a Dragon: Ishin! is certainly one of the most beautiful games I have ever played (though I may be biased as a big fan of the series). It can get a bit dragging if you are not used to long cinematic cutscenes, however, with the upgraded graphics powered by Unreal Engine 4, everything is a marvel to behold. Like most historical story-driven RPGs, Ishin! has a hefty portion of cutscenes that tackle the story. Led by his search, Ryoma eventually joins the Shinsengumi and gets entangled in a sprawling plot of revolution, politics, and betrayal. Now a rōnin, a masterless samurai who committed dappan (desertion of his home domain), Ryoma flees to Kyo (Kyoto) and dons a fake alias as “Saito Hajime” to investigate the cause of his mentor’s demise and find justice. Like A Dragon: Ishin! tackles the story of Sakamoto Ryoma, a samurai who goes into hiding after being blamed for the death of his mentor and father figure, Yoshida Toyo. But, you will have to discover that by playing *wink wink*. Ishin! is certainly the golden goose for highly familiar cameos, ridiculously fun sidequests, and of course, *cough*, the fanservice. However, for longtime fans and for those who are already familiar with the franchise, we can all agree that this remake is rife with the recurring themes and intricacies that the Yakuza / Like A Dragon universe has been lovingly known for. Any gamer who is not yet a fan of the Yakuza / Like A Dragon franchise can most certainly appreciate the plot and gameplay without having to play the original. Most elements are the same, save for previous counterparts from the original that are replaced by newer models. Inasmuch as I was interested to check if there were anything I would miss from the original game, I did not dwell in it too much so I could avoid any possible plot spoilers for myself. Thankfully, my curiosity is sated after playing and I am happy to report that this game will definitely make it worth your while.ĭespite not having any prior experience with the original Like a Dragon: Ishin!, I can say that the remake is better in terms of overall game packaging, delivery, and visuals. OverviewĪs a casual fan who has only played a handful of RGG games like Yakuza 0, Yakuza Kiwami and Judgment, I am curious how my learning curve for this game will be, since there are new gameplay mechanics which I am not privy with. With the Digital Deluxe Edition allowing early access ahead of the actual game release, many gamers, fans, and newbies alike can quickly get hooked to the extensive, historical action adventure RPG that is Like a Dragon: Ishin!Īnd here at UnGeek, we certainly did. And now, its remake, Like A Dragon: Ishin! has finally dropped anchor into global waters, bringing with it huge waves of excitement and bolstering winds of jaw-dropping graphics, action-packed gameplay, and a whole crew of celebrity cameos. Imagine, it has already been nine years since the exclusive release of Ryu Ga Gotoku: Ishin! in Japan. It’s been a good few years for game remakes, fellow fans and gamers! We are certainly eating well with all the satisfying revivals and revamps of games we have loved growing up.
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