Mastering Goro Majima's Skills in Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii
Amnesiac Goro Majima, the protagonist of Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, begins with limited fighting styles. However, as the story unfolds, he gains access to new weapons and the Sea Dog fighting style, expanding his upgrade options across four skill trees: Overall Stats, Shared Abilities, Mad Dog, and Sea Dog. Prioritizing these early upgrades will significantly enhance your combat effectiveness:
Essential Early Upgrades for Goro Majima
Overall Stats:
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Max Health Boost: Crucial for surviving encounters with numerous enemies, particularly during boss battles. A higher health pool allows for sustained offense and better crowd control.
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Attack Boost: Increases base attack damage, vital in the game's real-time combat system. While potentially costly, the investment pays off significantly.
Shared Abilities:
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Knockdown Evasion: Enables swift recovery after being knocked down, preventing prolonged vulnerability during multi-enemy fights.
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Quickstep Strike: Allows for immediate counter-attacks after dodging, increasing offensive pressure and heat gauge generation.
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Grapple Counter: Neutralizes grab attacks, preventing damage and providing an opportunity for a counter-attack.
Mad Dog (Dual Swords, Flintlock Pistol, Grappling Hook):
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Serpent Trick: Launches enemies into the air, setting up devastating combos and leaving opponents momentarily defenseless.
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Frenzy Trick: A powerful spin attack that knocks down multiple enemies simultaneously, excellent for crowd control, particularly in naval combat.
Sea Dog:
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Catch ‘n’ Slash (Upgrade): Enhances this projectile-based attack, extending its duration and allowing for immediate follow-up attacks.
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Charge ‘n’ Shoot (Upgrade): Improves the flintlock pistol, making it a more effective weapon against multiple targets.
These upgrades will provide a significant advantage in Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, making battles easier and more enjoyable. Remember to strategically allocate your resources for maximum impact.
Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.