What is the best Yakuza / Like a Dragon game of all time?
From the stylish 1980s prequel to the Hawaii-set RPG epic, this franchise has reinvented itself without ever losing its heart. Which entry is the greatest?
Yakuza 0
The acclaimed 1980s prequel following young Kiryu and Majima, widely praised as the best entry point and one of the series' finest narratives.
Yakuza Kiwami
The full remake of the original 2005 game rebuilt in the Dragon Engine, bringing Kiryu's first story to modern players.
Yakuza Kiwami 2
Remake of Yakuza 2 featuring beloved antagonist Ryuji Goda, praised for its story and Dragon Engine combat improvements.
Yakuza 3
The story of Kiryu's orphanage life in Okinawa, a fan-favorite for its emotional grounding and heartwarming character moments.
Yakuza 4
Expanded the series with four playable protagonists for the first time, weaving together multiple storylines set across Kamurocho.
Yakuza 5
The most ambitious entry in the Kiryu era featuring five protagonists, multiple cities, and the series' most dense amount of side content.
Yakuza 6: The Song of Life
Kiryu's emotional farewell, a streamlined but poignant finale set between Kamurocho and a small Hiroshima fishing town.
Yakuza: Like a Dragon
The bold 2020 reboot introducing Ichiban Kasuga and turn-based RPG combat, earning widespread critical acclaim and new fans.
Like a Dragon: Ishin!
A feudal Japan spin-off remake blending samurai action with the series' trademark melodrama and side-activity depth.
Like a Dragon Gaiden
A focused, action-packed interquel following Kiryu during the gap between his two eras, with a refined combat system.
Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth
The 2024 sequel combining Kiryu and Ichiban in a Hawaii-set adventure, praised as the series' most polished and expansive entry.
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