New "Ryu Ga Gotoku"

RGG Studio recently unveiled a cryptic teaser for their next game at Anime Expo. The studio promises a "surprising" new entry, leaving fans speculating wildly. Let's delve into the details.

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During the third day of Anime Expo 2024 in Los Angeles, RGG Studio hosted the "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.

Attendees received a tantalizing hint about the upcoming game: "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 noted it's a new addition to the Like a Dragon franchise.

The shift to a JRPG format in Like a Dragon 7 was already a significant departure. This new "surprise" could be anything: 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, fueling the anticipation.