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Yakuza: Like a Dragon revolutionizes the series with Dragon Quest-inspired turn-based RPG combat, following the irrepressibly optimistic Ichiban Kasuga as he rises from rock bottom alongside a colorful crew of society's outcasts.
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Recommended for: Beginners to Advanceds (scores ≥ 50 indicate a good fit)
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About "龍が如く7 光と闇の行方"
Game Composition (GPA Analysis)
龍が如く7 光と闇の行方 leads with its Turn-Based RPG identity, anchored by the core feel of "Yakuza: Like a Dragon revolutionizes the series with Dragon Quest-inspired turn-based RPG combat, following the irrepr…." The headline profile reads Story Depth 95% / Turn-Based 90% / Emotional Story 70%, making it a strong pick for fans of Story Depth and Turn-Based. Accessible enough for newcomers while offering enough depth to satisfy veterans.
Characteristics & Analysis
Our editorial team scored "龍が如く7 光と闇の行方" by using its feel of ターン性RPG, 春日一番, and コマンドバトル as the primary lens, weighting Story Depth and Turn-Based most heavily. Top similar titles include "ペルソナ５: The Phantom X（P5X）", "ドラゴンクエストXI S 過ぎ去りし時を求めて S", "Persona 5 Royal（ペルソナ5 ロイヤル）".