Goro Majima, the iconic Mad Dog of Shimano, takes center stage in *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii*. This action-packed game equips Goro with a variety of skills and tricks to master, and here are the top early upgrades you should consider to enhance his performance in *Pirate Yakuza*.
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Starting as an amnesiac ex-yakuza, Goro Majima begins *Pirate Yakuza* with a single fighting style in the game's first chapter. As players advance through the main storyline, Goro unlocks new weapons and the Sea Dog fighting style, which introduces a whole new upgrade tree. In total, *Pirate Yakuza* offers four skill trees for players to explore:
- Overall Stats
- Shared Abilities
- Mad Dog
- Sea Dog
These early upgrades in *Pirate Yakuza* are designed to make your battles and quests more manageable without requiring a significant investment of money or points.
Max Health Boost (Overall Stats)
One of the first upgrades to prioritize is the Max Health Boost. Boss fights often come with waves of henchmen, and maintaining a high health bar is crucial for Goro to withstand attacks and manage crowds effectively. This upgrade is essential for outlasting opponents while delivering high damage, making it a must-have for success in *Pirate Yakuza*.
Attack Boost (Overall Stats)
Another critical early upgrade is the Attack Boost, which significantly increases the damage of Goro's basic attacks. With *Pirate Yakuza* reverting to the classic *Yakuza* real-time combat system, melee attacks are vital for progressing through the story and engaging in side content. While it may be costly, the Attack Boost Plus upgrade can further simplify future playthroughs.
Knockdown Evasion (Shared Abilities)
In battles against multiple foes, evading attacks becomes challenging, and knockouts from heavy hits are common. The Knockdown Evasion upgrade is ideal for Goro, allowing quick recovery after being struck by melee weapons or heavy attacks, enabling an immediate return to offensive play.
Quickstep Strike (Shared Abilities)
The Quickstep Strike upgrade enhances Goro's ability to strike after dodging, making every fight more manageable. This upgrade is especially beneficial in early boss battles, providing another way to trigger Goro's heat gauge attack and giving players a strategic edge.
Grapple Counter (Shared Abilities)
For managing crowds effectively, the Grapple Counter upgrade is invaluable. It allows Goro to counter grab attacks, preventing damage and enabling a counterattack. This upgrade is a game-changer in melee situations.
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Serpent Trick (Mad Dog)
The Mad Dog Style, Goro's signature pirate fighting style, equips him with dual swords, a flintlock pistol, and a grappling hook. This style excels in crowd control, and the Serpent Trick upgrade is a significant early enhancement. It allows Goro to launch enemies into the air, setting up opportunities for devastating combos while enemies are momentarily helpless.
Frenzy Trick (Mad Dog)
The Frenzy Trick is another crowd control asset in the Mad Dog style. This spinning attack knocks down multiple enemies simultaneously, which is particularly useful in naval combat side quests where players face large groups of pirates. This upgrade significantly eases the challenge of such battles.
Catch ‘n’ Slash (Sea Dog)
Available from the start of the Sea Dog style, the Catch ‘n’ Slash upgrade enhances Goro's projectile-based combat. It extends the throw duration and allows for immediate follow-up attacks, enabling longer and more effective combos.
Charge ‘n’ Shoot (Sea Dog)
The flintlock pistol, while a unique ranged weapon in the Mad Dog style, often charges too slowly and leaves Goro vulnerable. Upgrading to Charge ‘n’ Shoot makes the pistol more practical, allowing it to hit multiple enemies and send them flying, thus enhancing its utility in combat.
These are the best early upgrades for Goro in *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii*, designed to maximize his effectiveness in the game's challenging battles and quests.
*Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*
