January is off to a strong start for PlayStation Plus subscribers. If the monthly selection does not break records in quantity, it impresses with the quality of a particular title: Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth. A true juggernaut of the RPG genre, the game arrives in the PS Plus offer, and with it, an adventure so dense that it will keep you busy until spring.
Developed by Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio, the title propels players into an epic journey between Japan and Hawaii, alongside two emblematic figures from the saga Yakuza. And all, free for subscribers. A golden opportunity for fans of crazy stories, turn-based combat and endless quests.
Colossal content for RPG lovers
According to the specialized site howlongtobeat.com, finish Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth to 100% would require approximately 117 hours. A rare lifespan for a game offered via PS Plus, which immediately makes it one of the most generous additions ever offered.
The story revolves around two cult characters from the franchise: Ichiban Kasuga and Kazuma Kiryu. “Two larger-than-life heroes, Ichiban Kasuga and Kazuma Kiryu, are brought together by fate, or perhaps something more sinister… Experience your time in Japan to the fullest and explore all that Hawaii has to offer in an RPG adventure so vast it spans the entire Pacific.”
Between absurd mini-games, crazy fights and moments of raw emotion, the title retains the unbridled narrative DNA of the series while exploring new territories, literally and figuratively.
Between traditional Japan and the tropics of Hawaii
One of the great pleasures of Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth lies in its change of scenery. While Japan remains familiar territory for fans, the addition of Hawaii offers a new dimension. Paradise beaches, local shops, colorful characters: every corner of the game is teeming with surprises.
This contrast between Japanese modernity and tropical atmosphere reinforces the appeal of a generous open world, where each detour promises an activity, an encounter, or an unexpected challenge. A real breath of fresh air in a saga which manages to renew itself without denying its roots.
A strategic addition for PlayStation Plus
The integration of such a dense and recent title into the PS Plus offer is not trivial. With Infinite WealthSony is banking on a game capable of keeping players invested for dozens of hours. A choice which more than compensates for the more discreet presence of the other games of the month, like Darkest Dungeon II Or The Exit 8.
This strategy reinforces PlayStation Plus’ position as a service capable of alternating essential classics, indie gems and recent big guns. And for subscribers, the calculation is simple: a critically acclaimed RPG, accessible at no additional cost, which promises long evenings with controller in hand.
Already cult, even for newcomers
You don’t need to have completed all the previous episodes to get started. Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth. The game is also aimed at fans of the saga Yakuza only to new players, thanks to an accessible narrative, full of humor, emotion and twists and turns.
Whether exploring the bustling streets of Yokohama or the sunny beaches of Honolulu, this generous RPG ticks all the boxes: content, personality, accessibility… and free. A rare combination, which turns this month of January into a video game jackpot.