"Friday Gaming Roundup: Yakuza Goes Pirate, God of War PC Controversies, and Silent Hill 2 Timeline"
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Friday Gaming News: Leaks, Announcements, and Disappointments
🎮 Like a Dragon Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii: A Wild New Entry in the Yakuza Franchise
This morning, Sega and RGG Studios made a jaw-dropping announcement about the upcoming installment in the "Like a Dragon" series, previously known as the Yakuza franchise. The official title? Like a Dragon Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii. It sounds like a fever dream, but it's very real.🕵️ The Initial Leak: Too Absurd to Be True
Interestingly, details about this game leaked six months ago on a message board but were dismissed as too bizarre to be believable. Twitter user 2D Crypto had shared an anonymous post revealing RGG Studio’s next project, then codenamed "Mad Lantis." The post accurately described many elements later confirmed in the official trailer, including Yakuza tattoos being key to Goro Majima recovering his memory and revisiting past events from the series.🌴 Hawaii Setting and Amnesia Plot
The game is set in present-day Hawaii, and longtime fan-favorite character Goro Majima will be the main protagonist. He wakes up on a beach with amnesia and soon after becomes the captain of a pirate ship. The setting ties into this year's "Like a Dragon Infinite Wealth," which also took place partially in Hawaii.⚔️ Combat: Real-Time Pirate Swashbuckling
Unlike previous installments, which featured turn-based combat, Pirate Yakuza will employ real-time combat, focusing more on swashbuckling action. In previous games, Majima was known for his fast and agile move set, and it’ll be intriguing to see how this translates into pirate-themed combat.📅 Release Date and Platform Availability
The game is slated for release on February 28th next year and will be available on PC, Xbox, and PlayStation. Stay tuned for more updates as the release date approaches!🤯 God of War Ragnarok: PC Release Controversies
Yesterday marked the much-anticipated release of God of War Ragnarok on PC. While the game and its port have been universally praised, it is now facing a backlash for a very specific requirement: the necessity of a PlayStation Network (PSN) account.🔍 What's the Big Deal?
UK players have been particularly vocal about their frustrations, noting that setting up a PSN account involves submitting a mobile phone number for age verification. If this fails, the only recourse is to submit a photograph of your face or a government-issued ID to a third-party website.🚫 The Issue of Data Security
Many players are not comfortable linking their accounts to PSN, especially for a single-player game. Concerns about past data breaches by Sony further fuel their reluctance. As one review bluntly states, "I'm not linking my account to PSN, especially for a single-player game," listing multiple instances of Sony's data breaches.🌐 A Widespread Problem
This policy isn't exclusive to God of War Ragnarok; it has already turned PC players off from other Sony PC releases, including Hell Divers 2 and Concord. Although it’s understandable for games with crossplay features to require PSN accounts, making it mandatory for single-player games is unfathomable. Despite the controversy, God of War Ragnarok is now available on PC.🕹️ Silent Hill 2 Remake: When Is It Coming to Other Platforms?
One of the biggest PS5 exclusives arriving this year is the much-anticipated remake of Silent Hill 2. The game will also be available on PC, and unlike Sony's other releases, it won’t require a PSN account.⏳ When to Expect Silent Hill 2 on Other Consoles
According to a trailer on PlayStation’s YouTube channel, Silent Hill 2 won’t launch on "other formats" until at least October 8, 2025. This means Xbox Series and potentially the next-generation Nintendo Switch users will have to wait over a year to get their hands on it.📈 Past Console Exclusive Timelines
We've seen other titles make the jump to multiple platforms much sooner. For example, Indiana Jones in the Great Circle is set to hit Xbox Series and PC in December and is expected to reach the PS5 by spring next year. Unfortunately, it seems Silent Hill 2 fans will have a longer wait, but its eerie atmosphere makes it perfect for a winter or spooky season release.📅 Upcoming October Game Releases
As we approach October, it’s time to look forward to some of the biggest game releases of the month. With a diverse lineup across various platforms, gamers have plenty to be excited about.Blog posts
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