Dive into the vibrant world of *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii* with Goro Majima, the Mad Dog of Shimano, as your guide. This action-packed game introduces you to Goro's unique set of skills and tricks, perfect for navigating the thrilling streets and seas of Hawaii. Here's a comprehensive guide to the best early upgrades for Goro in *Pirate Yakuza*, ensuring you get the most out of your journey right from the start.
Goro Majima Upgrades in Pirate Yakuza, Explained
As an amnesiac ex-yakuza, Goro Majima starts *Pirate Yakuza* with a single fighting style, but as you progress through the story, you'll unlock new weapons and the exciting Sea Dog fighting style, each with its own upgrade tree. The game features four skill trees:
- Overall Stats
- Shared Abilities
- Mad Dog
- Sea Dog
To make your battles and quests smoother and more manageable, here are the top early upgrades you should consider for Goro.
Max Health Boost (Overall Stats)
The first essential upgrade is the Max Health Boost. Given the nature of boss fights surrounded by numerous henchmen, having a higher health bar is crucial for Goro to withstand attacks. This upgrade ensures Goro can outlast his opponents while dishing out significant damage, making it a vital choice for surviving the intense battles in *Pirate Yakuza*.
Attack Boost (Overall Stats)
Next up is the Attack Boost, an upgrade that significantly increases the damage of Goro's base attacks. With *Pirate Yakuza* reverting to the series' classic real-time combat style, melee attacks are pivotal for story progression and bonus content. While the Attack Boost Plus upgrade might be pricier, it promises to make future playthroughs much easier.
Knockdown Evasion (Shared Abilities)
In the chaos of multi-enemy fights, Knockdown Evasion becomes an invaluable upgrade for Goro. It enables quick recovery after being hit by heavy or melee attacks, allowing you to swiftly return to offensive play. This is essential for maintaining control in combat.
Quickstep Strike (Shared Abilities)
The Quickstep Strike upgrade enhances Goro's ability to attack immediately after dodging, a critical feature for easing all in-game fights. This upgrade is particularly useful in early boss battles, offering Goro another way to trigger his heat gauge attack, giving you a significant edge in combat.
Grapple Counter (Shared Abilities)
The Grapple Counter upgrade is perfect for handling crowds of enemies, allowing Goro to counter grab attacks and avoid damage while retaliating with his own attack. This upgrade is essential for maintaining control and dealing with aggressive foes effectively.
Serpent Trick (Mad Dog)
The Mad Dog Style equips Goro with dual swords, a flintlock pistol, and a grappling hook, making it ideal for crowd control. The Serpent Trick upgrade lets Goro launch enemies into the air, setting up deadly combos and leaving them vulnerable to further attacks, making it an excellent early upgrade.
Frenzy Trick (Mad Dog)
Another crowd control gem in the Mad Dog style is the Frenzy Trick, where Goro spins like a top, knocking down enemies in his path. This move is especially useful in the naval combat side-quests where you face waves of pirates, making this upgrade essential for managing large groups.
Catch ‘n’ Slash (Sea Dog)
Already available when you unlock the Mad Dog style, the Catch ‘n’ Slash upgrade enhances Goro's projectile-based combat. It extends the duration of the throw and allows for immediate follow-up attacks, making your combos more effective and deadly.
Charge ‘n’ Shoot (Sea Dog)
The flintlock pistol in the Mad Dog style can be a double-edged sword due to its long charge time. However, the Charge ‘n’ Shoot upgrade transforms it into a practical weapon capable of hitting multiple enemies at once and sending them flying, significantly boosting its utility in combat.
These upgrades are the best early choices for Goro in *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii*, setting you up for success as you navigate the game's challenges.
*Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*
