Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth

Last updated: 2025-06-28
  • Abundant, high-quality mini-games
  • Vast and engaging content
  • Enhanced turn-based combat
  • Compelling story and characters
  • Weak/flawed main story
  • Frequent crashes and instability
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Emotions

Satisfaction33%Disappointment16%Frustration10%Excitement7%Joy7%
Reviews
(sample size)
2000
Helpful reviews
58%
Unhelpful reviews
39%
Protest reviews
3%
Positive points
4675
Negative points
2572
Gameplay points
1128
Perf. points
77
Rec. points
715
Misc points
390
Point
Abundant Quality Mini-games
Description
The game features a wide array of well-developed and highly addictive mini-games, ranging from karaoke to karting and business management. These activities are praised for their entertainment value, often feeling like standalone games within the main experience.
Importance
99%
Compelling Story & Characters
Description
The game delivers an emotionally impactful and well-written main story, praised for its depth, humor, and dramatic twists. Characters, both new and returning, are exceptionally developed, charismatic, and foster strong emotional connections with players.
Importance
81%
Vast & Engaging Content
Description
The game is lauded for its immense volume of high-quality content, including a massive open world and numerous activities that provide hundreds of hours of gameplay. Players consistently find the content rich, diverse, and highly engaging, preventing boredom.
Importance
78%
Enhanced Turn-Based Combat
Description
The turn-based combat system is significantly improved from the previous installment, offering more dynamic action, strategic positioning, and satisfying impact. New mechanics like character movement, environmental attacks, and QTEs make battles more engaging and less rigid.
Importance
77%
Kiryu's Poignant Farewell
Description
The game provides a deeply emotional and satisfying conclusion to Kiryu Kazuma's long-running story arc, serving as a heartfelt tribute for long-time fans. His unique combat styles and "Memoir of a Dragon" content are particularly praised for their nostalgic value and engaging gameplay.
Importance
58%
General Gameplay & QoL Enhancements
Description
Beyond combat, the game features numerous quality-of-life improvements, refined mechanics, and increased gameplay versatility. The enhanced job system, skill inheritance, and overall polish contribute to a smoother, more enjoyable, and customizable player experience.
Importance
30%
Engaging & Varied Side Quests
Description
Side quests are a series highlight, offering a diverse range of experiences from bizarre and humorous to deeply touching and well-written. They are consistently engaging and provide significant narrative depth and rewards, making them far from mere filler.
Importance
21%
Addictive Dondoko Island
Description
The Dondoko Island mini-game, a resort management simulation akin to Animal Crossing, is a significant and highly addictive piece of content. Players enjoy building, customizing, and managing their island, often spending dozens of hours on this optional activity.
Importance
12%
Ichiban's Charismatic Protagonist
Description
Ichiban Kasuga continues to be a beloved and inspiring protagonist, praised for his good-hearted nature, optimism, and infectious passion. His character development and interactions with his party members are a significant draw, making his journey deeply engaging for players.
Importance
11%
Vibrant New Hawaii Setting
Description
The introduction of the new Hawaii map is a major highlight, praised for its vibrant design, meticulous detail, and immersive atmosphere. It offers a fresh and expansive environment for exploration, filled with activities that contribute to a vacation-like feel.
Importance
10%
Reduced Grinding & Balanced Progression
Description
The game significantly improves upon its predecessor by reducing the need for excessive grinding, allowing players to progress through the story without tedious repetition. The difficulty curve is well-balanced, and quality-of-life tweaks make character progression more enjoyable and less of a chore.
Importance
9%
Fun Sujimon Battles
Description
The Sujimon system, a monster-collecting and battling mini-game similar to Pokémon, is praised for its expanded features and engaging gameplay. It offers a unique and enjoyable distraction, allowing players to collect, train, and battle "Sujimon" with its own story arc.
Importance
6%