11 things you should know before starting Like a Dragon: Ishin!

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Like a Dragon: Ishin! sends you to the past in the sandals of Sakamoto Ryoma, who embarks on a journey of revenge, betrayal, and far too many evenings inside the karaoke bar. Whether you’re a seasoned Yakuza connoisseur or a newcomer to the series, there is plenty to keep in mind.

If you’re wondering whether you can play Like a Dragon: Ishin! without using the Trooper Cards mechanic, or want to know how best to optimize your time as you go from point A to B, our tips below shall provide the guidance you seek. Also, in case you’re wondering: Unlike Kiryu, yes, Sakamoto Ryoma openly kills people.

You can play Like a Dragon: Ishin! without using Trooper Cards — active and passive skills that you can carry with you. The mechanic is unlocked automatically as you follow the main story, and you’ll gain more as you play. They’re neat, but can be distracting.

Once you have access to the Trooper Cards system, press the pause button, head over to Troopers, and then Remove Squads to get rid of them.

I found them to be quite useful, allowing me to deal with big enemy groups, activate health regeneration, and more. But, again, it’s up to you whether you want to use them or not. Just keep in mind that some bosses will use similar skills during their encounters, so, the game kind of expects you to make use of them. But hey, your sword will do the trick just fine.

As you walk around, you’ll spot plenty of pots on the street. They hold random items, and over time, those item pools refresh. Simply put, you can come across the same pot multiple times and find something new in each. This takes time, of course — precious seconds, in fact. But it’s worth the monotonous hassle. You might end up obtaining an item you’ll need later, a handy