Dondoko Island is a significant part of 's appeal, but how and when the experience can be accessed in-game isn't immediately obvious. The series, formerly published as in the west, has long been known for featuring memorable and unique side content and mini-games to accompany its more dramatic main stories. promises an even longer and more robust experience than any of the past games have ever delivered, and Dondoko Island might be the selling point that jumps out the most.
marks a major turn for the series by moving to Hawaii, a tropical change that Dondoko Island doubles down on. This mini-game packs the simulation features of something like into a rich side activity, allowing protagonist Ichiban to purchase and craft the items and materials to build a true paradise. Dedicating time and effort to Dondoko Island will attract visitors, creating a relaxing social component to kick back and enjoy in the absence of aggressive yakuza bosses or criminal maniacs.
Dondoko Island can be unlocked in Chapter 6 of , so anyone itching to jump straight into the island customization action will have to get accustomed to the idea that it's not an immediate start. has 14 chapters total, a fairly average number for the series that comes out to one less than its immediate predecessor Not every chapter is created equal, of course, but it does take a decent chunk of time to unlock Dondoko Island as an mini-game.
Luckily, once players do reach Dondoko Island, there's no need to feel like its relaxing experience has to be rushed in order to experience more of 's nearly boundless content. There's plenty of time to spend there before the credits roll, and games always offer opportunities to return to side content and warnings when major story beats will render them accessible. Idling away the hours on Dondoko Island can also provide some benefits for the main content, and raising the Livability score of Ichiban's home provides the character with health boosts.
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