In *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii*, players encounter a pivotal moment in Chapter 2 where they must halt the campaign's progression to upgrade their ship, the Goromaru, which requires a hefty sum of $10,000. This section of the game introduces a quest line where Goro and his crew must enhance their vessel and recruit additional members to advance. While finding the five new crew members is relatively straightforward, amassing the funds to repair and upgrade the Goromaru presents a significant challenge. Here’s how you can quickly gather the necessary funds to continue your adventure in Pirate Yakuza.
How To Get Funds Fast in Pirate Yakuza
During Chapter 2, Goro and his crew aim to enter the Pirate Coliseum in Madlantis, but their current ship won't suffice. This initiates a quest where Goro needs to recruit a shipbuilder to fortify the Goromaru and gather five more crew members to progress the main storyline. The crew members are easy to recruit, but the $10,000 needed for the ship's upgrade is a major hurdle.
Fortunately, *Pirate Yakuza* offers several methods to earn money quickly, though they can be demanding, particularly if you're looking to earn substantial amounts in a short time. Early in the game, you can choose from three main methods to collect funds: hunting bounties, opening treasure chests on various islands, or undertaking jobs in Honolulu.
How To Get Treasure in Pirate Yakuza
Treasures are hidden throughout Honolulu and on various islands, often requiring raids to access. While this method is viable, it's more time-consuming and requires leaving Honolulu. For players eager to advance quickly, focusing on bounties might be a more efficient approach, especially since Goro can handle these challenges solo.
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How To Get Bounties in Pirate Yakuza
The most effective way to gather the $10,000 quickly is by pursuing bounties in Honolulu. Even the smaller bounties offer rewards around $2,000, with some reaching as high as $16,000. However, tackling the higher-value bounties early in the game can be risky due to Goro's limited health and combat capabilities. Unless you're a seasoned *Yakuza* player with a strong grasp of the combat system, it's safer to start with lower difficulty bounties, which offer rewards ranging from $2,000 to $6,000.
When facing bounties, you'll often encounter groups of enemies. It's advisable to use Goro's Sea Dog fighting style for crowd control, then switch to the Mad Dog style for the one-on-one battle with the main bounty boss.
Locating bounties in *Pirate Yakuza* is straightforward; they are marked on the map with a red handcuff symbol. Approaching a bounty marker triggers an info screen detailing the bounty's difficulty, the reason for the bounty, and the reward amount. You can then decide if the risk is worth the potential reward and engage in the fight.
Combat in bounty missions follows the standard *Pirate Yakuza* formula: defeat the opponent by depleting their health bar. Bounties can have multiple health bars, and their minions may use various weapons, adding complexity to the battles. Upon successfully completing a bounty, you'll receive several thousand dollars, contributing to the $10,000 needed for the Goromaru's upgrade. By strategically hunting a few bounties in Honolulu, you'll soon have enough funds to enhance your ship and proceed with the main storyline.
This method, while combat-intensive, is the fastest way to gather the funds needed to upgrade your ship in *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii*.
*Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*
