In *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii*, players face a pivotal moment in Chapter 2 where they must halt the campaign's progression to upgrade their ship, the Goromaru, and recruit a stronger crew. This upgrade, essential for entering the Pirate Coliseum in Madlantis, requires a significant $10,000 in-game. While recruiting the five new crew members is relatively straightforward, amassing the necessary funds to enhance the Goromaru presents a more formidable challenge. Here’s how to gather the money quickly to keep your adventure sailing smoothly.
How To Get Funds Fast in Pirate Yakuza
In the middle of Chapter 2, players have three primary avenues to earn cash swiftly: collecting bounties, hunting for treasure on various islands, and completing jobs in Honolulu. While all these methods can be effective, focusing on bounties might be the fastest route to achieving the necessary funds.
How To Get Treasure in Pirate Yakuza
Treasure hunting involves exploring Honolulu and raiding islands. This method, while rewarding, can be time-consuming and requires players to venture away from the main hub. For those eager to progress the story swiftly, treasure hunting might not be the most efficient option. Instead, consider focusing on bounties, which Goro can tackle solo.
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How To Get Bounties in Pirate Yakuza
The most effective way to secure the $10,000 quickly is by pursuing bounties in Honolulu. Smaller bounties can net you around $2,000, while larger ones might offer up to $16,000. However, tackling high-value bounties early on can be risky due to Goro's limited health and combat capabilities at this stage. Veteran players might have an edge, but for most, it's safer to target lower difficulty bounties, which reward between $2,000 and $6,000.
To maximize your chances, use Goro's Sea Dog fighting style for crowd control against the cronies surrounding the bounty boss, then switch to the Mad Dog style for the one-on-one confrontation. Bounties are easy to find, marked by a red handcuff symbol on the map.
Upon approaching a bounty marker, an info screen will detail the bounty's difficulty, the reason they're wanted, and their monetary value. This information helps you decide whether the risk is worth the reward. After defeating the bounty, you'll be awarded thousands of dollars, bringing you closer to the $10,000 goal needed for the Goromaru's upgrade.
By successfully completing a few bounties in Honolulu, you'll quickly amass the necessary funds to upgrade the Goromaru and continue the main storyline. This approach, though combat-intensive, is the most efficient way to advance in *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii*.
And that is how to get funds to upgrade your ship fast in *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii*.
*Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*
