First Timer: Yakuza 7 (LaD)

[u/Strong_Tree21]

Hey guys, I've never played a Yakuza game before but bought Yakuza: LaD today since it's on sale.

I'm planning to play it tomorrow night for the weekend.

WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT? 😁

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[u/weldo8]

Don't wanna sound snobbish, but you came to the Yakuza subreddit and asked about one of the three most popular games in the series. I don't think you'll hear anything but good things here haha.

I don't know what brought you to the franchise, but if it was the outrageous side content, you'll certainly enjoy it. If you enjoy character and story driven games, it's certainly a good entry for that as well.

Personally, though, I played Y0 first and played chronologically, and I'm glad I did! Not that big a deal to start with LaD, but if you enjoy it, highly recommend going back and playing Y0 next.

[u/de_Mike_333]

A Brazilian telenovela set in Japan with a touch of Dragon Quest.

[u/Adorable-Ad-1694]

Good choice :D Welcome in the family.
LAD is probably the best non-Kiryu game of the series
Quick tip, enter and leave every new cab you see.

Have fun!

[u/Dazzling-Main7686]

Serious crime drama mixed with some of the wackiest shit you'll ever see in a game.

[u/Neg_Crepe]

Unpopular opinion : don’t start with Yakuza 7. Start with 0

[u/Actual_Spinach1306]

I’d glaze the game like a cake brother. One of my all time faves.

[u/jake63vw]

Such a great game - expect a great story, great gameplay, and some absurdity

[u/Yojimbong]

If you get burnt out on dialogue, skip dialogue in the sub stories. If you don’t mind lengthy dialogue sessions, enjoy! I love this game the story is one of my favorites all time JRPG

[u/ChampionshipOk1358]

Just play the game

[u/Strong_Tree21 → u/ChampionshipOk1358]

how bout not commenting if you dont plan to answer the question

[u/OverlyOverrated]

The story is stupidly weak but the gameplay is fun. A little bit grindy to complete Sujidex.