The Yakuza franchise now known as Like a Dragon has always been a big hit in Japan, but it took the series longer to find its feet and its fandom in the West. The games follow the main protagonist Kiryu Kazuma, an on/off Yakuza (depending on the title), as he faces various personal and professional dilemmas in regards to both those he cares for and his ties to the Tojo Clan. The Yakuza games have plenty of drama, with compelling storylines and deep plots, as well as a great deal of quirkiness that makes these games stand out from the crowd.