Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii introduces a vast number of new elements to the longstanding series, but one of the most significant evolutions can be witnessed in its combat. While Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii maintains the fundamental principles of the series' combat, it also builds on that foundation with new features and fresh mechanics — like its increased emphasis on aerial combat. One change made to Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii's combat, in particular, is something the series has entertained before but never fully leaned into: large-scale battles that only Majima's new Sea Dog combat style can hope to compete with.