"Top Early Upgrades for Goro in Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza Hawaii"

In *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii*, Goro Majima, known as the Mad Dog of Shimano, takes center stage with a host of skills and tricks at his disposal. Here are the top early upgrades for Goro that will enhance your gameplay experience in *Pirate Yakuza*.

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Goro Majima Upgrades in Pirate Yakuza, Explained

Goro Majima starts off as an amnesiac ex-yakuza with a single fighting style in the game's first chapter. As you progress through the main storyline, you'll unlock new weapons and the Sea Dog fighting style, each with its own upgrade tree. The game features four distinct skill trees:

• Overall Stats
• Shared Abilities
• Mad Dog
• Sea Dog

Here are some essential early upgrades in *Pirate Yakuza* that will ease your way through various battles and quests without breaking the bank.

Max Health Boost (Overall Stats)

One of the first upgrades you should consider is the Max Health Boost. With many boss fights involving numerous henchmen, having a robust health bar is crucial for effective crowd control. Goro can withstand more hits, allowing you to outlast opponents while dealing significant damage, which is key to success in *Pirate Yakuza*'s toughest battles.

Attack Boost (Overall Stats)

The Attack Boost is another must-have early upgrade for Goro. It enhances the damage output of your base attacks, crucial in a game that has returned to its roots with real-time melee combat. While it may cost a bit, consider the Attack Boost Plus later for even smoother playthroughs.

Knockdown Evasion (Shared Abilities)

When facing multiple enemies, Knockdown Evasion becomes invaluable. This upgrade enables quick recovery from heavy melee attacks, allowing Goro to swiftly return to offensive play.

Quickstep Strike (Shared Abilities)

The Quickstep Strike upgrade lets you attack immediately after dodging, making every fight easier. This extra attack can be a game-changer, especially in early boss encounters, as it helps activate Goro's heat gauge attack.

Grapple Counter (Shared Abilities)

For dealing with crowds, the Grapple Counter is essential. It prevents damage from grab attacks and allows Goro to counter with his own attack, keeping you in control of the fight.

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Serpent Trick (Mad Dog)

The Mad Dog Style equips Goro with dual swords, a flintlock pistol, and a grappling hook, perfect for crowd control. The Serpent Trick upgrade allows Goro to launch enemies into the air, setting up deadly combos and leaving them vulnerable.

Frenzy Trick (Mad Dog)

The Frenzy Trick is another crowd control gem in the Mad Dog style. Goro spins like a top, knocking down enemies in his path, making it ideal for the large-scale naval combat in side quests.

Catch ‘n’ Slash (Sea Dog)

The Catch 'n' Slash, unlocked with the Sea Dog style, enhances your projectile-based combat. The upgrade extends the throw duration and enables immediate follow-up attacks, making combos more effective.

Charge ‘n’ Shoot (Sea Dog)

The flintlock pistol in the Mad Dog style can be a game-changer with the Charge 'n' Shoot upgrade. It reduces charge time, allowing you to shoot multiple enemies at once and send them flying, making it a practical tool in Goro's arsenal.

These are the best early upgrades for Goro in *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii*, setting you up for success in your journey through the game.

Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.