Become Ichiban Kasuga, a low-ranking yakuza grunt left on the brink of death by the man he trusted most. Take up your legendary bat and get ready to crack some underworld skulls in dynamic RPG combat set against the backdrop of modern-day Japan.
Replaces previous series' brawler mechanics with Dragon Quest-inspired turn-based battles. Lets players choose from 19 wildly different job classes like "Musician" and "Bodyguard". Enables strategic party building with combinations like four healers or two tanks. Adds interactive button-press events during special attacks to boost damage. Implements a "perfect guard" mechanic that reduces incoming damage by precisely timed button presses.
Characters and enemies physically roam the battlefield during encounters. Positioning determines attack effectiveness, with area-of-effect skills working best when enemies cluster. Crowd control abilities trigger maximum damage when opponents bunch together. Skippable cinematic attack animations prevent repetitive viewing. Boss battles demand more nuanced strategy and preparation.
Players swap character classes at the "Hello Work" employment center. Each job grants unique skills and transforms character costumes dramatically. Certain skills persist across different job classes, encouraging experimentation. Provides deep customization and gameplay variety.
Character bonds level up through bar-based "Drink Link" conversations. Restaurant combo meals unlock character-specific performance boosts. Equipment and job progression continuously improve character capabilities. Rewards player creativity and strategic character development.
Combat system transforms genre expectations with imaginative, humor-infused battles. Over-the-top animations and skill designs keep combat engaging. Customization options allow unprecedented character personalization. Balances serious narrative moments with absurdist gameplay mechanics.
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