Here are 5 characters from the Yakuza/Like a Dragon universe that deserve their own spin off.
Author: Matt Sowinski
Matt Sowinski
Matt Sowinski is a freelance video game writer and video editor for But Why Tho? He lives and breathes all things JRPG with Persona and the Yakuza series being at the top of his list. He believes that games are a special storytelling medium and becoming a critic has been a lifelong dream come true. You can also find his work on Console Creatures and as host of PlayStation Generation.
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