Dave the Diver – Ichiban’s Holiday DLC combines my two favorite game worlds in the ultimate crossover

Dave the Diver has been getting a ton of crossovers since its inception, with the likes of Godzilla and Balatro. You would think there's already been enough to go around, but surprisingly enough, April 2025 will feature yet another DTD collaboration with the Yakuza: Like a Dragon RPG series. Both titles have earned their spots in my top video game collection, starting with my childhood favorite, the Yakuza series, and most recently with my 2023 pick for GOTY, Dave the Diver. It's surreal to see the two blend together in the Ichiban's Holiday DLC. The announcement trailer shows Yakuza: Like a Dragon's Ichiban and Survive Bartender in DTD's retro pixelated graphic style as they walk into the famous Bancho Sushi restaurant. Ichiban still somehow found a way to take off his shirt in this iteration, but I suppose it makes sense since he'll be swimming around the Blue Hole. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2sndxksP6Gg In true Like a Dragon fashion, we'll see Ichiban in action in the traditional beat-em-up gameplay, using the help of Dave's companion, Cobra. You'll get to show a villainous dolphin-poaching syndicate who's boss through Dave's dynamic diving skills and Ichiban's all-powerful fighting style. There also seems to be a clash between Bancho and the Survive Bartender when the topic of their restaurant skills comes into the conversation. While most situations will be riddled with intensity, there's still room for some downtime. Classic minigames from Yakuza: Like a Dragon's Kamurocho will instill some fun, including my most beloved pastime: the karaoke extravaganza. There will undoubtedly be a lot more to dive into, primarily with Dave the Diver's restaurant gameplay. As a fan of both games, I can't wait for this one to come out, especially since I'll see my favorite video game characters interact with one another. Even if you haven't played the Like a Dragon series, you may be convinced enough once you hop into this crossover. So, get ready for its launch in April 2025 on PlayStation 4 and 5. Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii will also be released soon to give you even more ocean adventures. The post Dave the Diver – Ichiban’s Holiday DLC combines my two favorite game worlds in the ultimate crossover appeared first on Destructoid.

Feb 13, 2025 - 00:07

Dave the Diver – Ichiban’s Holiday DLC combines my two favorite game worlds in the ultimate crossover

Dave the Diver has been getting a ton of crossovers since its inception, with the likes of Godzilla and Balatro. You would think there's already been enough to go around, but surprisingly enough, April 2025 will feature yet another DTD collaboration with the Yakuza: Like a Dragon RPG series.

Both titles have earned their spots in my top video game collection, starting with my childhood favorite, the Yakuza series, and most recently with my 2023 pick for GOTY, Dave the Diver. It's surreal to see the two blend together in the Ichiban's Holiday DLC. The announcement trailer shows Yakuza: Like a Dragon's Ichiban and Survive Bartender in DTD's retro pixelated graphic style as they walk into the famous Bancho Sushi restaurant. Ichiban still somehow found a way to take off his shirt in this iteration, but I suppose it makes sense since he'll be swimming around the Blue Hole.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2sndxksP6Gg

In true Like a Dragon fashion, we'll see Ichiban in action in the traditional beat-em-up gameplay, using the help of Dave's companion, Cobra. You'll get to show a villainous dolphin-poaching syndicate who's boss through Dave's dynamic diving skills and Ichiban's all-powerful fighting style. There also seems to be a clash between Bancho and the Survive Bartender when the topic of their restaurant skills comes into the conversation.

While most situations will be riddled with intensity, there's still room for some downtime. Classic minigames from Yakuza: Like a Dragon's Kamurocho will instill some fun, including my most beloved pastime: the karaoke extravaganza. There will undoubtedly be a lot more to dive into, primarily with Dave the Diver's restaurant gameplay.

As a fan of both games, I can't wait for this one to come out, especially since I'll see my favorite video game characters interact with one another. Even if you haven't played the Like a Dragon series, you may be convinced enough once you hop into this crossover. So, get ready for its launch in April 2025 on PlayStation 4 and 5. Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii will also be released soon to give you even more ocean adventures.

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