In *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii*, upgrading the Goromaru's cannons is crucial for dominating naval combat. Here's a comprehensive guide on how to enhance your ship's firepower, ensuring you're well-equipped to conquer the seas.
How to Upgrade Cannons in Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii
In Chapter 2, you'll be introduced to the vibrant hub worlds of Honolulu and Madlantis. These areas are not only essential for exploring and meeting new characters but also pivotal for upgrading your ship and recruiting new crew members to advance the storyline and bolster the reputation of the Goro Pirates. During the main questline, you'll encounter Julie, the skilled mechanic who runs the GearWorks shop in Honolulu.
Julie is your go-to for upgrading the Goromaru. After your initial meeting, you can return to her shop to enhance your ship's weapons, including the vital cannons. The upgrades require various materials, which you can gather by defeating enemies. Here's a breakdown of the components you'll need:
- Quality Components
- Superb Components
- Miscellaneous (animal parts, fruits, stones)
To upgrade your cannons, simply approach Julie, engage in conversation, and select the cannon you wish to enhance. Once upgraded, navigate to the crew formation menu on your ship to equip the cannons on either side of the Goromaru. Below are the types of cannons you can upgrade, along with their requirements:
Shark Cannon
The Shark Cannon inflicts elemental damage and boasts a quicker reload time compared to other options. However, its damage output is relatively low. It's advisable to save your components for more potent upgrades and consider the Shark Cannon later, perhaps as a means to recruit Julie to your crew.
Egesta Cannon
The Egesta Cannon is ideal for strategic gameplay, dealing slow but steady damage. It fires two rounds at once, compensating for its slower reload time. You can mix and match cannon types on the Goromaru, allowing for diverse combat strategies.
Laser Cannon
The Laser Cannon is arguably the best weapon for your ship, delivering devastating damage that can obliterate weaker ships instantly and significantly weaken boss ships. Despite its long reload time, it's worth saving your components for this upgrade as you progress through the *Pirate Yakuza* story.
Super Laser Cannon
The Super Laser Cannon represents the pinnacle of cannon upgrades, offering unmatched long-range capabilities and immense power. Acquiring this upgrade requires rare components, making it available later in the game. It's highly recommended to save your components for this ultimate weapon, especially as you tackle tougher battles in the Pirate Coliseum and against the Devil Pirates.
By following this guide, you'll be well on your way to upgrading your cannons in *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii*, ensuring your ship, the Goromaru, remains a formidable force on the high seas.
*Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*
