Like a Dragon: Ishin! for PS4 is a single-player action-adventure RPG priced at KSh 6,800, now in stock at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. This sealed physical disc puts you in the role of Sakamoto Ryoma, a swordsman chasing the killer of his adopted father through 1860s Japan during the Bakumatsu period. Built on Unreal Engine 4 by Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio and published by SEGA, Like a Dragon: Ishin! runs natively on PS4 and on PS5 through backward compatibility. The disc holds the complete story plus side content with no online connection required to play.
Like a Dragon: Ishin! suits PS4 owners across Kenya who want a long single-player game that runs offline on their existing console. Students in Eldoret, Nakuru, and Kisumu get 40 to 60 hours of main-story play from one KSh 6,800 disc, far cheaper per hour than streaming subscriptions or data-heavy online titles. The fully offline design means no monthly fees, no constant downloads, and no dependence on stable internet, which matters during load-shedding or when mobile data runs low. Fans of the Yakuza series get a samurai-era story with the same humour, drama, and street combat the franchise is known for.
Like a Dragon: Ishin! reaches Kenya's growing PS4 community at a price most Nairobi game shops on Luthuli Avenue cannot match for a sealed, genuine copy. Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya who stock mostly used or unsealed game discs, Mascom International supplies factory-sealed Like a Dragon: Ishin! with disc verification and pay-on-arrival ordering. Players consistently report the four-style combat and side stories give strong replay value long after the main story ends. Visit our Kimathi Street shop to inspect the disc, or order for countrywide delivery with payment only on arrival.
Common Questions About the Like a Dragon: Ishin! for PS4
Is Like a Dragon: Ishin! worth KSh 6,800 for PS4 owners in Kenya?
Like a Dragon: Ishin! gives 40 to 60 hours of main-story play and over 100 hours with side content for KSh 6,800. That works out to well under KSh 200 per hour of entertainment, cheaper than most cinema tickets or weekend outings in Nairobi. The single-player design means you pay once and play forever, with no subscription, no online pass, and no recurring data cost. For Kenyan gamers stretching an entertainment budget, one disc delivers months of play.
What is Like a Dragon: Ishin! actually about?
Like a Dragon: Ishin! follows Sakamoto Ryoma, a real historical figure reimagined through the Yakuza series, as he hunts his father's killer across 1860s Japan. The story unfolds in the port town of Kyo during the Bakumatsu, a tense period of political upheaval before Japan's modernisation. You uncover a conspiracy involving rival clans, hidden identities, and personal betrayal. The plot mixes serious drama with the absurd humour and street-level characters that long-time Yakuza fans recognise immediately.
How does combat work in Like a Dragon: Ishin!?
Like a Dragon: Ishin! lets you switch between four fighting styles on the fly during any battle. Swordsman handles close katana combat, Gunman fires a revolver at range, Wild Dancer spins a sword and pistol together, and Brawler uses bare fists. You change styles mid-fight to match each enemy, then trigger dramatic Heat Actions for finishing moves. One famous Heat Action summons a tiger to maul a crowd of foes, keeping the over-the-top Yakuza tone intact.
Does Like a Dragon: Ishin! run on PS5 as well as PS4?
Yes. The PS4 disc of Like a Dragon: Ishin! plays on PS5 through Sony's backward compatibility, so the same KSh 6,800 copy works if you upgrade later. On PS4 the game targets 1080p, while PS5 hardware runs it at higher resolution with faster loading through Game Boost. Buying the PS4 version protects your purchase across both consoles. Insert the disc, install to the drive, and play with no extra download or account needed.
Does Like a Dragon: Ishin! need an internet connection to play?
No. Like a Dragon: Ishin! is a fully offline single-player game that needs no internet after installation from the disc. This matters in Kenya where data costs add up and connections drop during power cuts. Once the game installs to your PS4 hard drive, you play start to finish without Safaricom, Airtel, or any home Wi-Fi. The complete story and side content sit on the disc, making it reliable entertainment anywhere in the country.
What side activities are in Like a Dragon: Ishin! beyond the main story?
Like a Dragon: Ishin! packs dozens of substories, minigames, and town activities around its main plot. You can race chickens, fish in the harbour, dance, sing karaoke, cook, farm a plot of land, and play card-based battles using collectible Trooper Cards. Each substory tells a short self-contained tale, often funnier than serious. These activities add roughly 60 to 80 hours of optional play, pushing a full completion past 100 hours of content.
Is Like a Dragon: Ishin! in English for Kenyan players?
Like a Dragon: Ishin! ships with full English subtitles and menus, with Japanese voice acting throughout. There is no English dub, so you read dialogue while hearing the original performances. Kenyan players comfortable with subtitled films will follow the story easily, since text covers every conversation and key term. The English text explains the historical setting and clan politics clearly enough for newcomers with no prior Yakuza knowledge to keep up.
Do I need to play other Yakuza games before Like a Dragon: Ishin!?
No prior Yakuza game is required to enjoy Like a Dragon: Ishin! as a standalone story. The plot stands on its own in 1860s Japan with a self-contained beginning, middle, and end. Returning fans will spot familiar faces playing historical roles, which adds a layer of recognition, but newcomers lose nothing. Mascom International recommends Like a Dragon: Ishin! as a solid entry point into the series for first-time players in Kenya.
How do I buy Like a Dragon: Ishin! from Mascom International with delivery?
Order Like a Dragon: Ishin! by calling +254 708 852 521, emailing info@mascomintl.com, or visiting www.mascomintl.com. Mascom International ships the sealed disc to all 47 counties with pay-on-arrival, so you inspect the copy before paying. Nairobi and nearby areas receive same-day delivery, major towns get it within one business day. You can also walk into our Kimathi Street shop to collect it in person during business hours.
Technical Specifications
Game Content and Story Setup
- Single-player action-adventure RPG set in 1860s Japan during the Bakumatsu period of political change
- Main story runs 40 to 60 hours, giving long playtime from one KSh 6,800 disc
- Plays as Sakamoto Ryoma, a historical samurai figure chasing his adopted father's killer
- Story uses the Yakuza series tone, mixing serious drama with comic substories and street characters
- Built on Unreal Engine 4 with rebuilt visuals over the 2014 Japan-only original game
- Rated mature 17+ for violence and themes, suited to teenage and adult Kenyan players
Combat Styles and Gameplay Mechanics
- Four fighting styles switch instantly mid-battle to match different enemies and situations
- Swordsman style handles katana duels, the core combat method across the samurai setting
- Gunman style fires a revolver, letting you hit foes from a safe distance
- Wild Dancer style spins sword and pistol together for crowd-clearing attacks against groups
- Brawler style uses bare-fist combat for players who prefer the classic Yakuza punching feel
- Heat Actions trigger cinematic finishing moves, including summoning a tiger to attack enemies
Side Content and Minigames
- Dozens of substories tell short standalone tales, often comic, scattered across the town
- Minigames include chicken racing, fishing, karaoke, dancing, cooking, and harbour activities
- Farm and manage a plot of land as a longer optional progression activity
- Trooper Card battles use collectible cards, including special guest cards from real personalities
- Side content adds roughly 60 to 80 hours, pushing full completion past 100 hours
- Activities give a break from main combat while keeping you in the 1860s world
Platform Compatibility and Performance
- Native PS4 disc that installs to the console hard drive for full play
- Runs at 1080p resolution on PS4, targeting smooth performance on standard and Pro consoles
- Plays on PS5 through backward compatibility, protecting your purchase across both consoles
- PS5 Game Boost raises resolution and shortens loading times over the base PS4 version
- No online connection needed after install, ideal during Kenyan power cuts and low data
- Requires roughly 30GB of free console storage to install the full game
Physical Disc and Language Support
- Sealed physical Blu-ray disc, letting you resell or share after finishing the story
- Full English subtitles and menus cover all dialogue, story terms, and instructions
- Original Japanese voice acting throughout, with no English dub included
- Standalone story needs no prior Yakuza or Like a Dragon games to follow
- Physical copy holds resale value at Nairobi game shops, unlike digital-only purchases
- Region-free PS4 disc plays on any PS4 console sold in Kenya
Package Contents
- Like a Dragon: Ishin! PS4 game disc, factory sealed
- Original retail case with cover artwork
- Standard PlayStation disc packaging as supplied by SEGA
Note:Mascom International verifies every sealed copy before dispatch. This is the standard retail edition; the disc contains the complete game with no download required to start playing.
Warranty
Mascom International backs every sealed Like a Dragon: Ishin! disc with a 6-month replacement warranty covering manufacturing read defects. Should a genuine factory-sealed disc fail to install or read on a working PS4, Mascom International replaces it. Keep your receipt and the original case to claim.
Three ways to order:
- Call +254 708 852 521
- Email info@mascomintl.com
- Order through www.mascomintl.com
Pay-on-arrival delivery reaches every Kenyan county. Nairobi and surrounding areas receive Like a Dragon: Ishin! the same day, while Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, and Eldoret get it within 1 business day. Counties including Turkana, Marsabit, Wajir, and Tana River receive delivery within 2-3 business days. You inspect the sealed disc and pay only when it arrives at your door.
The standard retail edition is the version stocked, supplied factory sealed with verified genuine packaging. Buyers across Kenya rely on Mascom International for accurate product details, current Kenyan pricing, and direct after-sales support from our Nairobi CBD store. Order Like a Dragon: Ishin! today and play a full single-player adventure on your PS4 with no subscription and no online requirement.
