From there, the bar for Amazons series should be easy to clear.
That, and therewouldnt be any karaoke scenes.
Like A Dragon, formerly known asYakuzain the West, is a Japanese action role-playing game series.
Amazon Studios; Sega
What does the TV series get right?
One notable alteration in the shows depiction of Kiryus adoptive father, Kazama (Toshiaki Karasawa).
They even adopt each others mannerisms and fashion sense as the show progresses.
Their relationship is portrayed more deeply and effectively here than in the games.
However, the show wisely uses him sparingly as not to rob Kiryu and Nishiki of their limelight.
Unfortunately, not everyone gets an even shake in the Amazon shows recontextualization of the games.
What does it get wrong?
Key among them is the story of Kiryus soulmate, Yumi.
Much of Aikos incongruous vibe stems from her taking on Yumis in-game origins.
Unfortunately, Nishiki also suffers in the translation.
Its sad, given that Nishiki has always been one ofLike of Dragons most compelling villains.
Is it a good adaptation?
But that formula wont work for everything.
Like A Dragon: Yakuzapremieres onPrime Videoon Oct. 24.
