Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth is RGG Studio's turn-based JRPG sequel set across Yokohama and Honolulu, Hawaii. You alternate between Ichiban Kasuga (the eternal optimist) and Kazuma Kiryu (legendary yakuza) in a story spanning two countries. The Job system lets characters switch between 20+ classes like Samurai, Desperado, and Geodancer for deep build customization. Side content includes Dondoko Island (Animal Crossing-style island building), Sujimon battles (Pokemon-style creature collecting), and dozens of substories. With 60-100+ hours of content, it's the biggest entry in the Yakuza/Like a Dragon franchise.
Choosing the right build shapes your entire experience. This guide breaks down every option — what they're good at, what they struggle with, and which one matches your playstyle. For optimized builds with full gear sets, see our builds guide.
Quick Comparison
| Build | Tier | Playstyle | Best Equipment | Beginner Friendly? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hero (Ichiban) | S | Main character powerhouse whose damage scales with social stats and party bonds. | Hero's Bat | Moderate |
| Dragon of Dojima (Kiryu) | S | Counter-fighting legend who waits for enemy attacks then punishes with Tiger Drop. | Dragon's Fists | Moderate |
| Desperado | A | Ranged DPS who stays back and picks off enemies with gun skills. | Desperado's Dual Guns | Yes |
| Samurai | A | Melee damage dealer who cuts down single targets and sweeps groups with katana techniques. | Samurai Katana | Yes |
| Geodancer | S | Support dancer who buffs the party, debuffs enemies, and contributes magic AoE damage. | Geodancer's Fans | Moderate |
New player? Start with Dragon of Dojima (Kiryu) — see our beginner's guide for why.
Hero (Ichiban)
Ichiban's exclusive Job with balanced stats and the powerful Peerless Resolve ultimate that grants party-wide buffs. The Hero Job gains bonus damage based on Ichiban's personality stats. His bat-based attacks have wide AoE swings perfect for grouped enemies.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | S |
| Playstyle | Main character powerhouse whose damage scales with social stats and party bonds. |
| Best Equipment | Hero's Bat |
| Stat Priority | Personality Stats > Attack > HP > MP |
| Core Gear | Upgraded Hero's Bat, personality stat accessories, Hero Job maxed |
| Key Mechanic | job system |
Strengths
- Highest overall performance across all content types
- Main character powerhouse whose damage scales with social stats and party bonds.
- Pairs well with Hero's Bat
Weaknesses
- Popular choice, competition for resources
- Needs specific gear to reach full potential
Recommended Progression
- Start in Honolulu Hawaii to learn Hero (Ichiban)-specific mechanics
- Focus on job system — it's this build's primary system
- Prioritize Hero's Bat as your first major upgrade
- See our full Hero (Ichiban) build guide for the optimal gear progression
Dragon of Dojima (Kiryu)
Kiryu's exclusive Job channeling his legendary fighting style. Tiger Drop counter deals massive damage to attacking enemies. Heat actions trigger devastating cinematic finishers. The highest single-target physical damage Job in the game.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | S |
| Playstyle | Counter-fighting legend who waits for enemy attacks then punishes with Tiger Drop. |
| Best Equipment | Dragon's Fists |
| Stat Priority | Attack > HP > Defense > Agility |
| Core Gear | Dragon Fists, Heat gauge accessories, counter-focused gear |
| Key Mechanic | Sujimon battles |
Strengths
- Most versatile — adapts to any situation
- Counter-fighting legend who waits for enemy attacks then punishes with Tiger Drop.
- Pairs well with Dragon's Fists
Weaknesses
- Lower peak damage than S-tier options
- Needs specific gear to reach full potential
Recommended Progression
- Start in Honolulu Hawaii to learn Dragon of Dojima (Kiryu)-specific mechanics
- Focus on Sujimon battles — it's this build's primary system
- Prioritize Dragon's Fists as your first major upgrade
- See our full Dragon of Dojima (Kiryu) build guide for the optimal gear progression
Desperado
A dual-wielding gunner Job available to both protagonists' parties. Excels at ranged damage and can hit multiple enemies with spread shots. Wild Pitch skill deals massive damage to a single target at the cost of high MP.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Ranged DPS who stays back and picks off enemies with gun skills. |
| Best Equipment | Desperado's Dual Guns |
| Stat Priority | Agility > Attack > MP > Luck |
| Core Gear | Upgraded Dual Guns, Agility accessories, critical hit gear |
| Key Mechanic | Dondoko Island |
Strengths
- Best survivability for learning hard content
- Ranged DPS who stays back and picks off enemies with gun skills.
- Pairs well with Desperado's Dual Guns
Weaknesses
- Slower progression speed
- Needs specific gear to reach full potential
Recommended Progression
- Start in Honolulu Hawaii to learn Desperado-specific mechanics
- Focus on Dondoko Island — it's this build's primary system
- Prioritize Desperado's Dual Guns as your first major upgrade
- See our full Desperado build guide for the optimal gear progression
Samurai
A melee Job with high single-target damage through katana skills. Cherry Blossom Storm hits all enemies in an area. Pairs well with the Warrior-tree Job skills for a complete physical damage build. Excellent for boss fights.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Melee damage dealer who cuts down single targets and sweeps groups with katana techniques. |
| Best Equipment | Samurai Katana |
| Stat Priority | Attack > Agility > HP > Defense |
| Core Gear | Upgraded Samurai Katana, Attack accessories, critical damage gear |
| Key Mechanic | bond stories |
Strengths
- Excellent in group and cooperative content
- Melee damage dealer who cuts down single targets and sweeps groups with katana techniques.
- Pairs well with Samurai Katana
Weaknesses
- Less effective solo
- Requires deep game knowledge to use effectively
Recommended Progression
- Start in Honolulu Hawaii to learn Samurai-specific mechanics
- Focus on bond stories — it's this build's primary system
- Prioritize Samurai Katana as your first major upgrade
- See our full Samurai build guide for the optimal gear progression
Geodancer
A unique support/DPS hybrid Job using dance-based attacks. Fan Dance applies debuffs to all enemies while Passion dance buffs all allies. The best support Job in the game due to party-wide buff/debuff capabilities.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | S |
| Playstyle | Support dancer who buffs the party, debuffs enemies, and contributes magic AoE damage. |
| Best Equipment | Geodancer's Fans |
| Stat Priority | Magic > Agility > MP > HP |
| Core Gear | Upgraded Fans, MP accessories, speed gear |
| Key Mechanic | tag-team combat |
Strengths
- Highest skill ceiling with unique mechanics
- Support dancer who buffs the party, debuffs enemies, and contributes magic AoE damage.
- Pairs well with Geodancer's Fans
Weaknesses
- Steep learning curve, punishing mistakes
- Requires deep game knowledge to use effectively
Recommended Progression
- Start in Honolulu Hawaii to learn Geodancer-specific mechanics
- Focus on tag-team combat — it's this build's primary system
- Prioritize Geodancer's Fans as your first major upgrade
- See our full Geodancer build guide for the optimal gear progression
Which Build Should You Pick?
For Beginners
Dragon of Dojima (Kiryu) is the clear winner. It's forgiving, teaches core mechanics, and remains competitive into endgame. Follow our beginner's guide for the best first-session experience.
For Maximum Performance
Hero (Ichiban) is the top pick once you understand the game's mechanics. Pair it with Hero's Bat for the strongest overall setup.
For a Challenge
Geodancer offers the highest skill ceiling. It's punishing when misplayed but incredibly rewarding when mastered. Only recommended after you've completed the game with another build.
For Group Play
Samurai shines in cooperative content with utility and team support capabilities.
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