How To Upgrade Cannons in Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii

Naval combat is a cornerstone of *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii*, making the upgrade of the Goromaru's weapons, particularly its cannons, crucial for dominating the seas. Here's a comprehensive guide on enhancing your cannons to stay ahead in the game.

How to Upgrade Cannons in Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii

In Chapter 2 of *Pirate Yakuza*, you'll be introduced to the expansive hub worlds of Honolulu and Madlantis. These areas not only offer new adventures and characters but are essential for upgrading your ship and recruiting new crew members, pivotal for advancing the story and establishing the Goro Pirates' reputation. As you progress through the main questline, you'll encounter Julie, the mechanic who runs the GearWorks shop in Honolulu.

Julie is key to upgrading the Goromaru. After your initial meeting, you can return to her shop to enhance your ship's weapons, including the cannons. Upgrades require various materials, which you can gather by defeating enemies. Here's a breakdown of the materials you might need:

• Components
• Quality Components
• Superb Components
• Miscellaneous (animal parts, fruits, stones)

To upgrade your cannons, simply approach Julie, initiate a conversation, and select the cannon you wish to enhance. Once upgraded, you can navigate to the crew formation menu on your ship to equip the cannons on either side of the Goromaru. Here are the cannon types available for upgrade, along with their requirements:

Shark Cannon

The Shark Cannon inflicts elemental damage and boasts a faster reload time compared to other options. However, its damage output is lower, making it a less optimal choice for immediate upgrades. Consider saving your resources for more powerful cannons and perhaps acquiring this one later, especially if you aim to recruit Julie to your crew.

Egesta Cannon

The Egesta Cannon deals gradual damage to enemy ships, making it a strategic choice. Its ability to fire two rounds at a time compensates for its slower reload time, offering versatility in battle by allowing different damage types on each side of your ship.

Laser Cannon

The Laser Cannon is arguably the best weapon for your ship due to its devastating damage output. Despite its long reload time, it can obliterate weaker ships instantly and significantly damage boss ships. It's wise to conserve your components throughout the *Pirate Yakuza* storyline until this upgrade becomes available.

Super Laser Cannon

The Super Laser Cannon represents the pinnacle of cannon upgrades for the Goromaru. Requiring rare components, this upgrade is only accessible later in the game. Its distinguishing feature is its long-range capabilities, making it invaluable for tougher battles in the Pirate Coliseum and against the Devil Pirates.

This guide should equip you with all the necessary information to upgrade your cannons in *Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii*, ensuring your dominance on the high seas.

*Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*