Kotaku, a popular video game news and review site, recently received an email tip that led them to an unexpected discovery. The tip, unlike most others they receive, simply pointed them towards a “breezy and cool” find – the fashion sense of the developers behind the Like A Dragon: Ishin! game. The developers, known as Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio (RGG), are responsible for the widely popular Yakuza series and have been developing new mainline entries and remastering old ones since 2012.

The email tip led Kotaku to a making-of video of Like A Dragon: Ishin!, which featured a staff promo photo of the RGG team. The photo showcases the developers’ impressive fashion sense, particularly their suits and boots. While the suits appear to be all black, the nuances lie in the details, with some jackets featuring interesting markings, patterns, and accenting lines. The boots, too, add to the developers’ collective “drip” – round pointed-toe, glossy-looking boots with no laces, reminiscent of The Matrix movie. The team’s fashion sense is a refreshing departure from the typical graphic-tee-and-blazer outfit combos commonly found in the gaming industry.

The Like A Dragon: Ishin! game, originally a 2014 Japan-only release, recently made its worldwide debut to critical acclaim. Staff writer Sisi Jiang called it “the best samurai game that you can play right now.” With both their killer fashion and impressive game development skills, the RGG team has certainly made a mark in the industry.

As Kotaku notes, the RGG team’s fashion sense is a reflection of Japanese fashion, which is known for its unique blend of casual and smart aesthetics, wild colors and patterns, and flowy silhouettes. The team’s fashion choices certainly add to their already impressive reputation in the gaming industry, which has been built on the success of the Yakuza series.

Beyond their fashion sense, the RGG team’s game development skills are also noteworthy. The Yakuza series, which has been developed and refined by the team since 2012, has garnered a dedicated following and critical acclaim for its immersive storytelling, complex characters, and engaging gameplay. Like A Dragon: Ishin! is the latest addition to the series and has been praised for its detailed world-building and authentic representation of feudal Japan.

It’s always refreshing to come across a tip that leads to something enjoyable and lighthearted, especially in a time where the world can often feel overwhelming. The RGG team’s fashion sense serves as a reminder that creativity and style can extend beyond the realm of video game development, and that taking pride in one’s appearance can be just as important as the work being produced. For those interested in checking out the RGG team’s latest creation, Like A Dragon: Ishin! is now available worldwide.