Our Like a Dragon expert, Alex, dove deep into Infinite Wealth and spent days exploring its dating app, "Miss Match." He's here to share insights on unlocking and using it effectively.
Everything about the "Miss Match" app (TLDR):
To get started with Miss Match, you need to find Machiko in Hawaii, a tropical paradise accessible after completing Chapter 2. She's in a quaint park on Seaside Avenue, southeast from where you start. Look for the "Cream & Berry" Pancake House northwest of the park. We've pinpointed her location in the screenshot below.
Approaching from the north, you might trigger a cutscene with Machiko, the purple-haired app developer, near the dolphin statue at the park's north entrance. If not, get closer to the statue, regardless of your entry point.
Engaging with Machiko kicks off a side quest introducing the dating app mechanics. Unlike typical series expectations, you'll need to visit Machiko at the "Cream & Berry" Pancake House near the park each time you want to use Miss Match.
"Miss Match" isn't just for eye candy; it's designed to enhance Ichiban's personality traits like style, confidence, and passion. Here's how it works:
Depending on what Ichiban's profile conveys, it either alters the percentage match with other members, or certain candidates (Miss Match exclusively features women) may remain entirely hidden.
Furthermore, the developers at Ryu ga Gotoku Studio have emphasized realism to the extent that not every member represents a real person. Thus, you might encounter some unexpected surprises throughout your dating journey.
We've also recorded a video showcasing the dating mechanics of Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth in action. You can check it out below. The Miss Match app appears starting at the 50:35 timestamp.
"Miss Match" offers two premium plans, affecting which of the ten members you'll see as matches. Some prefer not just any member but those willing to pay for premium status. The plans are:
Points, vital for app functionality, can be purchased with in-game currency (US dollars) in the app's subscription menu:
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The essence of the dating app revolves around chatting with women seeking connections, which isn't done through freeform text entries. Instead, you respond to typically six chat questions from a lady with one of three predetermined reactions, ranging from casual to scholarly expressions.
Generally, it's wise to carefully read and remember the profile of the lady you're about to chat with. A personal meeting results only if you consistently say what your chat partner is likely to want to hear. If she's into musicians, tell her you're in a band—and make sure your profile reflects that. Prefers serious folks? Pretend to be a straight-laced individual.
Answering isn't always straightforward due to Quicktime Events requiring specific button sequences in limited time. The difficulty varies with the membership level of the woman you're chatting with. Incorrect inputs decrease her affection, while successful ones increase it.
Reaching a "camera milestone" rewards you with a "hot photo," and crossing the heart symbol on the affection meter by the conversation's end secures your date. Failure to impress allows for chat retries, provided you can afford it.
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Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth is available from January 25, 2023, for PC (Steam), Playstation 5/4, Xbox Series X/S, and Xbox One. Priced at 70 Euros on all platforms, Sega’s action RPG also offers a total of 19 DLCs, including cosmetic items and others that provide minor in-game advantages.