Side quests, known as substories in the Like a Dragon franchise, return in Infinite Wealth to offer players hilarious distractions, touching narratives, and valuable gameplay rewards. Navigating the expansive maps of Honolulu and Yokohama means players will encounter dozens of unique side stories featuring eccentric characters. Understanding how to unlock these substories ensures you will not miss out on essential companions, powerful Sujimon, or unique gear.
How to Trigger Substories Across Hawaii and Yokohama
Substories in Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth unlock as you progress through the main story chapters, particularly once Ichiban Kasuga arrives in Hawaii. Many substories automatically trigger as blue chat icons on your map when walking past specific locations or landmarks. Paying attention to these markers allows you to take on new tasks as soon as they become available.
Some side quests require specific conditions before they appear in your log. Raising Ichiban's Personality stats or Kiryu's Awakening attributes opens up specialized encounters that would otherwise remain hidden. Keeping up with daily gaming news often reveals hidden quest triggers discovered by the community as players explore every corner of the game world.
Key Mechanics and Unlocks Tied to Side Quests
Completing substories is not just for world-building, as many unlock major gameplay systems. Crucial features like the Poundmates summon service, the Sujimon League battle system, and Dondoko Island management are all introduced through mandatory or early-game substories. Skipping these side adventures means missing out on core features that make combat and exploration much easier.
Furthermore, completing individual substories frequently rewards players with rare weapons, valuable accessories, or unique job-specific items. Certain side quests also allow you to recruit unique allies to help manage your resort on Dondoko Island. Investing time in side content directly powers up your party for tough main-story boss fights.
Tips for Finding Missed Substories in the Endgame
If you reach the final chapters without completing every substory, there is no need to worry about missing content permanently. Infinite Wealth features a flexible post-game adventure mode that allows you to roam freely between Hawaii and Japan to finish any leftover content. You can switch between Kasuga and Kiryu to address character-specific substories at your own pace.
To clean up remaining side quests effectively, use the map filters to highlight unvisited talk spots and quest icons. Checking your in-game completion list helps track exactly which substories are still pending. Completing every side story grants special achievements and ensures you experience the full charm and humor the game has to offer.
