Infinite Wealth confirms that the Like a Dragon series knows how to write stories, and its profile points to an entry that holds up well against its predecessor, with a few nuances.

Narrative ranks ahead of 96% of games, desert island appeal ahead of 92%, immediate fun ahead of 89%, social experience ahead of 87%. It's a solid profile across everything tied to the pleasure of playing and the story. Where it's more modest is rediscoverability at 31%, suggesting the experience, while appreciated, doesn't generate the same desire to start over that other RPGs do. These scores should be read with caution, the matchup count is still limited.

Compared to Yakuza: Like a Dragon, Infinite Wealth scores higher on narrative but lower on gameplay and fun. The profile is different, not necessarily lesser.

If you enjoyed the first Ichiban entry and want an ambitious sequel with strong storytelling, you'll find what you're looking for. If you're new to the series, starting with Like a Dragon first will give you the context to fully appreciate what's at stake here.