Shakedown: Hawaii is an action-adventure game available on the Nintendo Switch, where players navigate a vibrant 16-bit open world through the eyes of three protagonists. The game combines business strategy with action elements, allowing players to build a "legitimate" corporation by completing missions, acquiring businesses, and sabotaging competitors. Players can also engage in activities like "re-zoning" land and shaking down local shops for protection money.

The expansive island offers diverse gameplay experiences, including exploration on foot, by car, or by boat. Players can participate in arcade challenges, side quests, and interact with civilians while uncovering secrets. The narrative follows an aging CEO who must adapt to modern business practices to save his company from decline, presenting a satirical take on the challenges of contemporary entrepreneurship.