Sucker Punch Productions developed video game game will be released for PlayStation 5 on October 2, 2025
A fire consumes a huge tree just at the opening of Ghost of yōtei (2025), new game from Sucker Punch Productions. In the midst of the flames, we see the little ATSUin shock, crying before the murdered family. Then the responsible arise: a group of men – most masked – known as Six from Yōteiled by Saito. Somehow, ATSU survives and, from there, abandons humanity itself to become almost a Onryōvengeful spirit of Japanese folklore.
Before you ask, “I need to play Ghost of Tsushima (2020) Before Ghost of Yōtei? ”, I answer you no. The new title takes place 300 years after the first, with unpublished and mechanical characters of reintroduced gameplay.
The revenge of ATSUguiding wire of the narrative published by Sony Interactive EntertainmentIt is not exactly original-after all, it is a recurring theme in games, movies, series and books. What makes Ghost of yōtei Special is the universe that builds in Ezo, northern Japan, where the protagonist returns 16 years after the tragedy.
Now adult, ATSU It is cold and without purpose beyond revenge. This dark tone contrasts with Ezo’s vibrant landscapes and varied climates, which make the experience fascinating: flowery fields with wild horsepower, intense northern northern pills of the map, and an engaging soundtrack that enhances immersion.
During my first 20 hours of play, the gameplay never looked tiring. There has always been something happening on the way between one point and another: NPCs attacks (acronym for non -playable characters), hidden enemy camps, help requests, merchants offering goods or even a match (and a tutorial) of the traditional Zeni Hajiki game.
The open world is indeed rich, even with vast areas without many civilizations. There are also flashbacks in the house of ATSUwhere we return to childhood to learn new mechanics and find out more about the protagonist’s past.
Yōtei’s problems
With environments and cutscenes at the point, Ghost of yōtei It cannot have the same impact on other visual and technical aspects, such as facial expressions on secondary and NPCs dialogues. However, I make an exception: in the beautiful and cinematic cutscenes, which honor masters like Akira Kurosawa, Takashi Miike and Shinichirō WatanabeThe developers were able to accurately portray the reactions and emotions of the characters, including dirt on the body, tears, blood and very detailed bruises.
Another weak point is the limited variety of enemies and weapons. Even if the missions offer “mini tutorials” to face each member of the Six from YōteiWhen the time comes to face the bosses, the surprise has already been lost: you know what to expect and how to react.
Customization and Progression of ATSU
There is a wide variety of customization for ATSUwhich ranges from elmos (bandanas, bands, hats, helmets) and masks to armor – which can be improved and have the color altered – as well as shamisen and even the saddle of your horse. Each has a different attribute, which can help you in specific situations such as cold, stealthy fighting, arc and arrow aim, scams following some weapon, etc.
Despite the low variety of enemies and repetitions in battles preceding the bosses, you are acquiring and dominating other weapons for the protagonist to use. With them, it is possible to think of different combat strategies and get around Katanas, kusaurimas, spears and shields – and it’s very fun.
It is worth it?
As well as its predecessor, Ghost of yōtei Promises long life with the support of the main campaign and an online mode that will be added (free of charge) later. It fulfills the role of presenting Ezo’s beauties and misfortunes, combining an aesthetically stunning open world with solid gameplay – though not revolutionary.
The official launch is scheduled for October 2, 2025, exclusively for PlayStation 5. There is no forecast of arrival at other platforms.
*Gameplay performed on a PlayStation 5 Slim.
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