Ghost of Yōtei PS5 Launch October 2, 2025 Announced

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Sucker Punch's Ghost of Yōtei hits PS5 exclusively on October 2, 2025, continuing the legacy of its blockbuster samurai franchise.

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New protagonist Atsu hunts down the "Yōtei Six" who murdered her family, transforming from heartbroken victim to feared avenger in feudal Hokkaido.

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Set in 1603 Ezo (modern Hokkaido), the game takes place 300 years after Ghost of Tsushima in a wilder, more rugged Japanese frontier.

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This is the most open game we've ever made," says Co-Director Nate Fox, promising players can explore diverse landscapes from grasslands to snowy tundras

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As Atsu's reputation grows, locals begin to fear her as an "onryō" – a vengeful ghost from Japanese folklore that cannot be stopped.

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Players can set up campfires anywhere in the expansive open world, with the freedom to choose which of the Six to hunt first

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The $249.99 Collector's Edition includes Atsu's mask replica, a sash with enemy names, katana tsuba, and playable Zeni Hajiki coin game.

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Pre-orders start May 2 with three editions available, including the $79.99 Digital Deluxe with exclusive armor, horse customizations and early unlocks.

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The original Ghost of Tsushima sold 2.4 million copies in three days, spawning both film and anime adaptations alongside this highly anticipated sequel

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