A new sequel to PlayStation’s “Ghost of Tsushima,” developed by Sucker Punch Productions, has been announced. Titled “Ghost of Yōtei,” this game is slated for release in 2025 and will introduce a fresh protagonist named Atsu, along with a completely new narrative.
The original “Ghost of Tsushima,” released in 2020, is an action-adventure title that follows Jin Sakai, a samurai tasked with defending Tsushima Island during the initial Mongol invasion of Japan. Players are faced with moral choices, balancing the warrior code of honor against the necessity of employing more pragmatic and potentially dishonorable tactics to minimize casualties among the people.
In October 2020, “Ghost of Tsushima: Legends,” a multiplayer variant of the game, was introduced, followed by its release as a standalone product in September 2021.
Andrew Goldfarb, the communications manager for Sucker Punch Productions, commented on the development of the new “Ghost” installment, stating that the team aimed to retain the essential elements that made “Ghost of Tsushima” successful: playing as a wandering warrior in Feudal Japan, providing players with the freedom to explore, and appreciating the beauty of the world. However, they also sought to innovate by stepping away from Jin Sakai’s narrative and focusing on the concept of the “Ghost” itself. This led to exploring the origin of a new hero who would wear the Ghost mask and forge a new legend.
According to Sucker Punch, Atsu’s adventure is set in 1603, more than three centuries after the events of “Ghost of Tsushima.” The game takes place around Mount Yōtei, a significant peak in the Ezo region, now known as Hokkaido. During 1603, this area was not under Japanese control and featured vast grasslands, snowy tundras, and various dangers, contrasting sharply with the organized samurai clans present in Tsushima. This is the backdrop for an original tale that the developers are eager to share.
The announcement was made during PlayStation’s State of Play presentation, which also featured several other game reveals, including the Nov. 14 release of “Lego Horizon Adventures,” Keanu Reeves voicing Shadow in the upcoming “Sonic X Shadow Generations” movie pack, and new expansions for other titles like “Astro Bot.” This event followed the unveiling of PlayStation’s next console, the PS5 Pro, set to launch in November.