Ghost of Yotei does exactly what you want a sequel to do: give you more of what made the original great, while expanding upon the story and gameplay in an interesting way. Sucker Punch Productions built on the foundation laid by Ghost of Tsushima to craft one of the best action-adventure games of 2025.
While there are connections to the previous game, Ghost of Yotei is a standalone experience that follows Atsu, a young woman on a quest to avenge the killing of her family at the hands of a group known as the Yotei Six. It’s a classic samurai story that takes notes from iconic Akira Kurosawa films like *Seven Samurai* and *Rashomon*.
The story is anchored by an incredible performance from Erika Ishii, who delivers some of their best work in Sucker Punch’s latest game. From a gameplay perspective, Ghost of Yotei features one of the most immersive worlds gaming has seen in years. Sucker Punch masterfully uses the environment to guide players toward objectives, making exploration feel natural and organic.
Combat is a beautiful dance of anticipating your opponent’s attack and having the patience to strike when the moment presents itself. Every boss fight feels as cinematic as anything we played this year, creating memorable and intense encounters.
With the conversation around exclusivity continuing to evolve in 2025, Ghost of Yotei remains a premium experience exclusive to the PS5. It’s a game built from the ground up to take advantage of Sony’s console in a way that elevates both story and gameplay.
If you own a PlayStation 5, you owe it to yourself to see what Ghost of Yotei has in store.
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