Ghost of Yotei, the sequel to Ghost of Tsushima, introduced for PS5 – WGB

In a beautiful new trailer at Sony’s State of Play, the long-awaited sequel to Ghost of Tsushima was lastly introduced for PS5. Sadly, we didn’t get a particular launch date – only a obscure launch window of 2025.

Going down round Mount Yotei in 1603, Ghost of Yotei contains a new feminine protagonist named Atso and hints at gamers having a wolf companion. That is hinted at additional in Sucker Punch’s official weblog submit on PlayStation Weblog after they focus on Atsu’s journey and  “the individuals (and animals) she’ll meet alongside the best way.”

“To create one thing recent however acquainted, we appeared past Jin Sakai’s story and the island of Tsushima, and shifted our focus to the thought of the Ghost as an alternative.” says Andrew Goldfar, Communications Supervisor of Sucker Punch. “At Sucker Punch we love origin tales, and we wished to discover what it may imply to have a brand new hero sporting a Ghost masks, and uncovering a brand new legend. This led us to Ghost of Yōtei: a brand new protagonist, a brand new story to unfold, and a brand new area of Japan to discover. “

Mount Yotei sits on the coronary heart of Ezo, a bit of Japan often called Hokkaido in current day.

“In 1603, this space was exterior the rule of Japan, and crammed with sprawling grasslands, snowy tundras, and sudden risks. It’s a far cry from the organized samurai clans who lived in Tsushima, and it’s the setting for an authentic story we are able to’t wait to inform.” mentioned Goldfarb.

“That is additionally Sucker Punch’s first recreation constructed from the bottom up for PlayStation 5, and we’re excited to construct on the visible basis we established in Ghost of Tsushima by making the world really feel much more actual. We now have large sightlines that allow you to look far throughout the surroundings, complete new skies that includes twinkling stars and auroras, much more plausible motion from wind on grass and vegetation, and extra enhancements we’ll share sooner or later. Our new setting additionally offers us the chance to introduce new mechanics, gameplay enhancements, and even new weapons. “