Sucker Punch lastly offered an intensive look into Ghost of Yōtei, its long-awaited sequel to Ghost of Tsushima, in a brand new State of Play. The story takes place in Ezo, the place Atsu returns after 16 years to hunt the Yōtei Six and avenge her household.
All through the expertise, gamers can expertise her recollections with a single button press and be taught extra about her journey. The hunt takes gamers throughout the sting of Japan, and co-director Jason Connell guarantees essentially the most participant freedom but for a Sucker Punch sport. You’ll be able to set about participating in fight, exploring the land or experiencing the story, however you’ll uncover clues that facilitate completely different targets alongside the best way.
When you interrogate somebody and select the Oni card, it might result in an space rife with enemies. Nevertheless, choosing the Kitsune card will lead elsewhere with distinctive upgrades (and potential ambushes). Atsu turns into somewhat notorious within the area, attracting lethal foes, however she will be able to additionally pursue bounties and earn cash. Whereas exploring the land and following Golden Birds, you’ll uncover Altars of Reflection that unlock new skills.
In fact, you even have a Spyglass to mark areas to discover (although cartographers additionally promote Traveler’s Maps to unlock a portion of the panorama). Whereas racing by way of the panorama, hitting flower streams can present a pace enhance. Different notable actions embrace the return of Bamboo Strikes to extend Focus, sketching the panorama, and sizzling springs (which ought to improve max well being).
Ghost of Yōtei launches on October 2nd for PS5, retailing for $69.99. Try the Collector’s Version right here, which incorporates The Snake’s armor set, a customized horse and saddle, a gold Sword Equipment and bodily objects.
