New gameplay of Sucker Punch Productions’ Ghost of Yōtei is obtainable courtesy of PlayStation on Twitter (which has been eliminated however can nonetheless be seen right here). Whereas there’s loads of hacking, slashing, grappling and spear-chucking, the true star is the kusarigama, one of many many weapons utilized by Atsu. Test it out beneath.
The kusarigama, which includes a sickle and weighted fundo connected by a sequence, is nice for executing enemies at a distance, as you pull them shut for a fast neck slice. One method additionally sees Atsu rolling by a downed enemy, slicing them in a single fluid movement. All of this pales subsequent to the flexibility to ignite the blade.
Just like Ghost of Tsushima’s Means of the Flame, the flaming edge will burn enemies, dealing harm over time. Mixed with the kusarigama’s vary, you’ll be able to take out total teams in a single fell swoop. It’s additionally preferrred for burning picket shields, breaching their defenses.
Ghost of Yōtei launches on October 2nd for PS5. Different weapons embrace the katana, odachi, yari, and twin swords. Swapping weapons to cope with particular foes is inspired, however Sucker Punch fortunately received’t drive you. Head right here for extra particulars.
