Ghost of Yotei Announced with Female Protagonist Amid Criticism
The sequel to Ghost of Tsushima introduces Atsu, a new samurai warrior in 17th century Japan, facing backlash over gender biases.
- Ghost of Yotei, set 300 years after Ghost of Tsushima, will feature a new female protagonist named Atsu.
- The game, revealed at PlayStation's State of Play, is set to release in 2025 with a new Hokkaido setting.
- Criticism has emerged due to Atsu's gender, echoing past unfounded backlash seen in other game releases.
- Former PlayStation Executive Shawn Layden and Sucker Punch Productions have defended the game against baseless critiques.
- New gameplay features include less repetitive open-world mechanics, dual-wielding katanas, and the introduction of firearms.
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