Overview

• Critics frame the PS5-exclusive as a darker, more personal spiritual successor to Ghost of Tsushima centered on Atsu’s hunt for the Yōtei Six in early‑1600s Ezo.
• Combat builds on Tsushima’s foundation with deliberate, parry-driven duels and an expanded arsenal that includes dual katanas, a yari, an ōdachi, a kusarigama, and the bow.
• Reviewers praise striking visuals and cinematic presentation that leverage PS5 hardware to deliver detailed environments, sweeping vistas, and fluid performance.
• Exploration emphasizes environmental cues such as wind direction, wildlife hints, and shrines rather than relying on a traditional map.
• Post-launch feedback notes minor friction in handling and UI, including clumsy weapon switching during large group encounters.