Overview
- Sucker Punch released the sequel on October 2, with outlets such as GameSpot and Push Square awarding 9/10 and highlighting the story, visuals, and combat.
- Players control mercenary Atsu in early‑1600s Ezo on a personal hunt for the Yōtei Six led by Lord Saito.
- Major additions include expanded weapon options (dual katanas, yari, kusarigama, odachi), disarming mechanics, gear loadouts, wolf companions with their own skills, and a playable shamisen that can guide exploration.
- The main quest is more open‑ended, presenting multiple concurrent leads, while bounty boards, roaming ronin, and rising notoriety change how the world responds.
- Co‑founder Brian Fleming says the studio typically ships a major game about every five years, with a free Legends co‑op mode planned for 2026 and the next project still under consideration.