Overview

• Ghost of Yōtei releases exclusively on PlayStation 5 on October 2, with preloads available and access expected to unlock at midnight on launch day; a PC version is unconfirmed, with some outlets only speculating it could arrive years later.
• Critical reception is strong heading into launch, with a Metacritic score of 87 and an OpenCritic score of 89 with a 96% recommendation rate.
• Sucker Punch studio head Brian Fleming says the series will remain rooted in Japan with a katana-wielding lead, describing that identity as the core of future entries rather than shifting to settings like feudal Europe.
• The new entry is set in 1603 Ezo with protagonist Atsu and emphasizes open-world, katana-driven combat that adds mechanics like disarming foes and using their weapons.
• The rollout has included prominent marketing beats such as a bespoke Famitsu cover, alongside scrutiny of the studio after the reported firing of artist Drew Harrison following a social-media post.