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Sony Showcases Ghost of Yōtei Deep Dive, Director Modes and Limited-Edition PS5 Bundles

The presentation underlined Sucker Punch’s emphasis on player freedom through clue-based exploration and multiple cinematic director modes

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Overview

  • Sony’s 20-minute State of Play livestream unveiled Atsu’s full arsenal of weapons and a new rock-paper-scissors counter system replacing the original stance mechanics.
  • A clue-based exploration system and campsite mechanics reinforce Sucker Punch’s commitment to player freedom by allowing open-world progress at any pace.
  • Players can choose from three director-inspired presentation modes—Kurosawa, Miike and Watanabe—to tailor the game’s visual style and soundtrack.
  • Two limited-edition PS5 console bundles and matching DualSense controllers, inspired by kintsugi and Sumi-e art, will launch with the game alongside standalone console covers.
  • Pre-orders are now live for Ghost of Yōtei, which releases exclusively on PlayStation 5 on October 2, 2025.