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Sucker Punch Details Efforts to Ensure Cultural Authenticity in 'Ghost of Yotei'

The studio has conducted extensive field research in Hokkaido and engaged cultural advisors to respectfully depict feudal Japan in its upcoming game, set for late 2025.

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Overview

  • Sucker Punch has completed multiple research trips to Hokkaido, Japan, to capture the region's landscapes, ethos, and cultural significance for 'Ghost of Yotei.'
  • The team worked closely with cultural advisors, including Ainu representatives, to address gaps in their understanding of Japanese culture and ensure respectful representation.
  • 'Ghost of Yotei' is set around Mount Yotei in Hokkaido, centuries after the events of 'Ghost of Tsushima,' and features a revenge-driven narrative centered on a warrior named Atsu.
  • Developers drew inspiration from firsthand experiences, such as local interactions and exploring Hokkaido's natural beauty, to authentically recreate the setting and its atmosphere.
  • The game is slated for a late 2025 release, with Sucker Punch emphasizing its commitment to cultural sensitivity and authenticity, building on the success of 'Ghost of Tsushima.'