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Sucker Punch Details Ghost of Yotei's Non-Linear Campaign and Ainu Cultural Integration

The PS5-exclusive sequel, set for October 2, 2025, release, introduces the largest map in the studio's history and a revenge-driven narrative centered on protagonist Atsu.

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Overview

  • Ghost of Yotei will launch exclusively on PS5 on October 2, 2025, with a collector’s edition featuring a replica of Atsu’s Ghost mask.
  • The game’s non-linear campaign allows players to pursue the Yotei Six in any order, with Atsu’s sash visually tracking her targets.
  • Sucker Punch conducted extensive research, including collaboration with Ainu cultural advisors and on-site visits to Hokkaido, to ensure cultural authenticity.
  • The sequel boasts the largest and most freedom-rich open-world map in Sucker Punch’s history, inspired by Hokkaido’s diverse landscapes.
  • New close-combat weaponry and influences from Japanese cinema and Western dramas enhance the game’s cinematic and gameplay experience.