"Ghost of Yōtei PS5 Release Date Announced"

The much-anticipated sequel to Ghost of Tsushima, titled Ghost of Yōtei, has finally announced its release date, set for October 2, 2025. Alongside this exciting news, a captivating new trailer titled "The Onryō’s List" was released on April 23, giving fans a glimpse into the game's story and gameplay.

Ghost of Yōtei New Trailer

Coming on October 2, 2025

PlayStation and Sucker Punch Productions have unveiled the release date for Ghost of Yōtei, the standalone sequel to the acclaimed Ghost of Tsushima. Set 300 years after the original game, Ghost of Yōtei follows the journey of Atsu in Ezo (present-day Hokkaido), as she seeks vengeance against the notorious Yōtei Six. This group, consisting of The Snake, The Oni, The Kitsune, The Spider, The Dragon, and Lord Saito, is responsible for the murder of her family and leaving her for dead. Atsu's mission is to hunt each member down one by one.

The game promises to build on the success of its predecessor with new weapons, mechanics, and features. The developers are excited to offer players an evolved open-world experience with greater freedom and variety.

Hunt Down The Yōtei Six Your Way

One of the standout features of Ghost of Yōtei is the ability for players to choose the order in which they pursue the Yōtei Six, allowing for a personalized path of revenge. Sucker Punch detailed this and more on PlayStation.blog on April 23, emphasizing Atsu’s journey and the expansive new setting of Ezo.

In addition to the main storyline, players can track other dangerous targets, claim bounties, and learn new skills from weapon sensei. The game retains beloved features from Ghost of Tsushima, such as the "Guiding Wind," and introduces a new mechanic that lets players build campfires anywhere in the open world. The developers are focused on providing players with the freedom to explore and engage with the vast landscape of Ezo.

Pre-Orders, Digital Deluxe, and Collector’s Edition

Pre-orders for Ghost of Yōtei will open on May 2 at 10:00 AM ET. The standard edition, priced at $69.99, will be available both at retail and on the PlayStation Store. Pre-order bonuses for all editions include:

• Atsu + Yōtei Six Avatar Set
• In-Game Mask

The Digital Deluxe Edition, at $79.99, offers additional in-game bonuses such as:

• Digital Copy of the Full Game
• The Snake Armor
• Digital Deluxe Armor Dye
• Digital Deluxe Horse and Saddle
• Sword Kit
• Charm
• Traveler’s Map (Early Unlock)

For dedicated fans, the Collector’s Edition, priced at $249.99, includes everything from the pre-order and digital deluxe editions, along with exclusive physical items:

• Atsu’s Ghost Mask
• Atsu’s Sash - complete with all the names of the Yōtei Six
• Tsuba from Atsu’s Katana
• Zeni Hajiki Coin Game and Pouch
• Papercraft Ginkgo Tree
• Art Cards

While pre-orders won't be available until May 2, players can currently wishlist Ghost of Yōtei on the PlayStation Store. More details will be shared as the release date approaches.

Ghost of Yōtei will launch exclusively on PlayStation 5 on October 2, 2025. Stay tuned for further updates on this eagerly awaited title.