Ghost of Yōtei promises a rich story with expansive exploration

GAMING NEWS Rine Ikarus - Jul 22, 2025, 2:02 PM - 1 comments

Sucker Punch’s upcoming PS5 exclusive, Ghost of Yōtei, continues to shape up as one of the most anticipated releases of the year. The standalone sequel follows Atsu, a skilled ronin seeking revenge in the northern region of Hokkaido, and builds on the cinematic samurai formula established by Ghost of Tsushima—but with key refinements to gameplay and combat.

Sucker Punch Confirms Campaign Length, Echoing Ghost of Tsushima’s Ambition

While early previews have already highlighted major changes—such as the shift from stance-based combat to a more versatile five-weapon system, and a focus on organic exploration via a spyglass—fans have been curious about just how much content the game will offer. Now, thanks to a recent interview with creative director Jason Connell, we know the campaign will run approximately 25 hours, with full completion taking around 60 hours. That’s nearly identical in scale to Ghost of Tsushima, making it clear that Ghost of Yōtei won’t be short on content.

This new detail comes shortly after the community responded enthusiastically to the game's teaser, praising its refined exploration, combat freedom, and Kurosawa-inspired visual options. While some concerns linger around the game's narrative originality and trailer fidelity, the overall sentiment remains highly optimistic.

In addition to campaign length, Sucker Punch has announced two limited-time console bundles for Ghost of Yōtei, available in both PS5 Slim and PS5 Pro versions. Each features exclusive themed console covers and DualSense controllers. For those who already own a PS5, standalone black-and-gold console plates will also be available when the game launches on October 2.

With its blend of emotional storytelling, refined mechanics, and expansive world design, Ghost of Yōtei looks ready to deliver another standout PlayStation experience. Looking to secure your copy early or find the best value? Use our price comparison tool to get the best pre-order deal on Ghost of Yōtei ahead of its highly anticipated release.