Sony and Sucker Punch Productions have just unveiled the release date for Ghost of Yōtei, the spiritual successor of Ghost of Tsushima. Pre-orders for the game are set to begin next week, on May 2 at 10:00 a.m. in your local time zone (10:00 a.m. ET for those in the United States).
The standard edition will be priced at $69.99 USD / £69.99 / €79.99 / ¥8,980, while the Digital Deluxe Edition will be priced at $79.99 / £79.99 / €89.99 / ¥9,980 MSRP. The Digital Deluxe Edition includes some in-game bonuses, including The Snake’s armor set, as well as an alternate dye for your starting armor. You’ll also receive a unique horse color and unique saddle dye, plus an in-game Charm, gold Sword Kit, and an early unlock of Traveler’s Maps, which allow you to find statues throughout the world to upgrade your skills.
About Ghost of Yōtei
Ghost of Yōtei is set in the lands surrounding Mount Yōtei, a towering peak in the heart of Ezo, an area of Japan known as Hokkaido in present day. In 1603, this area was outside the rule of Japan, and filled with sprawling grasslands, snowy tundras, and unexpected dangers. Compared to the original Ghost of Tsushima, this is a completely new story.
Sucker Punch commented on how they wanted to create “something fresh but familiar”, which led them to the idea of having a completely a new protagonist, a new story to unfold, and a new region of Japan to explore. They also commented on how the game is being built from the ground up for the PlayStation 5, taking advantage of its graphical power.
