Question 1

Do I need to play Ghost of Tsushima before playing Ghost of Yōtei?

Accepted Answer

No. The manufacturer describes Ghost of Yōtei as a standalone experience set 300 years after Ghost of Tsushima, and one reviewer who had not played the previous game said it was fairly easy to follow the story and get into the game.

Question 2

What is the game's story about?

Accepted Answer

It follows Atsu, a haunted lone mercenary in 1600s rural Japan who travels across Ezo hunting the gang of six outlaws who killed her family sixteen years earlier, and along the way finds unlikely allies and greater bonds than she imagined.

Question 3

How are the graphics on PS5?

Accepted Answer

Reviewers consistently praise the visuals, calling the game stunning and one of the best-looking games on PS5, with beautiful scenes and an immersive world.

Question 4

What is the combat like?

Accepted Answer

Reviewers describe the combat as smooth, satisfying, and fun, with one noting it is genuinely challenging at higher difficulty levels; the listing adds that you can train with various sensei and choose between weapons such as dual katanas, odachi, and kusarigama.

Question 5

Is the game open world and is there much to explore?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The listing says you explore the wild lands around Mount Yotei on foot or horseback through grasslands, snowy ridges, and fields of wildflowers, and reviewers mention enjoying exploring every area of the beautiful open world.

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