Ghost of Yotei Watanabe and Miike Modes, Explained

Ghost of Yotei will include the Watanabe and Miike modes for players to enjoy the game in different ways. The two are through partnerships with two iconic Japanese film directors and their styles – Shinichiro Watanabe and Takashi Miike. With Ghost of Tsushima having deftly utilized the Kurosawa mode, the sequel is set to add these two other modes into the mix. So, what are these new modes, and how will they function in Ghost of Yotei? Let’s find out.

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Exploring Ghost of Yotei Watanabe and Miike Modes: Everything We Know So Far

In the State of Play Gameplay deep dive, Sucker Punch mentions that they wanted to celebrate two other influential directors who have had an impact on the genre. To that end, they teamed up with the aforementioned directors to make their specific modes.

Miike Mode

This mode puts the camera closer during combat for players to experience a much more intense experience of the fight. The developers also confirmed there will be an increased amount of mud and blood splatter in the Miike Mode in Ghost of Yotei.

Watanabe Mode

In contrast to the Miike Mode, the Watanabe Mode adds original lo-fi tracks during exploration and combat. These beats are directed by Watanabe himself. Given the picturesque and vivid setting of Ghost of Yotei, the Watanabe Mode will surely add a different and unique dimension to the gameplay.

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That’s all we know for now about the two modes. For those wondering, the Kurosawa Mode is returning with Ghost of Yotei, meaning you will be able to experience the proceedings in a similar hue and style to the legendary director’s films. It is likely that the success of this cinematic mode in Ghost of Tsushima propelled Sucker Punch to introduce other such modes for players to tinker around with. Whether they will be similarly successful remains to be seen.

Ghost of Yotei releases on the PlayStation 5 on October 2, 2025. The State of Play Gameplay Deepdive also announced exclusive limited-edition controllers and PS5 consoles designed for fans.

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