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Find out if you need to play Ghost of Tsushima before Ghost of Yotei and learn the connection between the two Sucker Punch titles.
The Ghost of Yotei July 2025, State of Play unveiled numerous features and details about the upcoming title. It will release on October 2, 2025, on PS5. Ghost of Yotei is the spiritual successor of Sucker Punch Productions’ critically acclaimed Ghost of Tsushima. The sequel continues the legacy of ‘Ghost’ samurai in feudal Japan. With anticipation growing rapidly, many fans are wondering: Should you play Ghost of Tsushima before Ghost of Yotei?
The answer is no, you can enjoy Ghost of Yotei as a standalone title without diving into Ghost of Tsushima. However, playing Ghost of Tsushima can offer valuable insights about the gameplay and combat mechanics as well as the narrative style. Let’s explore the connection between Ghost of Yotei and Ghost of Tsushima.
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Ghost of Yotei Timeline and Plot, Explored
Ghost of Yotei follows the journey of Atsu, a new female protagonist. She seeks revenge against the Yotei Six—a renegade samurai faction. It includes the Snake, the Oni, the Kitsune, the Spider, the Dragon, and their leader, Lord Saitō. The story begins 16 years after Yotei Six slaughters Atsu’s family.
“Atsu’s journey takes place in 1603, more than 300 years after the events of Ghost of Tsushima. Our story 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.” — Sony Interactive Entertainment
Ghost of Yotei takes place in 1603, 300 years after the events of Ghost of Tsushima. This suggests both titles share the same universe. Although both Ghost of Tsushima and Ghost of Yotei belong to the same universe, they are not connected directly. The two titles also share themes like Ghost Samurai, wandering warriors, and feudal Japan.
Although not essential, playing Ghost of Tsushima can introduce the game’s theme as well as its core mechanics, making it easy to adapt to the upcoming title. Ghost of Tsushima takes place in 1274 and revolves around Jin Sakai, who sets out on a journey to liberate the island of Tsushima from the Mongols.
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