Ghost of Yōtei offers players the opportunity to craft their own samurai film-inspired adventure through customizable visual and audio filters, delivering an immersive cinematic journey. Discover how this sequel enhances its predecessor's acclaimed visual presentation.
Ghost of Yōtei Channels Classic Samurai Cinema
Authentic Japanese Cinematic Options
Building upon Ghost of Tsushima's success, Ghost of Yōtei introduces enhanced visual customization options to recreate the atmosphere of classic samurai films. Revealed during the July 10th State of Play, these immersive modes transform both visual and auditory elements throughout gameplay.
Sucker Punch Productions' Creative Directors Jason Connell and Nate Fox shared their vision: "We designed Ghost of Yōtei to feel like stepping into a living, breathing samurai epic." Players can select from multiple presentation options, including standard English dialogue, subtitled English, or fully Japanese voice acting with subtitles for complete authenticity.
The development team has once again collaborated with the estate of legendary filmmaker Akira Kurosawa to bring back the acclaimed Kurosawa Mode. This feature recreates the iconic director's signature black-and-white aesthetic with authentic film grain, specialized audio filters, and enhanced environmental effects.
Ghost of Yōtei expands the cinematic experience with two new director-inspired modes. Miike Mode, developed in collaboration with Takashi Miike (13 Assassins), delivers intense, close-quarter combat with dynamic blood effects. Watanabe Mode, created with Samurai Champloo director Shinichirō Watanabe, infuses the adventure with a distinctive lo-fi musical atmosphere.
The popular Photo Mode returns with expanded customization, allowing players to adjust everything from lighting conditions to atmospheric particles. This powerful tool offers creative control over color grading, weather effects, character expressions, and environmental details to capture the perfect samurai moment.
With these comprehensive visual and audio enhancements, Ghost of Yōtei promises to deliver an even more immersive experience for both new adventurers and series veterans.
Ghost of Yōtei launches exclusively for PlayStation 5 on October 2, 2025. For the latest updates on this samurai epic, explore our additional coverage below.
