After years of development, Sucker Punch's latest title, high-profile PlayStation 4 exclusive before the launch of the next-generation PlayStation 5 console later this year.
Set during the first Mongol invasion of Japan, Ghost of Tsushima follows Jin Sakai, a fallen samurai on a quest to avenge his lost clan as he resorts to dishonorable tactics in order to turn the tide of the war. The game aims to distinguish itself with a highly diegetic interface an an immersive open world that makes minimal use of traditional waypoints and other conventions of the genre.
Nearly three years after the announcement of Ghost of Tsushima, Sucker Punch's DLC add-ons. Speaking of which, no DLC has been announced for Ghost of Tsushima, but time will tell regarding Sucker Punch's plans for the title after its July 17 release date.
Ghost of Tsushima is a historical epic combining the real-life history of 13th century Japan with gameplay that prides itself on authenticity to the samurai experience. The game features high-pressure swordfighting duels and multiple stances for nuanced combat, and even a black and white option to evoke the look of the classic films of Akira Kurosawa. It also shows off the power of the PlayStation 4 system with its gigantic open world that nonetheless features an astounding attention to every detail of the visual package.
The PlayStation 4 has seen a slew of high-profile exclusive games since its 2013 launch, from launch titles like Knack and God of War. As the system nears the end of its lifespan, it leaves behind a legacy of great first-party exclusives. Ghost of Tsushima aims to be the final major first-party release in the PlayStation 4's oeuvre. Audiences will have the chance to discover if the title lives up to the hype when Ghost of Tsushima releases on July 17.
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