This samurai adventure shows hidden Japan

Anyone longing for an authentic samurai adventure that redefines the bar for open-world action-adventures should pay close attention now. Because it wasn’t until the end of 2025 that a hit catapulted you into feudal Japan in the 17th century and showed you a side of the country, the north, that you had rarely seen before.

Experience a samurai story like no other

Travel to unknown Japan

It’s about Ghost of Yotei. As the lone warrior Atsu, you roam Japan on a personal quest for revenge that turns into… profound journey of self-discovery developed. The plot unfolds sixteen years after a traumatic event: Atsu’s family was brutally murdered by six outlaws. Now the mercenary, tormented by her past, sets out to bring these criminals to justice.

But what begins as a simple act of retaliation turns into one multi-layered narrative about friendship, healing and redemption. On her journey through the unexplored Ezo, Atsu meets unexpected allies and forges relationships that fundamentally change her world view.

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The action-adventure shines in terms of play an expanded combat systemwhich goes well beyond classic katana duels. You will master a diverse arsenal of weapons, including the spectacular double katanas, the powerful Odachi and the deadly Kusarigama.

Different sensei teach you new techniques as you learn skills like unblockable blows and skillfully disarming enemies. The dynamic battle sequences challenge you tactical skill and reward precise timing.

The open game world around the majestic Mount Yōtei presents itself as visual masterpiece. Explore snow-covered mountain peaks, endless grassy plains and picturesque wildflower fields on foot or horseback.

The environment is not just a backdrop, but integral part of the gaming experience. You interact with locals, discover hidden statues to unlock new abilities, and delve deeper into Japanese culture through side quests. Relaxing moments in an onsen, visits to prayer shrines or learning sumi-e painting offer a welcome change from the intense action.

Technically, Ghost of Yōtei makes optimal use of the PlayStation 5. The haptic feedback of the DualSense controller lets you feel every sword strike, while the adaptive triggers provide additional immersion when drawing the bow or using the grappling hook.

The Tempest 3D-AudioTech creates lifelike soundscapeswhich will completely immerse you in 17th century Japan. Thanks to the ultra-high-speed SSD, long loading times are a thing of the past – you can jump seamlessly between the breathtaking locations.

Especially fans of Story-driven open-world games get your money’s worth here. The mix of emotional narrative, challenging combat system and cultural authenticity makes Ghost of Yōtei a must-have for anyone looking for more than just superficial action. Lovers of Japanese history and mythology will also be thrilled by the detailed depiction of feudal Japan.

On a quest for revenge in ancient Japan

Only a few months old, already on strong offer!

You can currently play the game for just over €57 instead of the RRP of 79.99 euros – that corresponds to a discount of a whopping 28 percent. You can find out in the test what kind of exciting adventure you get in return:

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