Summary
- Restart Ghost of Tsushima in 2025 to prepare for Ghost of Yotei release.
- Enjoy enhanced graphics, unlocked frame rates, and new content on PC version.
- Relive Jin Sakai's journey with refined mechanics and rich storytelling.
Sucker Punch's Ghost of Tsushima is one of the biggest hits in recent memory, surprising players with a polished and breathtaking rendition of feudal Japan, alongside a captivating story, memorable characters, and engaging gameplay. Now, in 2025, Ghost of Tsushima is turning five years old, and yet it might still be worth restarting, as it has not only aged well, but it has a bright future ahead of it.
There are two compelling reasons for restarting Ghost of Tsushima in 2025. Firstly, the next entry in the franchise, Ghost of Yotei, is slated for a 2025 release, meaning jumping back into Ghost of Tsushima sooner rather than later would benefit anyone planning to dive into the next installment once it arrives. Secondly, with Ghost of Tsushima's PC port still not even being a year old, those who played it on console but have yet to experience it on PC could be treated to a fresh experience.
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Why Ghost of Tsushima Is Worth Restarting in 2025
Ghost of Yotei Is Slated for a 2025 Release
Perhaps the main reason Ghost of Tsushima is worth restarting in 2025 is that its successor, Ghost of Yotei, is slated for release sometime this year. Currently, there is no indication of when Ghost of Yotei will launch, but it won't be until at least April, after Sony confirmed that no first-party exclusives would be launching this year before Q2. Even with that information, however, Ghost of Yotei is unlikely to launch anytime soon, as only its announcement trailer has been revealed and April is just around the corner.
Now, in 2025, Ghost of Tsushima is turning five years old, and yet it might still be worth restarting, as it has not only aged well, but it has a bright future ahead of it.
Nevertheless, now is a great time to start Ghost of Tsushima over, if only for players to familiarize themselves again with its gameplay, story, and world structure ahead of Ghost of Yotei's release. Of course, Ghost of Yotei takes place 300 years after the events of Ghost of Tsushima, which means Jin won't be in the game unless his prologue is told through something like Mythic Tales or flashback sequences. Even so, since Jin was the first Ghost and Ghost of Yotei's Atsu will be taking up that mantle, his story is worth experiencing once more, if not just to witness the origin of the stealth samurai once more.
Ghost of Tsushima Just Launched on PC Last Year
Another reason fans might wish to start Ghost of Tsushima over in 2025 is that it just launched on PC last year. As such, those who had the pleasure of playing it on the PlayStation 4 at launch or even the PlayStation 5 after that and also own a PC can take advantage of all the improvements that come with Ghost of Tsushima's PC port.
Ghost of Tsushima PC Visual and Performance Enhancements:
- Enhanced Graphics: The PC version supports higher resolutions, including ultra-wide 21:9, 32:9, and 48:9 aspect ratios. Players can also enjoy dynamic 4K resolution with improved draw distances and detailed textures.
- Unlocked Frame Rates: Unlike the console versions, the PC port allows for unlocked frame rates, enabling smoother gameplay depending on hardware.
- Advanced Upscaling Technologies: The PC version integrates NVIDIA's DLSS 3 and AMD's FSR 3, enhancing performance without compromising image quality.
Ghost of Tsushima PC Content Additions:
- Iki Island Expansion: This expansion introduces a new storyline, characters, and regions to explore.
- Legends Mode: A co-op mode that allows players to play story missions and survival challenges with friends.
- New Game Plus: Players can replay the game with all previously acquired gear, techniques, and vanity items, with increased difficulty and new upgrades.
Ghost of Tsushima PC Technical Improvements:
- Customizable Controls: The PC version offers fully customizable mouse and keyboard controls.
- Controller Support: The PC version maintains full support for PlayStation's DualSense controller, including haptic feedback and adaptive triggers.
- Performance Optimizations: Updates have addressed stability issues, particularly for AMD Radeon GPU users, for a smoother gameplay experience.
Starting Ghost of Tsushima over again in 2025 on PC, then, may feel like an entirely different experience than it was on console, so long as players have the hardware capable of maximizing the port's potential. On top of that, PlayStation DualSense owners can still take advantage of the game's unique controller features, like activating Ghost of Tsushima's Guiding Wind on the controller's touchpad.
With Ghost of Yotei on the horizon and Ghost of Tsushima's PC version offering a fresh way to experience its world, there's never been a better time to restart Jin Sakai's journey. Whether it's to relive the origins of the Ghost before stepping into Atsu's shoes or to take advantage of the PC port's improvements, Ghost of Tsushima remains just as worthwhile in 2025 as it was at launch. The game's refined mechanics, breathtaking environments, and rich storytelling ensure that its legacy is still alive, making it an excellent choice for both returning players and newcomers alike.
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Ghost of Tsushima
Action
Adventure
Systems
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- Top Critic Rating: 84/100 Critics Recommend: 88%
- Released
- July 17, 2020
- ESRB
- M for Mature: Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Language, Partial Nudity
- Developer(s)
- Sucker Punch
- Publisher(s)
- Sony
