The WhatsNext verdict
For Fans of cinematic open-world action and atmospheric historical samurai adventures.: Sprawling wilderness exploration around Mount Yōtei pairs with lethal, fluid swordplay and rich atmospheric immersion. Tradeoff: The expansive open terrain creates occasional traversal lulls between intense combat encounters.
What it does best
A desolate, wind-swept frontier of northern Japan that feels incredibly solitary and raw
Visceral sword clashes and dual-katanas slicing with heavy, tactile feedback on impact
Vivid wildflower fields contrasting with the towering, snow-covered peaks of Mt. Yotei
What might put you off
Strict weapon matching
Familiar open-world loop
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What you are walking into
The game takes place 300 years after Ghost of Tsushima. 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. The area is outside the rule of Japan, and filled with sprawling grasslands, snowy tundras, and unexpected dangers.
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