Sony Announces Ghost of Yōtei Gameplay Showcase for July 10

• Sony will showcase Ghost of Yōtei gameplay on Thursday, July 10, at 2 pm Pacific in a 20-minute PlayStation State of Play broadcast.

• The game follows Atsu, a survivor seeking revenge against six outlaws who killed her family sixteen years ago in feudal Japan.

• Players will see new weapons, customization options, and special game modes before the title launches in October 2025.

Sony has confirmed a dedicated PlayStation State of Play presentation featuring Ghost of Yōtei will air this Thursday, July 10. The 20-minute broadcast will provide an extensive look at gameplay from the highly anticipated sequel to Ghost of Tsushima.

The presentation begins at 2 pm Pacific Time, 5 pm Eastern Time, and 11 pm CEST for European audiences. British viewers can watch at 10 pm BST. Sucker Punch creative directors Jason Connell and Nate Fox will introduce the gameplay footage during the broadcast.

Story Details and Character Background

Ghost of Yōtei centers on protagonist Atsu, whose family was murdered by a criminal group called the Yōtei Six sixteen years prior. The tragedy occurred in Ezo, known today as Hokkaido, during the early 1600s. Atsu survived being pinned to a burning ginkgo tree and has spent years preparing for revenge.

The game features six targets: The Snake, The Oni, The Kitsune, The Spider, The Dragon, and Lord Saito. Atsu carries the same katana used to pin her to the tree, which is now serving as her primary weapon. According to Sucker Punch senior communications manager Andrew Goldfarb, Atsu’s journey extends beyond simple vengeance as she discovers new allies and purpose.

Gameplay Features and Customization Options

Thursday’s State of Play will showcase Atsu’s weapon arsenal and combat mechanics. Sony promises viewers will see new personalization options for the player’s journey through feudal Japan. The presentation will also reveal special game modes that were not previously announced.

The broadcast represents Sony’s promised deep examination of Ghost of Yōtei following its brief appearance at last month’s PlayStation Showcase. The company indicated in June that a dedicated presentation would arrive in July ahead of the game’s October launch window.

Market Context and Release Timeline

Ghost of Yōtei enters a competitive market for open-world action games set in historical Japan. Ubisoft’s Assassin’s Creed Shadows launched earlier this year, featuring similar themes of revenge and historical Japanese settings. That title is scheduled to receive major downloadable content before 2025 ends.

Sucker Punch announced Ghost of Yōtei in September 2024, confirming it would feature a new protagonist while maintaining the series’ focus on samurai combat and exploration. The original Ghost of Tsushima received critical acclaim for its visual presentation and combat system.

The October release window positions Ghost of Yōtei as a major fourth-quarter release for PlayStation. The game represents one of Sony’s most significant exclusive titles for the latter half of 2025, targeting both series fans and newcomers to the franchise.