Sony has confirmed a PlayStation State of Play broadcast this week, featuring an extensive gameplay preview of Ghost of Yōtei.
The 20-minute showcase for Ghost of Tsushima's eagerly anticipated sequel airs Thursday, July 10 at 2 PM PT / 5 PM ET. European viewers can tune in at 10 PM BST / 11 PM CEST.
Sucker Punch's creative directors Jason Connell and Nate Fox will present the gameplay demonstration personally.
Following its brief appearance at last month's PlayStation Showcase, Ghost of Yōtei will receive this dedicated deep dive ahead of its October release.
PlayStation hints the State of Play will reveal protagonist Atsu's vengeance quest, showcase her combat arsenal, and introduce "new customization options for exploring Japan's frontier, unique gameplay modes, and additional surprises."
Catch the Ghost of Yōtei State of Play gameplay reveal Thursday, July 10! Live stream begins at 2pm PT / 5pm ET / 10pm BST on PlayStation’s Twitch and YouTube.
— PlayStation (@PlayStation) July 8, 2025
Sucker Punch's full announcement: https://t.co/4bBKeo7Q8S pic.twitter.com/ONc52GBQz1
Sucker Punch unveiled the Ghost of Tsushima follow-up last September, introducing a new protagonist embarking on a violent odyssey through 17th century Japan.
"Sixteen years ago in Ezo (modern-day Hokkaido), the Yōtei Six outlaw gang destroyed Atsu's life," explained Sucker Punch's Andrew Goldfarb. "After slaughtering her family and leaving her crucified on a flaming ginkgo tree, they presumed her dead. But Atsu survived, mastering combat to eventually return with one objective: eliminate each member - The Snake, The Oni, The Kitsune, The Spider, The Dragon, and Lord Saito - using the very blade that impaled her years prior."
"While vengeance drives Atsu initially, her journey evolves as she uncovers deeper purpose through unexpected alliances across Ezo."
Ghost of Yōtei continues 2025's trend of expansive Japanese revenge narratives, launching six months after Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Shadows - which itself will receive significant DLC later this year.
For those anticipating more details, our comprehensive Ghost of Yōtei preview covers all currently available information.
