Ghost of Yōtei Beats Tsushima with a Bigger, Better Open World
Sucker Punch's Ghost of Yōtei lands an 87 Metacritic score and an 89 OpenCritic rating, edging out Ghost of Tsushima. Critics love its expansive open world, upgraded visuals and tighter combat, while noting occasional pacing hiccups. The new hero, Atsu, brings fresh personality to the samurai saga. The game is being billed as the top PS5 exclusive of 2025, despite a crowded release calendar. Its success shows the studio can iterate without losing the formula that made Tsushima a hit.