Sony has announced a State of Play presentation focused entirely on Ghost of Yōtei, the highly anticipated PlayStation 5 exclusive and spiritual successor to Ghost of Tsushima. The broadcast will feature over 20 minutes of new gameplay, developer commentary, and a deep dive into the game’s setting, mechanics, and story.

When to Watch in Australia

Here’s when you can tune in across the country:

• 7:00 AM AEST – NSW, VIC, QLD, TAS, ACT
• 6:30 AM ACST – SA, NT
• 5:00 AM AWST – WA

Date: Friday, 11 July 2025
Where: YouTube – PlayStation and Twitch – PlayStation

So set your alarms or catch the replay because this will be your first deep look at one of 2025’s most anticipated titles.

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What the Showcase Covers

Set roughly 300 years after Ghost of Tsushima, Ghost of Yōtei follows Atsu, a lone mercenary seeking revenge on the Yōtei Six, a deadly crew who slaughtered her family. The game trades Tsushima’s sun-drenched islands for Ezo (modern-day Hokkaido) a harsh, snow-covered land teeming with enemies and political tension.

Expect to see:

• Upgraded stealth mechanics and open-world exploration
• New weapons including early firearms
• Non-linear mission structure with open-ended target hunting
• Deeper customization and consequence-driven storytelling

Creative leads Nate Fox and Jason Connell will guide players through new gameplay, special systems, and how Ghost of Yōtei builds on its predecessor’s legacy.

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Release Date Confirmed

Ghost of Yōtei will officially launch October 2, 2025, exclusively on PlayStation 5.

Whether you’re a long time fan of Ghost of Tsushima or a newcomer drawn to samurai stealth-action, this is one State of Play you won’t want to miss.

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