Summary
Sucker Punch Productions' acclaimed action-adventure gameGhost of Tsushimawas a surprise hit when it was released in 2020. Its success can be attributed to its captivating open-world portrayal of feudal Japan, its relatableprotagonist in Jin Sakai, its satisfying combat mechanics, and its use of audio and visuals to establish the game’s historical and emotional immersion. While it wasn’t universally praised, it has been considered one of the most noteworthy games in recent memory and, quite literally, a work of art not easily overlooked.
Now, having continually increased in popularity over the years,Ghost of Tsushimaholds its fans in anxious anticipation of a sequel. While the game’s ending doesn’t necessarily leave much to the imagination, there are plenty of potential journeys a sequel could take Jin Sakai on, especially as Sucker Punch has proven they have a knack for storytelling and narrative exposition. Furthermore, fans have thoroughly expressed they just can’t get enough of the beautifully crafted open world ofGhost of Tsushima, and they simply want more. Unfortunately, Sucker Punch has yet to confirm whether a sequel is in development, and now thatGhost of Tsushimais over three years old, it’s high time the franchise’s future received an update.
Sucker Punch Needs to Move Ghost of Tsushima 2 Beyond Mere Rumors
Ghost of Tsushima 2’s Legacy Has Thus Far Only Survived on Speculation
For the most part,Ghost of Tsushimafans currently have nothing but rumors to go on concerning a sequel to the game that so effortlessly captured their hearts. That being said, there have been minor leaks here and there that could very well indicate that a sequel is in development. For example,a job listing posted shortly afterGhost of Tsushima’s initial launchin 2020 included a description that could be linked to the development ofGhost of Tsushima 2, including the following:
All of these job responsibilities, requirements, and pluses are likely connected toGhost of Tsushimaunless Sucker Punch is planning an entirely different game set in anopen-world feudal Japan. Aside from this job posting, which has since been removed, Jeff Grubb went on record in May saying that it “doesn’t sound likeGhost of Tsushima 2will be” at the 2023 PlayStation Showcase. Whether this was an implication thatGhost of Tsushima 2is real or simply him entertaining the possibility remains to be known. Regardless, it has become abundantly clear over the last few years thatGhost of Tsushima 2is long overdue for an update from Sucker Punch — at the very least, a confirmation of whether the game truly is in development.
An Update on Ghost of Tsushima 2 Needs to Happen Soon to Avoid Backlash
As therumors seemingly connected toGhost of Tsushima 2have led the gaming community to believe it may indeed be happening, it would behoove Sucker Punch to release an official update regarding the sequel before it’s too late and fans begin losing faith in the developer. Currently, fans take to X every Tuesday to celebrate #TsushimaTuesday in honor of the first game and its anticipated sequel, meaning they have yet to abandon all hope that it could eventually happen. If Sucker Punch waits too long to confirm fans' suspicions, however, it could have adverse effects on the developer and the future of the franchise.
Ghost of Tsushima 2is clearly in need of an update, as it will not survive on mere speculation much longer. At this point, fans would likely appreciate any sort of official statement, even if that statement confirmed there would be no sequel at all. The anticipation for an update has undoubtedly reached its peak, as those fans who are hungry for more ofwhatGhost of Tsushimaoffersremain on the edge of their seats, scouring the internet for news and regularly making their love for the IP known to the public. While silence from the developer has added to the sense that something extraordinary is on the horizon, the gaming community eagerly awaits any confirmation of the sequel’s progress or lack thereof.
Ghost of Tsushima
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