Ghost of Yotei is exceptionally much like its predecessor, the excellent Ghost of Tsushima, however a key departure is the sequel’s introduction of melee weapons apart from the katana for Atsu to wield. Atsu’s myriad weapons successfully fill the identical function as Jin Sakai’s numerous stances – you quick-swap between them in battle to counter sure enemy sorts. Unlocking each weapon, nonetheless, is a activity that spans many of the recreation.
[Warning: Progression & minor story spoilers for Ghost of Yotei.]
Atsu has a complete of 5 melee choices; every is related to a significant questline in Ghost of Yotei‘s wandering samurai experience. Her arsenal additionally extends past these melee weapons to incorporate a number of ranged choices and quickfire instruments. purchase all of Atsu’s gear is delineated under, a trek that may take you to each nook of Yotei‘s expansive Ezo.
How To Get The Twin Katanas
Hanbei
Looking for out the Twin Katana grasp is among the first main leads you get in Ghost of Yotei, and needs to be in your rumor playing cards (the search log within the backside left nook of the map) as quickly as you are set unfastened within the Yotei Grasslands after the introductory sequence during which Atsu kills the Snake. It is advisable to monitor down Hanbei, a retired bounty hunter and an acquaintance of Atsu’s father who lives a secluded life past a mountain path on the west fringe of the Yotei Grasslands.
The map above exhibits the place the mountain path begins, nearly straight west of Atsu’s dwelling. You will do some climbing earlier than discovering Hanbei’s hermitage, which can then be adopted by a number of cutscenes and a coaching montage during which Hanbei throws coals at you, which must be deflected shortly. That is to point out you the pace benefit gained by wielding two katanas – use the Twin Katanas towards enemies holding polearms, like spears or glaives.
How To Get The Odachi
Grasp Yoshida
The Odachi is probably going the second melee weapon you’ll acquire. You get it from Grasp Yoshida, whose dojo is situated within the northern part of Tokachi Vary. Tokachi Vary is contiguous with the Yotei Grasslands – the 2 mix into an enormous hub space of types, and you’ll not must journey to a different zone to amass the Odachi. The map above exhibits the precise location of Grasp Yoshida’s Dojo close to Horosaru Falls.
Getting the Odachi is extra easy; there will probably be a brief coaching sequence, then you definitely’ll assist Grasp Yoshida defend the dojo from Saito Outlaws. The Odachi is a big, two-handed blade that you just use towards brute enemies, that are bigger than most foes.
How To Get The Kusarigama
Grasp Enomoto
With a purpose to get the Kusarigama, you’ll have to journey by way of two separate zones. Head north out of Tokachi Vary and take the ferry throughout the Nice Lake into Nayoro Wilds. Proceed north by way of the Nayoro Wilds, and journey to Teshio Ridge, Ezo’s snowy area. You will then must go even additional north to Grasp Enomoto’s Dojo (see the map above), past the Hakodake Mountains.
Grasp Enomoto has a coaching montage much like Hanbei’s, the place he teaches Atsu to endure Teshio Ridge’s icy local weather. Teshio Ridge is the place you may hunt down the Kitsune, one of many Yotei Six and Lord Saito’s shinobi spymaster. Upon getting the Kusarigama, a sickle hooked up to a metallic ball through a series, use it towards enemies holding shields – sturdy assaults will break them. The Kusarigama can be helpful for assassinating unaware enemies from a distance.
How To Get The Yari
Sensei Takahashi
Buying the Yari – a conventional Japanese spear – additionally requires touring to a separate zone. Within the northwestern nook of Yotei Grasslands, you may discover a cross that results in Ishikari Plain, the place you may turn out to be extra conversant in the Matsumae, the samurai clan battling Saito’s forces. You will possible collect a rumor about Sensei Takahashi, who can be at odds with Saito.
Takahashi shouldn’t be, nonetheless, at his dojo, pictured above, while you first attain Ishikari Plain (if you do not have the rumor resulting in Sensei Takahashi, you may decide it up by visiting his dojo). You as an alternative must discover him on Modaiwa Island off the western coast of Ishikari Plain. Takahashi’s coaching sequence includes spearing fish, however after you have the brand new weapon, use the Yari towards dual-wielding enemies, like these holding two sickles or a Kusarigama.
The place To Get Each Ranged Weapon
Bows, Bombs, & Weapons
Atsu’s ranged weaponry is equally dispersed all through Ezo, although not all the time tied to main questlines just like the principal melee weapons. All through Ghost of Yotei, you may purchase a Hankyu (medium bow), a Yumi (lengthy bow), Scorch Bombs and Blind Bombs, and a Tanegashima (a matchlock rifle). This is the place to search out every one:
Hankyu & Yumi
The 2 bows turn out to be obtainable nearly instantly; all you must do is purchase them from Ran the Bowyer. Ran can sometimes be present in every area’s inn, and should go to you whilst you’re in camp. The earliest place you may get the Hankyu and Yumi is at Yotei’s Shadow Inn, which is northwest of Atsu’s dwelling within the Yotei Grasslands, and simply accessible at first of the sport.
Scorch Bombs & Blind Bombs
You possibly can purchase two throwable bombs in Ishikari Plain, the place you go to seek out the Oni. Each will probably be acquired from Ina the Bomb Maker, who’s intently related to Sensei Takahashi’s quest group. Ina may be discovered in Fireplace Cricket Canyon within the southwest nook of Ishikari Plain. You will get the Scorch Bombs first (which explode and lightweight enemies on hearth), and the Blind Bombs a short time later (these disorient enemies).
Tanegashima
Ghost of Yotei saves the matchlock rifle for pretty late within the recreation. When looking for the Saito Brothers – the Dragon and the Spider – you may finally make your option to Oshima Coast. This a part of the story can’t be accessed till you’ve got crossed the Kitsune and the Oni off Atsu’s sash. You will be given the Tanegashima throughout the primary questline, so it is unattainable to overlook.
The place To Get Each Quickfire Weapon
Shinobi Instruments
The ultimate set of weapons obtainable to Atsu in Ghost of Yotei is an assortment of quickfire instruments utilized by urgent R1. You’ve Metsubushi, a powder to blind enemies within the midst of fight; Kunai, throwing knives that can be utilized with sure armor sets to increase Chain Assassinations; Smoke Bombs, to stun enemies and obscure Atsu; Oni’s Flame, an oil to briefly gentle your melee weapon on hearth; and the Tanzutsu, a matchlock pistol that may add to your kill streak in standoffs.
Metsubushi
Atsu’s blinding powder may be discovered very early within the recreation, earlier than you permit the Yotei Grasslands. It is related to a bounty, and the needed rōnin will attempt to use it towards you in your duel.
Kunai
One can find Kunai in Teshio Ridge, obtained in the midst of combating the 9 Tails, the Kitsune’s shinobi league. A girl named Hana will request your assist in defending her farms – the best to get to first is the Contested Farm southeast of Pink Crane Inn. Hana offers you Kunai and promote you upgrades.
Smoke Bomb
Yotei‘s Smoke Bombs are additionally acquired in Teshio Ridge as a part of the primary quest. You will come into contact with a Shamisen participant named Oyuki on the Pink Crane Inn; proceed working with Oyuki towards the Kitsune and he or she’ll finally provide the Smoke Bombs.
Oni’s Flame
Oni’s Flame is equally related to the foremost quest in Ishikari Plain. Working with Sensei Takahashi, Ina the Bomb Maker, and Jubei to undermine the Oni’s rule, you may struggle enemies who can alight their weapons, shortly after which you may acquire entry to the flexibility.
Tanzutsu
Not like the Tanegashima, you may have to hunt out the Tanzutsu. It may be acquired by going to Matchlock Murata’s Workshop in Oshima Coast (see the map above). Murata has a brief quest related to the pistol, which is the final weapon you’ll obtain in Ghost of Yotei.
- Launched
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October 2, 2025
- ESRB
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Mature 17+ / Blood and Gore, Drug Reference, Intense Violence, Language, Partial Nudity, Use of Alcohol
- Developer(s)
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Sucker Punch
- Writer(s)
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Sony Interactive Leisure
- Multiplayer
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On-line Co-Op
