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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Ghost of Yōtei lead the 2026 DICE Awards with eight nominations each, including Game of the Year, alongside other notable titles like Arc Raiders and Blue Prince. The event will also honor Evan Wells with the AIAS Hall of Fame induction, taking place in Las Vegas on February 12, 2026.
In 2025, ninja games made a significant comeback with six major releases, including new installments and remasters of classic franchises like Ninja Gaiden and Shinobi, as well as new titles from Assassin's Creed and Sucker Punch, highlighting a renewed interest in stealthy warrior protagonists.
PlayStation is celebrating the success of Ghost of Yotei with limited-time free avatar downloads featuring characters from the game, available through region-specific codes. Additionally, a free multiplayer expansion called Ghost of Yotei Legends is planned for 2026, offering new story missions and survival modes, with no current plans for single-player DLC.
PS5 owners voted for Ghost Of Yōtei as their Game of the Year for 2025, despite Clair Obscur winning multiple awards at The Game Awards and Golden Joysticks. Ghost Of Yōtei, Sony’s exclusive, was supported strongly by fans and outperformed Clair Obscur in community votes, sales, and awards in categories like graphics and audio. The results highlight the community’s preference for Ghost Of Yōtei over the critically acclaimed Clair Obscur.
Sony reports a strong first half with PlayStation 5 reaching 84.2 million units sold, a sales boost for its game software including 3.3 million copies of Ghost of Yōtei, and an upward revision of its full-year gaming revenue forecast, driven by growth in network services and game sales.
Ghost of Yotei has sold over 3.3 million units in 32 days, surpassing expectations and ending online criticism, demonstrating strong support from gamers and marking a successful launch for the PS5 exclusive.
In October, Japanese players favored Ghost of Yōtei on PS5, topping the charts in Japan, while Battlefield 6 led in the West. Other popular titles varied by region, highlighting different gaming preferences across markets.
In October, Battlefield 6 dominated PS5 sales charts globally, outperforming expectations for Ghost of Yotei, which only managed second place despite Sony's marketing efforts. Other titles like ARC Raiders and Dispatch performed well, while Ninja Gaiden 4 and The Outer Worlds 2 struggled to make a significant impact in the charts.
Public voting is now open for the Golden Joystick Awards 2025's Ultimate Game of the Year, with 12 nominees including Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Ghost of Yotei, and others. While Clair Obscur is a strong favorite due to its critical acclaim, the winner will be decided by public support, making the outcome uncertain.
The sequel to Ghost of Yōtei has sparked debate among fans, with suggestions for new game modes like 'Tarantino mode' and discussions about the series' future direction, including potential expansions or new settings, while the developers have indicated they will not move into modern eras and want to focus on sword combat.
'Ghost of Yotei' has outsold 'Assassin's Creed Shadows' on PS5 within three weeks, despite limited official data, and remains a topic of debate in the gaming community, with its sales performance comparable to 'Ghost of Tsushima' and fueling culture wars around game content and representation.
Ghost of Yotei has outsold Assassin's Creed Shadows on PS5 within three weeks of its release, indicating high player interest, despite Shadows having been out for seven months. The game has received positive reviews and is considered a hit, potentially influencing future game development from the same developer. However, Shadows still leads in overall sales, and the trend suggests Yotei's dominance may grow further soon.
Ghost of Yotei outsold Assassin’s Creed Shadows on PS5 in under three weeks, despite Shadows taking seven months to reach similar sales figures across all platforms. Yotei's quick success is attributed to strong brand loyalty among PlayStation fans, its compelling Japanese setting, and its alignment with current gaming trends favoring exploration and immersive worlds. Shadows, while technically impressive, struggled with overfamiliarity and a less distinct identity, especially in Japan where Yotei's cultural resonance was stronger. The article also discusses broader industry sales trends, including the success of Helldivers 2, emphasizing the importance of platform-specific strategies and data transparency.
Sucker Punch is considering future DLC for Ghost of Yōtei based on player feedback, focusing on what aspects resonate most and what additional story content might be needed, with an emphasis on listening to the community to improve the game.
The article discusses the narrative depth and character development in Ghost of Yōtei, highlighting Atsu's story of revenge and healing, the game's connection to Ghost of Tsushima, and insights from co-directors Jason Connell and Ian Ryan on storytelling choices, character relationships, and game design. It emphasizes the game's emotional moments, player agency, and the team's creative process, including easter eggs and future possibilities.