Ghost of Yoteiis one of the many heavy-hitters scheduled for launch this year. Developer Sucker Punch has taken an unexpected route with the belovedGhost of Tsushimaby introducing a new protagonist and fresh setting that takes place 300 years after the events of the first game. The unexpected routeGhost of Yoteitakes promises a compelling new story focused on the main character Atsu and her quest for vengeance.
With this change, there are already significant departures being made fromGhost of Tsushima. From the introduction of matchlock guns to the story being set at the beginning of the Edo period, some features inGhost of Yoteiare bound to feel quite different from its predecessor. While these differences are clear, what remains unclear is whetherGhost of Yoteiwill offer its own version ofLegendsor not.Ghost of Tsushima’s co-op modeoffered a fun multiplayer experience, andGhost of Yoteibringing its own mode to the table could have its benefits and disadvantages.
Sucker Punch Has Yet to Confirm if Ghost of Yotei Will Introduce a New Legends Mode
The Argument For a Fresh Legends Mode
One of the biggestarguments in favor ofGhost of Yoteifeaturing its own multiplayer option is that it was a big hit amongGhost of Tsushima’s player base. It may not have reached the same heights as the game’s main story, but many players enjoyed the mode and still continue to play. Also, the fact that it was a free add-on made the experience even more rewarding for a lot of gamers.Ghost of Yoteichoosing to feature its own version ofLegendscould offer improvements to bring fans an even greater multiplayer experience.
There is also the issue of a brand-new timeline to consider. Being set300 years afterGhost of Tsushima, the current version ofLegendswill be outdated in terms of setting and weapons. A co-op mode included withGhost of Yoteicould bring players a lot of fun weapon options to utilize in a multiplayer experience that wouldn’t exactly make sense for the originalLegends.
Ghost of Yoteiis introducing dual-wield weapons, which could bring an extra level of fun to a co-op mode’s combat mechanics.
The Argument Against a New Legends Mode
A glaring issue for such a modeattached toGhost of Yoteiis that it could potentially mark the end of the originalLegends. If not the end, it would likely cause the player count to dwindle, at the very least.Ghost of Tsushima’s co-op mode may not be able to offer the more advanced weapons of its successor, but that doesn’t necessarily have to be the case.
Instead of a completely separate co-op mode inGhost of Yotei, updating the current iteration ofLegendsmay offer the best of both worlds. To avoid splitting the player count in half, updating the currentLegendswith a game mode that showcasesGhost of Yotei’s setting and weapons may be the better option. However, this is likely a lot easier said than done.
It was recently announced thatGhost of Tsushima: Legendsis set to get its own anime adaptation. As of now, the series is planned for a 2027 launch.
Legends is Stuck at a Crossroads
Ultimately, it’s difficult to say which route would be better forLegends. On the one hand, a brand-new take included in the base version ofGhost of Yoteiwould be thrilling, but on the other hand, it risks taking attention away from the original co-op game. Despite this difficult choice, there are likely to be players who preferGhost of Tsushima’s era, leading them to stick with the original over a new interpretation. Asthe wait for moreGhost of Yoteinews continues, Sucker Punch will hopefully give more insight into the fate ofLegends.
