If you find yourself stuck at work, perhaps scrolling aimlessly to appear busy, and wishing you were immersed in Sucker Punch Productions` new samurai fantasy sequel, Ghost of Yotei, then there`s a perfect solution to make the wait more bearable. Dive into the recently released `Music from Watanabe Mode` soundtrack—it truly sets a unique atmosphere.
Ghost of Yotei, the PlayStation 5 exclusive, is a follow-up to the acclaimed 2020 title, Ghost of Tsushima. While sharing many similarities, Yotei introduces distinct elements, most notably the `Watanabe Mode.` This innovative feature is a collaboration with Shinichirō Watanabe, the director behind the iconic Samurai Champloo, bringing original lo-fi music crafted under his guidance. Initially exclusive to the game on PS5, where it was one of three distinct playable modes inspired by legendary samurai film directors like Akira Kurosawa and Takashi Miike, Sony has now made this captivating soundtrack available on major music streaming services.
Launched on October 3rd, merely a day after Ghost of Yotei`s PS5 release, the `Ghost of Yotei – Music from Watanabe Mode – EP` offers nearly 30 minutes of relaxing beats. This EP is widely accessible across popular platforms including Apple Music, Spotify, Amazon Music, Pandora, YouTube Music, and even Deezer.
The EP delivers an incredibly mellow ambiance. Fans of Samurai Champloo and its legendary soundtrack artists will immediately recognize and appreciate the style of this concise yet impressive collection. It feels perfectly at home within a SamCham episode, infusing Yotei`s intense, vengeful narratives with a wonderfully calm, understated energy, creating an intriguing contrast between the grave and the serene.
Ghost of Yotei garnered generally positive reviews upon its PlayStation 5 debut. For instance, our review awarded it a 9/10, with writer Richard Wakeling praising how it `builds and improves upon its predecessor with a gripping story, rewarding exploration, and fantastic combat, with each aspect emphasizing the characteristics of a new protagonist.` With the game now available, we`ve developed numerous guides to assist players in 1600 Ezo (contemporary Hokkaido, Japan), covering everything from weapon locations and essential skills to finding wolf dens, and even advice on which game mode to choose. (Our recommendation? Watanabe Mode – it’s simply perfect.)
