Ghost of Tsushima Among Most Underrated PlayStation Exclusive Games

Ghost of Tsushima was the last major first-party game released on the PS4 before Sony shifted focus to its latest console. Many fans consider it the swan song of the PS4, despite major first-party releases arriving on the console for the next few years.

Ghost of Tsushima has received plenty of accolades, but it has not been able to live up to the critical reception of PlayStation’s biggest IPs. This includes franchises like Horizon, God of War, and The Last of Us.

Therefore, many fans believe that the game is an underrated gem, and one recent post on Reddit prompted similar responses from various fans.

Looking at Metacritic scores of various first-party PlayStation games, Ghost of Tsushima is one of the lower-rated games.

It currently sits at a score of 83/100 on the website. However, popular releases like God of War Ragnarok are seated at an exceptional 94/100. Similarly, other games like The Last of Us Part 2 are rated at 93/100.

This has led fans to believe Ghost of Tsushima is among the more underrated offerings from PlayStation. The Last of Us Part 2 and God of War have also earned the TGA Game of The Year titles to their name.

In terms of narrative, Ghost of Tsushima tells a compelling story of a samurai coming to terms with his morality. Throughout the game, Jin Sakai deals with the burden of morals and their limitations against a ruthless enemy.

This led to an emotional tale, with millions of players being absorbed in Jin Sakai’s narrative. Ghost of Tsushima has also been praised for its exceptional art style, one that makes up for its lacking visual fidelity.

While it falls behind titles like The Last of Us Part 2 in detailed visuals, the game’s art style and clever use of colors make it one of the best-looking titles on the PS4. Furthermore, Sucker Punch Productions nailed a satisfying combat system with the game.

With multiple stances and a growing assortment of tools throughout the game, Jin Sakai’s combat represents his internal struggle between the morals of a samurai and the more dishonorable tactics of his enemies.

This struggle is beautifully presented through the gameplay, with Jin experiencing flashbacks of his early training as he continues to utilize his enemy’s dishonorable tactics against them.

All of this has made Ghost of Tsushima a favorite for millions of gamers worldwide. Recently, veteran developers like Shinji Mikami have praised the game for a fun adventure and an impactful ending.

Ghost of Tsushima recently celebrated its third anniversary. Following the release of the PS5, the game was updated for the console, supporting an improved resolution and frame rate. This makes it an exceptional title for new and existing PS5 owners.

Recent job listings have also hinted at a sequel of the game. With Ghost of Tsushima being released in 2020, an announcement could be made next year, leading to plenty of excitement from fans of the series.