Summary
Just as its predecessor was,Ghost of Yoteihas proven to be a fairly sizable surprise, though not in the same way.Ghost of Tsushimawas surprising on account of its unexpected success, as it went on to become one ofPlayStation’s best-selling exclusivesafter its release.Ghost of Yotei, on the other hand, is surprising due to the seemingly drastic shift its taking by choosing not to continue Jin’s story from the first game and instead introducing a brand-new protagonist, whose journey takes place 300 years after the events ofGhost of Tsushima.
Despite the fact thatGhost of Yoteiwon’t be continuing Jin’s story, however, there is still room enough for it to tie up some ofGhost of Tsushima’s loose ends — though it may be more preferable for Sucker Punch to simply release a sequel toGhost of Tsushimasomewhere down the line. Jin’s story inGhost of Tsushimawas largely left open-ended, even to the point of doing next to nothing with the major choice that players make atTsushima’s conclusion. Even ifGhost of Tsushimanever get a sequel though,Ghost of Yoteican still conclude Jin’s story in some unique ways.
How Ghost of Yotei Could Conclude Jin’s Story
Ghost of Yotei Could Include Historical Artifacts or Verbal Legends That Tell Jin’s Story
One approachGhost of Yoteicould take to tying up Jin’s story is to tell of his exploits beyond the events ofGhost of Tsushimausing historical artifacts and verbal legends. Perhaps players could find relics or writings attributed to Jin — like his armor, weapons, or personal journals — scattered throughoutGhost of Yotei’s land of Ezo (modern-day Hokkaido). These artifacts could tell more about his final days and the lasting impact of his actions onJapanese historyand the legacy of the Ghost.
Additionally, throughout their journey inGhost of Yotei’s Ezo, players could hear stories or songs about the “Ghost of Tsushima,” which tell of Jin’s exploits and his eventual fate. This would be a great way forGhost of Yoteito romanticize and remember Jin’s legacy, all while letting players know that it hasn’t forgotten about the samurai that theGhostfranchise and the mantle of the Ghost was founded upon.
Players could also come across historical records detailing Jin’s strategies, or even some recovered journal entries of his that provide them with an even deeper, more personal connection to the series' past.
Ghost of Yotei Could Incorporate Mythic Tales That Conclude Jin’s Story
One of the more practical waysGhost of Yoteicould conclude Jin’s story is by incorporating it into Mythic Tales, which were in the first game and are expected to return in the next. Mythic Tales were special side quests inGhost of Tsushimathat revolved around legendary samurai, supernatural abilities, or lost artifacts, making them a perfect fit for telling more of Jin’s story inGhost of Yotei. These quests were also longer and more cinematic than other side missions, which means players would potentially even see Jin himself inGhost of Yotei’s Mythic Talesif they were utilized in this way.
Ghost of Yoteimay be moving forward with a new protagonist and setting, but it doesn’t have to leaveGhost of Tsushima’s legacy behind, especially Jin’s story. Whether through artifacts, folklore, or Mythic Tales,Ghost of Yoteican incorporate the conclusion of Jin’s story into its own, even if the series chooses to return to his story at a later date in a full game. These somewhat subtle elements could ensure that Jin remains a legend within theGhostfranchise without distracting fromAtsu’s story inGhost of Yotei, potentially creating a seamless bridge between it andGhost of Tsushima.
