PlayStation Studio, SuckerPunch, announced Ghost of Tsushima: Director's Cut to much excitement earlier this month. As we get closer to the August 20 release date, the developers have been steadily giving more details about the expansion. Recently, they dropped a new story trailer. It showed off more of Iki Island, the new location coming in the Director's Cut. Alongside this, the trailer shows more of the new foes and allies protagonist Jin Sakai will meet there.

Ghost of Tsushima: Director's Cut Story Details

The official PlayStation blog post for the new Ghost of Tsushima: Director’s Cut trailer also features more details about the upcoming expansion's premise and story:

“Jin’s journey begins when he discovers that a mysterious Mongol tribe has gained a foothold on Iki. They are led by a revered shaman called Ankhsar Khatun, known to her followers as “the Eagle.” As both a khatun and a shaman, she is not only a conqueror of nations, but a shepherd of souls. And the danger she presents to Jin and his people is unlike any they have faced.”

It also states that Jin will be “forced to face old fears and unearth deeply buried traumas”. Seemingly, this new adventure will further flesh out Jin's past. Iki Island was also described as “a wild, lawless land of raiders criminals” and that “the samurai have not been in control there for a decade”.

Other Upcoming Content

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Alongside the expanded story and location, the Ghost of Tsushima: Director’s Cut will also come with a wave of new content. There will be new armor, mini-games, techniques and enemy types. PS5 owners will also get haptic feedback, native 4K resolution, and Japanese lip-sync.

Additionally, all owners of the game (including the regular edition) will receive quality-of-life improvements such as target lock-on. The multiplayer mode Ghost of Tsushima: Legends will also release a new game mode for free.

Ghost of Tsushima: Director’s Cut will launch for $69.99 on PS5 and $59.99 on PS4. An upgrade option is also available for existing owners for $19.99.