

Luckily, Jin is a master of the katana, and he has specific sword stances that allow him to deal with any enemy he encounters. However, very soon enemy encounters become a lot more varied, with enemies who carry shields or spears, and eventually there are huge Brute enemies to deal with. Exploration techniques, which can be upgraded alongside other abilities like stealth and combat, can also be invaluable for players who like finding every nook and cranny.Ĭombat in Ghost of Tsushima starts out fairly simple, with Jin facing other sword-wielding enemies. Liberating Mongol-occupied towns and forts by defeating the enemies within is also a great way to uncover large swaths of the map. Upgrading the outfit will increase this bonus to 30 percent. Wearing the Traveler's Attire, given to you by the merchant in the Survivor Camp in Jade Hills, reveals 10 percent more of the map as you explore and makes the controller vibrate when you get close to a secret. Fortunately, there are multiple ways to clear this fog of war and reveal the map's contents. Like similar open-world games like Assassin's Creedor Far Cry, the map starts out cloudy with most of its secrets hidden. Hot Springs improve your health, Shrines grant charms that improve your abilities and Fox Dens allow you to equip more charms. While much of the content outside of main missions is optional, discovering each of these secrets makes Jin's abilities stronger, which can make surviving enemy encounters easier. Ghost of Tsushima places a heavy emphasis on exploration, with players given the freedom to experience the game's breathtaking open world at their own pace.
