Trailers for Ghost of Yotei Showcase Use of Yari Spear and Kusarigama

New Ghost of Yotei Trailers Focus on Yari Spear and Kusarigama Battle Tactics

Two new trailers have been released for Ghost of Yotei, spotlighting two of the game’s weapons: the Yari spear and the Kusarigama, a chain-sickle weapon. Unlike Jin in Ghost of Tsushima, Atsu, the protagonist of Ghost of Yotei, will not be limited to the katana but will instead wield a selection of six “white weapons.” An upcoming video series will delve into each weapon, beginning with the Yari and Kusarigama. One trailer features the Yari spear, showing Atsu confronting a group of six enemies blocking her path on a bridge. She uses a charged attack to eliminate their leader, unbalances a second enemy with a low, wide strike, and counters a third. The spear can also be used as a staff for powerful thrusts and kicks. The Yari spear is the best choice for battling opponents wielding the Kusarigama.

Ghost of Yotei Reveals Diverse Kusarigama Combat Tactics in Upcoming October Release

The Kusarigama, a chain-sickle weapon, was historically developed by Japanese farmers who lacked access to traditional swords. It has since become a staple in samurai and ninja lore. This weapon also appeared as part of Naoe’s arsenal in Assassin’s Creed Shadows. In Ghost of Yotei, set to release on October 2, 2025, for PlayStation 5, Atsu utilizes the Kusarigama for distant attacks and stealth. The Kusarigama is also effective at breaking through the defenses of shielded enemies, and trailers show it is ideal against other Kusarigama wielders. These initial trailers provide a glimpse into Atsu’s diverse combat capabilities ahead of Ghost of Yotei’s release.

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