Ghost of Tsushima is finally making its way to PC, or at least that’s what XboxEra’s Nick Baker would like us to believe.
According to the trusted Xbox insider, Sucker Punch’s critically acclaimed game will be headed to PC soon with an announcement coming on March 5.
This March is a particularly significant date for Ghost of Tsushima as it marks the third-year-anniversary of when Ghost of Tsushima Director Nate Fox and Creative Director Jason Connell were named as tourism ambassadors to Tsushima Island.
I’m hearing that we might be getting something about the Ghost of Tsushima PC port pretty soon. Maybe around the 5th?
— King Gronk Nick (@Shpeshal_Nick) March 1, 2024
Ghost of Tsushima, long lauded for its captivating storytelling, stunning visuals, and its immersive gameplay, has been a PlayStation exclusive since its release. The potential PC port represents a significant shift in Sony’s strategy of bringing flagship titles to a wider audience after an exclusivity period on their console. This been seen with other major titles like God of War, Spider-Man, and Horizon Zero Dawn, each successfully transitioning to PC several years after their initial release.
The specifics of the Ghost of Tsushima PC port announcement remain under wraps. A shadow-drop would be ideal but realistically speaking, a simple confirmation that it’s in development is more likely.
Regardless, the possibility of a PC port has fans excited for the potential to finally enjoy the award-winning game with enhanced graphics, mod support, and the opportunity for those without a PlayStation to experience the game’s rich narrative and expansive open world.
However, there’s genuine concern about who might handle the development of the PC port. Many are hoping that Nixxes Software has taken the helm. The Sony-owned studio has a reputation for high-quality PC ports. This stems from a desire to see the Ghost of Tsushima PC port receive the best possible treatment, unlike what happened with The Last of Us Part 1, which remains much maligned on the so-called master race due to its botched launch.
The leak from the Nvidia GeForce Now list in 2021, which accurately predicted several PC ports and game announcements, adds credibility to the rumors. This, if combined with Sony’s pattern of releasing PC versions of their flagship titles approximately four years after their console debut, has led to heightened expectations for an imminent announcement.
With the development costs rising and the lines between console exclusivity becoming increasingly blurred, the potential release of Ghost of Tsushima on PC is seen as a step towards a more inclusive gaming environment. This move allows a wider audience to experience Sony’s flagship titles while supporting the financial sustainability of game development at a time when budgets are ballooning.
While Nintendo remains a holdout in the trend towards multiplatform releases, Sony’s aggressive PC growth opens up new revenue streams to fund future AAA projects.
Whether it’s a detailed reveal or a simple confirmation, the potential expansion of Jin Sakai’s epic journey to PC gamers worldwide is a development that promises to bring the beloved title to an even larger audience, further cementing its legacy.
Ghost of Tsushima is one of the handful of Sony properties that’s getting a live-action adaptation.
