How much of Ghost of Tsushima is real?

While not 100% accurate, Ghost of Tsushima is actually based on true historical events, chronicling the first Mongol invasion of Japan in which the island of Tsushima was occupied by the Yuan invasion force.
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Is Jin Sakai based on a real person?

All characters in Ghost of Tsushima are fictional, including Jin Sakai and Lord Shimura, despite historical events being portrayed. Developers initially considered using real historical figures but opted for fictional characters to avoid insensitivity.
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Is any of Ghost of Tsushima real?

While Fox said that the game was "entirely grounded in reality", the team took the liberty to create a fictional narrative. The initial real-world Mongol invasion was foiled by a hurricane, and the team acknowledged this with Jin's katana which is engraved with storm wind designs.
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How accurate is Ghost of Tsushima samurai?

quarter accurate. It isn't historical but it's setting/time period accurate. So it makes it really immersive.
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How accurate is the Ghost of Tsushima map?

The digital geology that shaped the virtual Tsushima followed different laws than those that created the real island. Tsushima doesn't map directly onto Tsushima. The actual island is too large and mountainous. It's been flattened—quite literally.
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When You've Played Too Much Ghost of Tsushima

Are the towns in Ghost of Tsushima real?

Many of the locations in Ghost of Tsushima are real places that can be visited in person. One of the main tourist attractions of Tsushima Island is Komoda Beach, making it fitting that the game starts at the historic location.
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Has Ghost of Tsushima 2 been confirmed?

It has already been confirmed that developers are working on GoT2. According to the Bloomberg journalist, Sucker Punch is currently not developing any new Sly Cooper, as the studio is fully focused on just one project, which is Ghost of Tsushima 2 itself.
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How old is Jin Sakai?

He's said to be young, but he looks a bit more gizzled in his late 20s or early 30s kind of way. He's said to be young, but he looks a bit more gizzled in his late 20s or early 30s kind of way. They never mention his age in the game.
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Does Yuna love Jin?

For most of the game, it seems like Jin and Yuna teeter between being friends, and becoming more. There are moments where they look like they like one another, and there's even a missed kissing opportunity. However, she and Jin becoming a thing seems unlikely.
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Was Khotun Khan real?

The leader of the Mongol Empire in Ghost of Tsushima, Khotun Khan, is a fictional family member of the historical ruling Mongol line of khans. He's the made-up cousin of Kublai Khan and, thereby, the fictional grandson of Genghis Khan, the warlord unifier of the Mongol Empire.
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What parts of Ghost of Tsushima are true?

While not 100% accurate, Ghost of Tsushima is actually based on true historical events, chronicling the first Mongol invasion of Japan in which the island of Tsushima was occupied by the Yuan invasion force.
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Is Komoda Beach real?

Apart from Miuda Beach, Tsushima has several other beaches scattered across the island, including the historic Komoda Beach. Komoda Beach was one of the first locations that the Mongols attacked during their Japan invasion in 1274. 30,000 Mongol soldiers and 900 warships swarmed the beach during this intense battle.
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How long is 100% Ghost of Tsushima?

As a general baseline though, you're looking at 50-60 hours to 100% complete Ghost of Tsushima and earn the platinum trophy. If you only want to beat the main story however, expect to spend much less time with the game.
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Is Jin Sakai a ninja?

Jin was taught how to be a samurai by Lord Shimura. In much the same way, Jin could pass on the role of the ghost to a disciple of his that he deems worthy. Alternatively, there could be multiple ghosts striking at the same time, all of them inspired by Jin and his ninja tactics.
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What year is Ghost of Tsushima set in?

Ghost of Tsushima is a third-person open-world action-stealth video game developed by Sucker Punch Productions exclusively for the PlayStation 4. It takes place in 1274 on the island of Tsushima in Japan. The player controls the hero, Jin Sakai, as he fights back against a Mongol invasion.
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Who is Lord Shimura based on?

Lord Shimura is possibly named after Japanese actor Takashi Shimura ( 志村 喬) who is noteworthy for his appearances in 21 of 30 films by Japanese director Akira Kurosawa (more than any other actor) including Rashomon (1950), Seven Samurai (1954) and Throne of Blood (1957).
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Is clan Shimura real?

Both characters are entirely fictional. The Sakai samurai clan has existed in real-life for generations, but it wasn't established until the 14th century — and the Sakai clan has never been led by a man named "Jin." There's also no such thing as the "Shimura Clan" in Japan, though Shimura is a fairly common surname.
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Did Ghost of Tsushima do well in Japan?

With a gif showing the protagonist Jin Sakai, PlayStation Japan announced that Ghost of Tsushima has achieved one million copies sold in Japan, a milestone reached by not as many games as you might think, and certainly not many among Western developed titles.
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Is Iki Island a real place?

Iki Island (Ikishima) 壱岐島

Located between South Korea and the prefecture of Fukuoka, it is hard to believe this little island belongs to Nagasaki prefecture. Much like the rest of Nagasaki and its beautiful islands, Iki Island offers endless enjoyment, from white sand beaches to breathtaking viewpoints.
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Is Ghost of Tsushima 2 real?

A sequel to Ghost of Tsushima is yet to be confirmed by its publisher Sony Interactive Entertainment or developer Sucker Punch Productions. However, as you would expect with a high-profile title, the rumour mill has been in full operation, and so we have been trying to untangle exactly what has been said so far.
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Did the Mongols invade Tsushima?

The invasion force landed first on Tsushima Island in November 1274, where the local samurai force was overwhelmed. The Mongols, with their distinct style of warfare, which included the use of explosive projectiles, were a daunting adversary. From Tsushima, they moved onto Iki Island, also achieving victory.
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Is the Sakai clan still alive?

After Kazumasa's death and the invasion of Tsushima, Jin is the last known living member of the dissolved Clan Sakai.
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Did samurai use stealth kills?

Yes, samurais sometimes employed stealth tactics to kill their enemies, known as "shinobi no jutsu" or ninja techniques. While samurais were primarily known for their honor and open combat skills, there were instances where they used stealth to gain an advantage.
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Do samurai still exist?

Of course, samurai were abolished in the late-19th Century as Japan modernised, so you can't find samurai here today.
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Who does Lord Sakai marry?

He was married to Lord Shimura's younger sister, Chiyoko Sakai, who passed away seven years after the birth of their son.
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