It was initially believed by many that Ghost of Tsushima would receive a direct sequel continuing Jin's story. However, Ghost of Yotei has now taken the stage, instead promising to make the Ghost series a franchise featuring various protagonists and the Ghost as an idea rather than an individual. Set in 1603 Hokkaido, over 300 years after Jin Sakai's journey, Ghost of Yotei introduces a fresh protagonist, Atsu, who takes on the mantle of the Ghost in a vastly different cultural and geographical setting. While this premise offers plenty of room for innovation, it also presents a challenge: ensuring that Atsu's narrative arc and transformation into the Ghost are distinct from Jin's evolution.