The votes are in, and Ghost of Yotei has emerged as one of the biggest winners in this year’s PlayStation Blog Game of the Year Awards.
Sucker Punch’s PS5 sequel didn’t just take home the top prize, it swept across multiple categories, cementing its place as one of PlayStation’s standout titles of the year.
A Huge Night for Ghost of Yotei
Ghost of Yotei claimed Best PS5 Game, the headline award voted on by the PlayStation community. But that was only the beginning.
The game also secured wins for:
- Best New Character – Atsu
- Best Graphical Showcase
- Best Art Direction
- Best Audio Design
- Best Accessibility Features
- Best Use of DualSense
It’s a clean sweep that highlights not only the game’s cinematic presentation, but also its technical polish and commitment to accessibility and immersive gameplay.
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Runner-Up in Story and Soundtrack
Despite its dominance, Ghost of Yotei narrowly missed out in two major narrative categories. The awards for Best Story and Best Soundtrack went to Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, a critically praised RPG that also took home Best Independent Game.
Finishing runner-up in both categories still underscores how highly Ghost of Yotei was rated across the board by voters.
What the Wins Say About PlayStation Players
These results paint a clear picture of what resonated most with PlayStation fans this year:
- Strong character-driven storytelling
- High-end visual and audio presentation
- Meaningful DualSense integration
- Thoughtful accessibility design
Ghost of Yotei delivered on all fronts, and the awards reflect that balance between spectacle and substance.
PlayStation Blog Game of the Year Awards
Final Thoughts
With multiple category wins and strong runner-up placements, Ghost of Yotei has firmly established itself as a flagship PS5 experience. Whether you’re here for the combat, the atmosphere, or Atsu’s journey, PlayStation Blog voters have spoken. this is one of the year’s defining titles.
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