Ghost of Yotei Global Release Time – Full Launch Countdown & Release Schedule by Region

After five years since Ghost of Tsushima, the wait is finally over — Ghost of Yotei is set to release worldwide on October 2, 2025 as a PS5 exclusive. This brand-new title takes players to a reimagined version of Japan, where you’ll experience Atsu’s story in a dangerous, historically inspired open world filled with exploration and combat.

To make sure no one gets a head start, Ghost of Yotei uses a midnight local time unlock system. That means the game will go live at 12:00 AM in your time zone, ensuring a fair launch for players worldwide.

Ghost of Yotei Launch Countdown – When Does It Unlock?

Here’s the complete breakdown of Ghost of Yotei release times across all regions:

• Pacific Daylight Time (PDT): 9 PM – October 1
• Mountain Time (MT): 10 PM – October 1
• Central Time (CT): 11 PM – October 1
• Eastern Daylight Time (EDT): 12:00 AM – October 2
• British Summer Time (BST): 12:00 AM – October 2
• Central European Summer Time (CEST): 12:00 AM – October 2
• Australian Western Standard Time (AWST): 12:00 AM – October 2
• Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST): 12:00 AM – October 2
• New Zealand Standard Time (NZST): 12:00 AM – October 2

This staggered release ensures that everyone starts their journey at midnight in their respective region.

Ghost of Yotei Editions & Prices

Players can choose between two editions of the game:

Standard Edition – $69.99

• Base game
• Pre-order bonus: in-game mask + PlayStation avatars

Deluxe Edition – $79.99

Includes everything in the Standard Edition plus:

• The Snake’s armor set
• Alternate dye for starting armor
• Exclusive horse & saddle colors
• In-game charm for Atsu
• Gold sword kit
• Early unlock of Traveler’s Maps

Important: Neither edition includes early access. No matter which version you buy, the game only unlocks when the clock hits midnight in your region.

Ghost of Yotei Day One Patch & Launch Prep

Like many modern PS5 exclusives, Ghost of Yotei comes with a Day One update. This patch focuses on:

• Stability improvements
• Ray Tracing Mode optimizations
• General bug fixes

Since preload is unavailable, you’ll need to download both the base game and this update at launch before you can play.

The Ghost of Yotei release countdown has officially begun, with a synchronized global launch rolling out by time zone. Whether you’re in the US, Europe, or Oceania, you’ll be able to dive into Atsu’s journey the moment the clock strikes midnight on October 2, 2025.

Get ready for an immersive, action-packed adventure in Japan’s historic landscapes — and make sure you clear space on your PS5 for the Day One download.