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Will the Disappointing Wait for Ghost of Yotei’s Free Legends DLC Hurt the Game’s Momentum?
Many fans are looking forward to the new game, Ghost of Yotei. It is set to come out in October 2025. While the main story about a new hero named Atsu is exciting, recent news from Gamescom has given players another big reason to be happy. The popular online multiplayer mode, Legends, will be coming back. Even better, it will be a completely free addition to the game.
This is wonderful news for everyone who loved playing the original Ghost of Tsushima. It means the game will have more to offer long after you finish the main adventure. Here is what you should know about the return of Legends and why it is such a great deal for players.
Understanding the Return of Legends Multiplayer
For those who might be new, Legends mode is a special part of the game that you can play with friends online. It is separate from the main single-player story. Instead of following Atsu’s personal journey of revenge in Hokkaido, Legends takes you into a world of Japanese myths and scary monsters. You team up with other players to fight through challenges together.
In the first game, Ghost of Tsushima, this mode was a surprise hit. It was added after the game came out, also for free, and people loved it. It let them enjoy the game’s smooth fighting style in a brand new way. The teamwork, special missions, and spooky enemies made it a unique experience that kept people playing for many more hours. Sucker Punch, the game’s developer, is bringing it back for Ghost of Yotei because it was so successful the first time.
What to Expect from the New Legends DLC
The new Legends mode will arrive sometime in 2026, after the main game has been out for a few months. This gives you time to finish Atsu’s story first. When the free update arrives, it will bring back the core of what made the original so much fun, with some new twists.
Here’s a clear breakdown of what has been confirmed:
Free for All Players
You will not have to pay extra money to get this multiplayer mode. If you own Ghost of Yotei, you will get the Legends DLC for free.
Two Ways to Play
There will be two main types of missions. You can join one other friend for two-player story missions that tell their own small tales. Or, you can team up with three other people for four-player survival missions, where you fight off waves of enemies.
Four Unique Classes
Just like before, you can choose from four different types of warriors. Each class has its own special skills and plays a different role in the team. You can choose to be a Samurai, Hunter, Ronin, or Assassin. Working together and using your class skills will be key to winning.
New Enemies to Fight
The enemies in Legends are not normal soldiers. They are demons and monsters from old Japanese stories. In Ghost of Yotei, you will fight supernatural versions of the main story’s villains, the Yōtei Six, along with other new scary creatures.
Why This Is a Smart Move for Players
Getting a whole multiplayer mode for free is a fantastic benefit. It shows that the game’s creators want to give players a lot of value for their money and time. The main game already promises a huge open world and a deep story set on Mount Yōtei. The addition of Legends in 2026 means your experience with the game won’t end when the credits roll.
It turns a single-player game into a shared adventure. You can explore a different, more magical side of the game’s world with your friends. This plan also helps build a strong community around the game, keeping it active and fun for a long time. While you will have to wait until 2026 to play Legends, knowing that such a big, free update is on the way makes the purchase of Ghost of Yotei feel even more worthwhile.