Critically acclaimed PlayStation game, Sony has officially announced an anime adaptation of “Ghost of Tsushima: Legends”. The announcement was made during Sony’s CES 2025 press briefing in Las Vegas, marking a significant expansion of the Ghost of Tsushima franchise into the world of anime.
Project Details
The anime series, slated for release in 2027, will be a collaborative effort between several powerhouse companies in the entertainment industry:
- Crunchyroll
- Aniplex
- Sony Music
- PlayStation Productions
The series will be directed by Takanobu Mizuno, known for his work on “Star Wars: Visions – The Duel” and “Batman Ninja.” Gen Urobuchi, acclaimed for his work on “Psycho-Pass,” “Fate/Zero,” and “Puella Magi Madoka Magica,” will be responsible for the series composition.
Animation production will be handled by Kamikaze Douga, the studio behind “Batman Ninja” and “JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure” openings. Sony Music will serve as the strategic music and soundtrack partner for the series.
Storyline and Concept
Interestingly, the anime will not focus on the main character of the original game, Jin Sakai. Instead, it will adapt the game’s “Legends” mode, a cooperative multiplayer component introduced as a later addition to Ghost of Tsushima.
This mode features four playable characters – a samurai, a ronin, an assassin, and a hunter – who band together to fight creatures from Japanese mythology.
Industry Reactions
The announcement has generated significant excitement within the industry. Rahul Purini, President of Crunchyroll, emphasized the project’s significance, stating,
“This project is a testament to the creative synergy within the Sony family, uniting the expertise of PlayStation Studios and PlayStation Productions; the creative team of Sucker Punch Productions and Aniplex; Sony Music’s iconic global artist roster; and Crunchyroll’s fan-first global marketing and distribution footprint”.
Asad Qizilbash, Head of PlayStation Productions, expressed enthusiasm about the adaptation, noting,
“Ghost of Tsushima’s rich, immersive world and its fantastical Legends mode based on Japanese mythology provide the perfect canvas for this project”.
Broader Context
This anime adaptation is part of a larger trend of PlayStation properties being adapted for other media. It joins other projects such as the “Uncharted” film, “The Last of Us” TV series, and an upcoming “Ghost of Tsushima” live-action film directed by Chad Stahelski of “John Wick” fame.
The “Ghost of Tsushima: Legends” anime series is set to premiere exclusively on Crunchyroll in 2027, offering fans a new way to experience the beloved game world through the lens of Japanese animation.
