If you’re wondering whether Ghost of Yōtei has multiplayer, the short answer is no — not at launch. The PS5 sequel ships on October 2, 2025 as a single‑player game. A separate cooperative mode called Legends is planned as a free post‑launch update in 2026.

Multiplayer at a glance

Item What’s confirmed
Availability at launch No multiplayer at launch (single‑player only)
Mode name Ghost of Yōtei Legends
Release timing 2026 (specific date not announced)
Price Free DLC for all Ghost of Yōtei owners
Delivery Patch update
Online requirements PlayStation Network account and an active PlayStation Plus subscription for online play
Player counts Two‑player story missions, four‑player survival matches
Classes Four character classes (details not yet disclosed)
Theme and enemies Supernatural setting; includes demonic, giant versions of members of the Yōtei Six
PvP Not announced

What Ghost of Yōtei Legends actually is

Legends is a cooperative mode separate from the main open‑world campaign. It shifts from the grounded setting to supernatural encounters and team‑based missions. Two players can take on curated story missions, while four‑player groups can tackle survival activities. The mode features four classes (names and loadouts haven’t been detailed yet), and one of the marquee beats puts your team against towering, demonic versions of the Yōtei Six.

What you won’t get on day one

There’s no multiplayer of any kind on day one: no campaign co‑op, no raids, no PvP. The studio’s near‑term focus is the single‑player release. Multiplayer arrives later as Legends, and beyond the two core co‑op formats (story and survival), additional modes haven’t been announced.

How it compares to Ghost of Tsushima’s Legends

Ghost of Tsushima’s Legends established the template: a co‑op add‑on with class‑based play, two‑player story missions, and four‑player survival, plus later end‑game activities. Ghost of Yōtei’s Legends follows the same broad structure with a supernatural tone and class‑based roles. What’s different or expanded — class identities, weapon variety, mission design, end‑game — remains to be detailed.

Requirements, access, and cost

  • Legends is a free DLC update delivered as a patch to all Ghost of Yōtei owners on PS5.
  • You’ll need a PlayStation Network account and an active PlayStation Plus subscription to play online.
  • Age restrictions and the usual PlayStation Network terms apply.
Tip: If you plan to jump in at launch and return for Legends, finish the single‑player campaign and get comfortable with the combat systems — co‑op missions tend to lean on tight timing, crowd control, and team synergy.

Timeline recap

Before launch, the studio emphasized finishing the single‑player game for its October 2, 2025, release on PS5. Weeks later, it confirmed Legends as a free co‑op update targeting 2026 with two‑ and four‑player missions in a supernatural setting. No further specifics — like class names, progression, or additional modes — have been shared.

Quick FAQ

Question Answer
Does Ghost of Yōtei have multiplayer at launch? No. Multiplayer arrives later as Legends.
When does Legends release? 2026. There’s no exact date yet.
How many players can team up? Two for story missions, four for survival.
Is PvP included? There’s no PvP announcement.
How much does Legends cost? It’s free for all Ghost of Yōtei owners.
What do I need to play online? A PSN account and an active PlayStation Plus subscription.

The takeaway: play the campaign at launch, then plan for co‑op in 2026. Once class details and the full activity slate are outlined, you’ll have a clearer view of how teams will build roles and tackle those supernatural boss encounters.