Ghost of Yotei’s biggest update since launch just dropped on November 24, and it’s packed with features that extend Atsu’s adventure well beyond the credits. Patch 1.100 introduces the highly anticipated New Game Plus mode, letting players restart their journey with all their hard-earned gear while unlocking exclusive rewards. Sucker Punch has also thrown in quality of life improvements, accessibility options, and visual enhancements that make this feel like more than just another patch.
New Game Plus Finally Arrives
After completing the main campaign, players can now dive back into Atsu’s quest for vengeance from the beginning while keeping everything they collected. All your armors, abilities, weapons, upgrades, cosmetics, resources, and collectibles carry over. This means you can bring guns to sword fights right from the start, completely changing how you approach early game encounters.
The mode doesn’t just let you replay the story with overpowered gear. Sucker Punch added harder difficulty options specifically for New Game Plus, giving experienced players a real challenge even with maxed out equipment. There’s also a new currency called Ghost Flowers that you earn by completing content you’ve already finished in your first playthrough. These flowers can be exchanged with Masujiro the Melodious, a new vendor who sells exclusive items you can’t get anywhere else.
What You Can Unlock in New Game Plus
The new vendor offers more than 30 cosmetics including two brand new upgradeable armor sets that are exclusive to New Game Plus. You’ll also find fresh weapon dyes to customize your arsenal and 10 new charms that provide unique passive bonuses. Existing armor sets and weapons now have an additional tier of upgrades, meaning your favorite gear can become even more powerful.
Trophy hunters will appreciate the two new trophies added specifically for New Game Plus. Mo Ichido requires you to complete Atsu’s Hunt in New Game Plus, while Rare and Exceptional unlocks when you make your first purchase from the new vendor. These trophies are separate from the base game’s platinum, so completionists have more reasons to jump back in.
Replayable Content and Post Game Features
One of the smartest additions in this patch is the ability to replay challenge content after you’ve completed it once. All 22 Yotei Six Camps can now be replayed, along with 26 challenge duels. This is huge for players who finished the campaign and wanted more combat scenarios without starting over. You can test different builds and strategies against these challenges using your fully upgraded character.
The patch also adds a new stats display that lets you track your progress and jump into replayable content directly from the menu. It’s a small feature that makes a big difference for anyone who wants to maximize their completion percentage or just revisit favorite moments.
Accessibility Gets Major Upgrades
Sucker Punch continues to set the standard for accessibility in AAA games with this update. Players can now turn off fall damage entirely, though the game warns that some falls will still be lethal for dramatic purposes. You can enable automatic looting of dead enemies, saving you from having to interact with every corpse after a fight. There’s even an option to skip Sumi-e minigames completely if you find them tedious.
The touchpad swipe controls can now be remapped to the D-Pad, giving players alternative control schemes for minigames. An additional loadout slot means you can save more gear configurations for different playstyles. There’s also a visual indicator when following animals like wolves or foxes during side activities, making these sequences easier to navigate.
Photo Mode and Visual Improvements
Photo Mode received several enhancements that photographers will appreciate. You now have shutter speed control for motion blur effects, a composition grid to help frame shots, and new filters to apply different looks. These additions make an already impressive photo mode even more powerful for capturing stunning moments.
The update introduces a Balanced graphics mode that sits between Performance and Quality settings, though it requires a display with 120Hz refresh rate support. VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) is now supported for smoother gameplay on compatible displays. Various rare visual bugs have been squashed, and the team fixed several crashes that affected some players.
Looking Ahead to Legends Mode
With New Game Plus out the door, attention turns to Ghost of Yotei Legends, the co-op mode scheduled for 2026. Sucker Punch has confirmed it will feature two-player story missions and four-player survival missions against demonic versions of the Yotei Six. Players will choose from four different classes, though details about what those classes will be remain under wraps.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the New Game Plus update free?
Yes, patch 1.100 is completely free for all Ghost of Yotei owners. You don’t need to purchase any DLC or season pass to access New Game Plus and all the new features.
Do I need to finish the game to access New Game Plus?
Yes, New Game Plus unlocks after you complete the main story campaign. Once you see the credits, you’ll be able to start a New Game Plus run from the title screen.
Can I earn Ghost Flowers in my first playthrough?
No, Ghost Flowers are exclusive to New Game Plus. You earn them by completing content in New Game Plus that you already finished in your first playthrough, then spend them at the new vendor.
Will my difficulty setting carry over to New Game Plus?
You can choose your difficulty when starting New Game Plus, including the new harder difficulty options that were added specifically for this mode. You’re not locked into whatever difficulty you used in your first playthrough.
Can I replay story missions or just the challenge content?
Currently, you can replay the 22 Yotei Six Camps and 26 duels. To replay the main story missions, you’ll need to start a New Game Plus run.
Do the new armor sets in New Game Plus have unique abilities?
The patch notes mention two new upgradeable armor sets exclusive to New Game Plus, but specific details about their abilities haven’t been revealed. You’ll need to purchase them from the vendor and test them yourself.
Is VRR support available on all platforms?
VRR support is available on PS5 and PS5 Pro when connected to a compatible display. You’ll need a TV or monitor that supports variable refresh rate to take advantage of this feature.
Conclusion
Patch 1.100 represents exactly what post-launch support should look like. Sucker Punch listened to player feedback and delivered meaningful content that extends the game’s lifespan without charging extra. The combination of New Game Plus, expanded accessibility options, replayable content, and visual improvements shows a developer committed to making their game better long after release. Whether you’ve been waiting to replay Atsu’s story or you’re still working through your first playthrough, this update gives you plenty of reasons to keep exploring the world of Yotei. With Legends mode coming in 2026, it’s clear that Sucker Punch has long-term plans for this game, and this patch is just the beginning.