Ghost of Yōtei has arrived with huge expectations, but like most major PlayStation exclusives, it launched with a hefty day-one patch. Even disc buyers will need to download patch v1.006 (followed closely by v1.007) before they can even step foot in the game.
The updates address 79 fixes in total, polishing combat, stabilizing performance, and bringing new PS5 Pro benchmarks into the spotlight. But while many issues have been resolved, not everything is perfect just yet. Let’s break down what the patch actually delivers—and what players still need to watch out for.
⚡ Quick-Fix Summary (At a Glance)
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✅ Performance modes smoothed, especially on PS5 Pro
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✅ Ray tracing stabilized with better shadows & reflections
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✅ Crowd missions & NPC animations less buggy
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✅ Crashes & duel exploit fixes
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❌ Frame rate dips still occur during heavy battles
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❌ Rare audio glitches (dialogue cut-outs, echoing)
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❌ Environmental pop-in not fully resolved
Performance Breakdown on PS5 & PS5 Pro
| Mode | Target FPS | Notes After Patch |
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| Quality Mode | 30 FPS | Stable visuals with detailed lighting and shadows |
| Performance Mode | 60 FPS | Much smoother, but dips in chaotic duels remain |
| Ray Tracing Mode | 30 FPS | Big improvement—less stutter, better shadows |
| PS5 Pro RT Performance | 40 FPS | Strikes balance between visuals & responsiveness |
Digital Foundry and community tests agree: PS5 Pro users now get the smoothest experience, but all modes benefit from the patch.
Gameplay & Combat Fixes
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Standoff encounters now resolve properly (no skipped animations).
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Duel exploit patched, fixing stamina loop abuse.
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Companion AI less likely to interrupt player combos.
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Environmental interactions (grappling hooks, destructibles) are more consistent.
Remaining Issues Players Report
Despite the strong polish, some rough edges remain:
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Mid-battle FPS drops during large crowd fights.
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Audio glitches like missing dialogue or echo.
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Character animations occasionally jitter in cutscenes.
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Environmental pop-in in fast traversal still noticeable.
Sucker Punch will likely continue ironing these out in upcoming hotfixes.
FAQs (Community’s Most Asked Questions)
Do I need Ghost of Yōtei’s patch to play?
Yes—v1.006 is required even if you own the disc.
How does it run on PS5 Pro after the update?
Best experience yet, especially in RT Performance mode at 40 FPS.
Is Ray Tracing playable now?
Yes, much smoother and less stutter-heavy.
Does the patch fix crashing?
Mostly—random crashes and duel bugs have been resolved.
🌐 Community Links & Resources
✅ With this patch, Ghost of Yōtei feels much closer to the cinematic, stable samurai experience fans were hoping for—but it’s not flawless yet. If you’re on PS5 Pro, you’ll enjoy the biggest gains, but every player benefits from the fixes.
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