Ghost of Tsushima: Different Difficulty Levels and How to Change it

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This guide provides information on the differences in the difficulty levels in "Ghost of Tsushima." It also includes how to change the difficulty levels and the recommended difficulty level and type for first-time players!

Differences in Difficulty Levels in Ghost of Tsushima

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Types of Difficulty Levels and Their Differences

Difficulty Level Features
Easy A low difficulty level for players who want to leisurely explore Tsushima
Normal A well-balanced difficulty level for players who want to enjoy the story
Hard A high difficulty level for players who are not afraid of death
Lethal An advanced difficulty level for players who want more realistic combat and tension

Enemy Behavior Changes with Difficulty Levels

Enemy Behavior Changes with Difficulty Levels in Ghost of Tsushima

In this game, enemy movements and strategies change depending on the difficulty level. The higher the difficulty level, the more aggressive the enemies become, requiring more precise actions.

Lethal

Ghost of Tsushima Difficulty Level: Many Deaths

With the update on 7/28, a new difficulty level called Lethal (万死, "Many Deaths") has been added. In lethal mode, both enemies and allies have increased attack power, capable of delivering fatal blows in a single strike. Additionally, enemies become more aggressive and have a higher chance of detecting Jin, making it a super high difficulty level even for advanced players.

If you want to enjoy the story and exploration, choose "Easy"

Ghost of Tsushima_If you want to enjoy the story, choose Easy

For those who want to immerse themselves in the world of Ghost of Tsushima and enjoy the story and exploration, starting with "Easy" is recommended. The combat difficulty is low, so even players who are not good at action games can enjoy it.

Ghost of Tsushima_If you want to enjoy realistic combat, choose Hard

For those who are confident in their action-focused skills, it is recommended to start with "Hard" or "Lethal". In "Hard" and "Lethal" modes, enemy movements become more aggressive and require high player skill, providing a challenging combat experience.

How to Change Difficulty Level

Can be changed from the Game Play settings

You can change the difficulty level at any time by pressing the "OPTION" button and selecting "Game Play" from the settings menu. If you are not very skilled at the game, choose Easy or Normal, and if you are confident in your skills, choose Hard or Lethal.


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