‘Ghost of Tsushima: Legends’ anime series to release in 2027

“The Ghost of Tsushima anime will be produced in collaboration with Aniplex, the studio behind globally celebrated series such as Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Solo Leveling, and Sword Art Online.
 
The adaptation will be helmed by Director Takanobu Mizuno, with Gen Urobuchi (NITRO PLUS) for Story Composition and animation by KAMIKAZE DOUGA. Together, the team will bring Ghost of Tsushima: Legends’ traditional samurai aesthetics to life with cinematic storytelling and striking visuals.
 
Sony Music will serve as the strategic music and soundtrack partner for the series.”

“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.
 
The Ghost of Tsushima anime will offer fans an exciting new way to experience the game in an anime style that will be bold and groundbreaking.”

“Having already proven the immense quality and versatility of our gaming properties across multiple successful film and television projects, we couldn’t be more excited to announce our first ever anime adaptation.
 
Ghost of Tsushima’s rich, immersive world and its fantastical Legends mode based on Japanese mythology provide the perfect canvas for this project, and Aniplex is the perfect partner to translate Sucker Punch Productions’ hit video game into a stunning new anime series.”

“We are excited to create new opportunities for our artists to engage with such incredible global IP.
 
Music plays such a key role in the overall audience viewing experience and we are thrilled to be working alongside our Sony partners to develop compelling content for fans around the world.”

“Ghost of Tsushima is an open-world action-adventure game set in feudal Japan, developed by Sucker Punch Productions and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment.
 
Since its debut in 2020, it has captivated players worldwide with its breathtaking visuals, dynamic combat, and powerful storytelling.
 
The game has sold over 13 million copies globally across console and PC, as of August 11, 2024, and won numerous awards, including the Player’s Voice Award at The Game Awards 2020.
 
Its Legends cooperative multiplayer experience is inspired by Japanese folk tales and mythology.”