Ghost of Tsushima Parents Guide: Age Rating, Safety & Tips
Recommended age: 16+
Recommended play time: 1.5 to 2 hours a day, maybe three on the weekend if they were really good with their homework
Oh boy, 'Ghost of Tsushima'! This is the game my eldest son (15, but I had to remind him he's 15) asked me to buy him a year ago. I'm no gaming expert, but I learned a bit to connect with them, and this game really seems like something special. Don't worry, I'll help you understand it in a minute and a half. Let's go!
What is this game
Listen, think of it like an old Japanese movie with samurais and amazing landscapes, but you're the main character. You're a hero named Jin Sakai, a samurai fighting against Mongol invaders on Tsushima Island. There are a lot of sword fights, stealth, and it's fun to explore the open world. It's not a game for small children; there's blood and some mature themes, like in samurai movies. My son explained to me it's like being a superhero but without superpowers, just with a sword and a lot of honor (and strategy, he told me).
Safety tips
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