Ghost of Tsushima: Director’s Cut is out now on PS5, and offers an enhanced version of Sucker Punch Production’s open world adventure with improved visuals, faster loading times, haptic feedback controls, and an all-new expansion in the form of Iki’s Island.
It’s a comprehensive upgrade, but unlike a number of other next-gen releases, this one isn’t free. Whether you’re upgrading from the vanilla PS4 version or the Director’s Cut, you will need to pay for the privilege of enjoying Ghost of Tsushima on the new console.
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To make things nice and easy, we’ve compiled a guide to help you understand the upgrading process for Ghost of Tsushima: Director’s Cut alongside how much you’ll need to spend in order to pick up the version you’re looking for.
How do I upgrade Ghost of Tsushima on PS5?
There is no free upgrade path for Ghost of Tsushima on PS5, which is a shame for existing owners. However, if you are in possession of a digital or physical copy of the game the situation is still far cheaper than paying for a fresh version.
Whatever you do, it is all performed digitally on the PlayStation Store with you selecting the specific upgrade path you wish to purchase and ensuring you meet all of the necessary parameters. It sounds complicated, but don’t worry, it’s easy to figure out.
How much does it cost to upgrade Ghost of Tsushima on PS5?
So let’s break this down. If you want to upgrade your PS4 version to the PS4 Director’s Cut, this will cost you £15.99/$19.99 – and this will grant you access to the Iki Island expansion, a digital art book, director’s commentary, Legends co-op mode, and a few other worthwhile bonuses. However – don’t expect any next-gen additions here given you’ll be playing on the same platform.
An upgrade to the PS5 Director’s Cut will cost you £24.99/$29.99 and will come with enhanced visuals, performance, loading times, and haptic feedback controls. Obviously, this option is a little more expensive. If you upgrade from the PS4 Director’s Cut, to the PS5, this will cost £9/$9.99.
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