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Yoshi-P reveals that Ghost of Yotei was his most impressive game of the year! As a Hokkaido native, he praised the developers for their stunningly accurate portrayal of Mount Yotei. “I’ve played many games, but I still find myself coming back to this one…” pic.twitter.com/8vQn3dYkSv
— Game News (@GamingReflex) December 27, 2025
“As a native of Hokkaido, I spent many winters snowboarding in Niseko, always in awe of Mount Yotei’s silhouette,” he noted. “The way the game captures that natural splendor is truly exceptional.”
Given his veteran status in game design and his intimate familiarity with the region, Yoshida’s endorsement is a significant win for Sucker Punch. While the sequel may have been overlooked during award season, having one of the industry’s most respected directors cite it as a source of inspiration is a remarkable achievement.
It leaves us wondering if Yoshida experimented with the game’s stylized “lofi mode”—perhaps a topic for a future interview.
As modern players face “dwindling free time,” Yoshida remains committed to ensuring Final Fantasy 14 feels rewarding, regardless of how many hours players can commit to the MMO.
