Can you play Iki Island without beating the game?

You don't need to start a new game if you've already completed the main Ghost of Tsushima story if you want to go to Iki Island. But you do have to have played the main game long enough to unlock the new area.

Do you have to beat Ghost of Tsushima to play Iki Island?

Iki itself is an island off the southeast coast of Tsushima. Players cannot get there unless they complete this introductory mission and hop on a boat across the sea.

Can I play Iki Island without main story?

You'll be able to start Iki Island after completing the first act in Ghost of Tsushima. But for the sake of story purposes, the best time to play Iki Island is after finishing the main story.

Should I go to Iki Island before I beat the game?

I personally recommend you start the Iki Island DLC no sooner than just prior to the Siege of Shimura Castle. This gives Jin a chance to bring at least some stability to the fight against the Tsushima invaders before leaving.

Do you have to beat Ghost of Tsushima to play the DLC?

The DLC can be beaten at anytime, but you'll get far more out of it if you travel there with the experience of the Island of Tsushima.

Ghost of Tsushima - When Should You Play Iki Island DLC?

What happens if you beat Ghost of Tsushima without assassination?

The answer is 'No', the game's storyline is not affected by any of your approaches to a battle. You can choose whatever playstyle you want, irrespective of worrying about the end of the game. Whether you choose stealth or not, the game will still believe that you are using dishonourable ways to kill your enemies.

Should I 100 percent Ghost of Tsushima before new game plus?

To begin New Game +, you'll need to have completed the full story of Ghost of Tsushima and rolled credits. New Game + will then be available to you from the title screen.

What should I do before Iki Island?

Side quests are plentiful within the island. You don't have to do all of them before going to Iki Island, but we absolutely recommend doing as many Mythic Tales as possible, if not all of them. Each of them gives you a new tool or technique to use in combat.

How many hours is Iki Island?

When focusing on the main objectives, Ghost of Tsushima - Iki Island is about 5 Hours in length. If you're a gamer that strives to see all aspects of the game, you are likely to spend around 13½ Hours to obtain 100% completion.

What should I do before going to Iki Island?

Ideally, do the expansion once the main game is completed. Those who cannot wait that long should at least wait until the third act when Jin Sakai is stronger and has more tools in his arsenal. The longer one waits, the easier it will be to take on the enemies and duels on Iki Island.

Can you not fast travel off Iki Island?

Iki Island will also have an early period where you cannot Fast Travel off it until you complete the first four Tales of Iki, so keep this in mind if you feel you're not prepared for it's more difficult enemies.

Is Iki Island optional?

Ghost of Tsushima's Iki Island expansion is included in the game's new Director's Cut. It's a sort of an optional narrative interlude that slots right into the central story.

Can you save both on Iki Island?

Unfortunately, saving both hostages in The Impact of Loss isn't possible.

How many endings does Ghost of Tsushima Iki Island have?

Ghost of Tsushima has two different endings. Both of these story conclusions can be regarded as good and bad, depending on your take on the Samurai's Code of Honor.

How did I unlock Iki Island without paying?

Once players have access to the Toyotama region, they'll see a mission titled “Journey Into the Past” in the Akashima area. To unlock Iki Island, players must complete this mission and talk to a boatman.

Can you avoid becoming the ghost in Ghost of Tsushima?

In terms of the game's narrative, there isn't really a Ghost or samurai choice for the player to make. Jin will become the Ghost no matter what. However, the player can always decide what kind of Ghost they are. They can fully embrace stealth as their primary approach, or do so only reluctantly.

At what point should I go to Iki Island?

Iki Island Is Difficult in Ghost of Tsushima

At any point, players can leave Iki Island to level up, and earn more abilities through the main story. Although, it's recommended to come to Iki Island after completing the main game. This is more so from a story perspective.

Can you return from Iki Island?

Now that you've completed this first quest, you'll be able to jump into the storyline that finds Jin taking back Iki Island. Don't worry, though, if you have unfinished business in the main game, you can still go back to it anytime.

Is Iki Island better?

Iki Island doesn't do much beyond just offering more Ghost of Tsushima, but the new content is extremely worthwhile, thanks to a story that dives deeper into Jin's past, a few new combat wrinkles, and plenty of secrets to discover.

What happens if you wear Sakai armor in Iki?

The armor also boosts your Horse Charge skill, a new technique Jin picks up after arriving on Iki Island.

What armor should I wear on Iki Island?

However, it's extremely worth it as Black Hand Riku's armor, aka the Sarugami Armor, gives you some brilliant perks, even without any upgrades applied. It boosts your Perfect Parry and Perfect Dodge abilities, allowing the Parry to let you chain attacks with it, and the Dodge to hurt other enemies around you.

Which armor is best Ghost of Tsushima?

1. Sarugami Armor. As it stands, the best armor in Ghost of Tsushima is the Sarugami Armor, a highly powerful set that gives its wearer the ability to carve up fatal combos whenever a perfect parry is executed.

Will there be Ghost of Tsushima 2?

Although Sucker Punch Productions has not officially announced Ghost of Tsushima 2, Jin Sakai's story is not necessarily over yet. There are many routes that a potential Ghost of Tsushima 2 could take, including following the first game as an adaption of Japanese history.

What happens if you free all of Tsushima?

When you fully liberate an area and defeat the Mongols occupying those locations, you'll unlock a Ghost of Tsushima Trophy, and the fog of war will lift.

Is lethal difficulty hard?

In addition to Easy, Normal, and Hard, you can now take on the Mongol armies in a “Lethal” difficulty level. The devs bill it as more difficult than Hard, but in practice it's more a gameplay tweak. Yes, enemies are stronger—but you are, too.