YOU HAVE TO HEAR Ghost of Tsushima's Sacrifice of Tradition

Ghost of Tsushima is one of my favorite video games. This music, is part of the reason why. This moment in game is so powerful. I'll never forget it.
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[@nyxel2591]

Ghost of Tsushima was such an unexpectedly emotional game, really enjoyed it

[@czechpoint_18]

To be honest, I'm sure that it wasn't just me who expected ghost of tsushima to just be a game about just killing and the story being mid, but God Damn I'm glad I was wrong.

[@tainahautamaki5726]

This melancholic music plays at the end of the gameplay version of this game in the fight scene when the Ghotst Of Tsushima Jin and his uncle lord Shimura fight because of this treachery, Jin killing his uncle. I''ve watched the gameplay version of this game a few times, the death of Ghotst of Tsushima''s most loyal horse and partner Sora, and the fight scene between Ghotst Of Tsushima and his uncle''s fight are the most dramatic moments of this game !!!!!! Rest in peace Sora you was most loyal horse now you can rest in peace butt we are going to miss you!!!! 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭 the flute is the Shakuhachi

[@DarthVader-xh3mo]

The score, surroundings and sorrow all coincide to create probably my favourite duel in media. The red flowers representing Lord Shimura’s fundamentalist commitment to honour and tradition, while the white flowers represent Jin’s sacrifice of the Samurai code, becoming the Ghost. Two warriors who walk different paths.

[@RoPlay]

This is *chef’s kiss! So perfect of a description.

[@masterofsorrow2699]

Wow game have color flower game best

[@joodgement3388]

I cried like a little baby at the ending of this game, truly a masterpiece.

[@MarcoMeatball]

I was frozen for a long time

[@phosphor112]

The "non-canon" ending destroyed me. The way the credits fade seamlessly[y into the powerful vocalized version of his motif, it still gives me chills.

[@joodgement3388]

@@phosphor112 which one is the non-canon one?

[@IRurushu]

@@joodgement3388 If i'm not mistaken, i think killing Shimura is the non-canon one

[@naisaShip]

when the vocals hit I almost died

The soundtrack to Ghost of Tsushima was as beautiful as the island... I almost want to 100% it again.

[@MarcoMeatball]

Same tbh

[@pyrespt3307]

Same

[@treefish501]

uuugh why does sony have to be so greedy PORT TO PC PLEASE HURRY UP but the game seams amazing

​@@treefish501 i really hope they will... more people should be able to play this game

[@Anonymous-st3gy]

​@@treefish501they will when it's movie will be dropped

[@scrollkeeper5272]

Ghost of Tsushima is one of my top ten games of all time. It's written incredibly well,the music is phenomenal, and the gameplay is fantastic.

[@lancerhades971]

Going into act three, when they did the thing, with the thing, bro i cried

[@Z-Mikes00]

idk why but despite having every intention to i didnt get around to this at launch, 2020 was a just a weird year in may of last year i got an opportunity to get a ps5 from my mom and went to go get some games for it. the main thing i was getting was death stranding DX (loved the game on ps4 and wanted to experience the extra content, plus i got demons souls at launch lol) and as i was browsing in case i wanted more i saw ghost and realized i missed out in it and heres my opportunity play it. the other game i got with my ps5 tho digital due to the 6 hour demo was cyberpunk (ended up loving it). unfortunately i really staggered in playing it alot and didnt even really start it till around june cause i got sucked into cyberpunk, and finished ghost and dlc in feb 2023. other games got in the way lol. but what i will say is i went in with high expectations. after all, it was nominated for goty and when it came to the discussion of what game shouldve won instead of last of us, this game was often brought up when doom eternal wasnt (a fgoat for me). i went with hard difficulty and jp dub and was blown away by amazing this game, even my high expectations were blown out of the water. the jp dub added such an extra layer of immersion and authenticity that hearing the english VA sounds really foreign and out of place to me, and playing on heard really made for a rewarding experience and really made doing everything on the map worth it, i tried the dlc on lethal and i didnt care for it much tbh. the dlc was also really great, especially its narrative. such and incredible game and experience. easily sucker punch's magnum opis

[@altair7x]

The flute begins and I could cry. This game is a masterpiece and so is the soundtrack.

[@nimarus3118]

The duel with Lord Shimura was the one time I think everyone wanted to hold back. Nobody wanted to see this duel conclude, let alone happen.

[@RoPlay]

Ghost of Tsushima was one of the GREATEST experiences I’ve ever had. The scenery, the story, THE MUSIC…I cried so many times during this beautiful game! I did the first run and got the Platinum trophy and now I’m on my second run. This piece in a particular moment of the game broke me, it BROKE me. You chose a masterpiece indeed!!

[@Megidramon]

The first time I played Ghost of Tsushima, which was on the PS4, I was so blown away by the breathtakingly beautiful music, scenery and animation. The second time I played Ghost of Tsushima, which was on the PS5, I was immediately reminded of that first time, and how much more beauty I missed because of the limitations of hardware on the PS4. Jin's relationship with his living family's similarities to my own. The fact that I'm a veteran that has seen the destruction that combat causes. Playing through Jin's story with that as a basis made me feel like I was *LIVING* the game, not just playing it. Riding Kage, and later Sora, while running my hand through the pampas grass. Slaying Mongols left and right. Killing my best friend. Revenge for my own pain and suffering that another human has created for me. But without a single doubt, the wost was feeling Lord Shimura's heartbeat in my hands as it faded, because of the PS5's advanced rumble features. It made me feel as if I had murdered my own uncle, which, just like Jin and Lord Shimura's relationship, has been the best father-figure for me in my own life. I can only try to begin to understand the regret and pain Jin went through when I made that choice for us. Despite the fact that it is so new, barely 3 years old now, it has risen to be in my top 3 favorite stories of all time. Not video games. Stories, which encompasses movies, novels, comic books, manga, live theater, history itself *AND* video games, as well as several others that I can't think of at the moment. To me, it's *THAT* fucking good. The fact that it didn't win GotY back in 2020, losing it to The Last of Us Part 2, only proves that the people who make those decisions don't actually play or beat the games themselves. Don't misunderstand what I'm saying. TLoUP2 is a good game. I enjoyed it. That being said, TLoUP2 is just that. A game. Ghost of Tsushima is an interactive masterpiece. It deserved GotY back in 2020.

[@SteveHolm89]

As I wrote on your last Tsushima vid its criminal that this ost wasnt even nomiated at the Game Awards that year.

[@HoodedMushroom]

Sadly thats pure politics, it was suposed to be all about Last of Us 2. It won the most important award tho, gamers choice GOTY.

[@CJR-wv8kc]

​@@HoodedMushroomI agree there is no way GoT should not have swept the board at those game awards.

[@carbinecryo30716]

⁠@@CJR-wv8kcI still believe in some things other games should've won Personally DOOM Eternal was still my soundtrack pick. And probably my gameplay pick, shit was nuts. But I do agree that as a complete experience, Ghost Of Tsushima was absolutely one of the best games I've ever played in my LIFE. It's just...so good.

[@philthygamerPC]

This track brings me to tears every time. When Jin and Shimura rise from them both writing their final words and approaching each other, swords drawn at the same time, so ritualistically was so sublime, sad but uplifting at the same time. The music is so emotional and it feels like my heart is about to burst trying to contain everything that I'm feeling , at that moment in time. I've played the game several times and have shed tears every single time at that scene. One of the most powerful pieces of music I have ever heard. It will remain in my heart until the day I die.🥲

[@ChazEevee]

Man, there’s so much anguish, sadness and pressure. First time listening to it, love your reaction

[@joodgement3388]

2:13 Jin and shimura walk away and turn around drawing their swords... Once father and son... To enemies.. This battle is not out of hatred. It is grief, pain.. Longing..

[@cosmic2750]

The duality of this track is top tier. Spoilers ahead: On one hand you have Jin's track, which is basically the Ghost's theme now. Full of ambition, yet melancholic. It signifies that things must keep moving forward, it marks the beginning of a new era. While Lord Shimura's version represents a bygone era. Yet so full of wisdom, discipline and principle. Lord Shimura is the one who still abides the Samurai code, and his track represents that: wise, old owl who'll never forget what his mentor taught him. Ghost of Tsushima is absolutely one of best games I've ever played even in terms of just story alone.

[@ImRoosevelt]

Everytime I hear this I get flashbacks about the last fight. And then those drums hit and everything just ascends

[@niello5944]

3:50 That took me by surprise, and from that point onward it's just awesome.

[@mamelucoderribado]

he really had to leave behind what he loved most, his samurai way, for the good of the people. It's a truly sad yet hopeful ending.

[@mostlyjovial6177]

So. Ghost of Tsushima is one of the select few games that lay claim to being a source of great emotion from me. I have never cried tears over a game like I have Ghost. The entire finale was one of the few genuinely emotional moments in media for me. I often am very separated from my emotions and from the media I consume, it’s a byproduct of my ptsd and often a detriment to my enjoyment of many things. This track I just sat and deflected blow after blow listening too as I teared up. Realizing what was coming. I inevitably gave Shimura what he wanted. I felt it was right, what it meant to him. I wish I could experience that genuinely once in a lifetime game for the first time again. But it will always be one of the games that I will always consider as a masterpiece, and remember forever.

[@torinlupo807]

he looks like he's both on the verge of tears and getting phenomenal head at the same time

[@MarcoMeatball]

thank you

[@edwardwestmoreland-caunter6128]

There are moments in this piece that remind me of "The City Must Survive" from Frostpunk, which I highly recommend you check out if you haven't already

[@popeneiad7968]

He has already actually

[@erfanesmaili12]

At last!!! I have been commenting over and over again to recommend this and finally the video is here!❤ Spoiler alert: For those of you who does not know this, the track is both "The Way of the Ghost" and "Lord Shimura" combined into one single piece of music and that's the beauty of this gem! The soundtrack shows both sides of the arguement and we have the journey of Jin Sakai replete with emotion on one side and then we have The Honorable samurai who lives by their own code and one who cannot let go of the traditions.

[@RoPlay]

Ghost of Tsushima was one of the GREATEST experiences I’ve ever had. The scenery, the story, THE MUSIC…I cried so many times during this beautiful game! I did the first run and got the Platinum trophy and now I’m on my second run. This piece in a particular moment of the game broke me, it BROKE me. What a great piece of music for a video!

[@aidenreed680]

Man ghost of tsushima, what a fantastic game that I was glad to play, many emotions I had while playing though this game, sadness from this track most of all

[@guujigaming]

Yes! Been waiting for this. Ghost has amazing music, and is also is also perhaps one of my favorite games ever, aside from Genshin! The ending of Ghost made me cry so much, and the music did a phenomenal job in painting a picture of the immense pain and suffering, yet also highlighting some of the beauty of Tsushima. Big respect for the music composers of this game!!

[@lolled51]

if this is gonna be the ghost of tsushima movie intro im gonna lose it. so perfect

[@okmowstop9]

Coming back to this game again after playing it over and over again. Its like Im going back in time.

[@kaimilize8328]

I literally cry every time I hear again the way of the ghost, this game and its music is amazing

[@Huckleberry42]

Fact that this game didn't get nominated for best music blows my mind even years later.

[@SilverRiMiX]

I played this game and it immediately shot up to my top 4 favorite games of all time; Kid Icarus: Uprising, Bravely Default, Bravely Second, and Ghost of Tsushima. Those are all pretty interchangeable. Everything in GoT was created with so much love and so much passion. Such a beautiful game in every aspect. Such an emotional and surreal journey.

[@kolya121212]

Always love to see a new video on thiis channel! Thank you for sharing this with us!

[@_Eternal-Darkness_]

One of the best games I've ever played, visuals, characters, landscapes, story, music. The game is just so amazing

[@MarcoMeatball]

It’s an easy 10/10 game that stays with you forever

[@_Eternal-Darkness_]

I 100% agree

[@Tolly7249]

GoT was a game that got me in a bunch of ways I didn't expect. Beautiful game, traditional but exceptionally well told story, fantastic gameplay. Really proved to me that the PS5 wasn't necessary at the time too, because the PS4 still has a ton of untouched potential. And the music, oh DAMN. The music was uniformly amazing! Beautiful and evocative to the very end.

[@grimreefer213]

Wow, what a beautiful song. I tend to really like the more sad and emotional songs. I’ve never even played this game but this song is evoking emotions in me

[@PhyrexianPraetor]

oh love to see you cover this game, was one of my favorites of the last generation

[@rileymachelle4088]

I just love your appreciation for videogame music, I immediately bought the vinyl album the second I finished the game because of how amazing the entire soundtrack is. I love to go back and just listen to the suites, personal fav of those is Suite III Boshido! Also I'd love to hear your thoughts on the legendary Halo soundtrack, particularly Finish The Fight from Halo 3. Most Halo fans get emotional from hearing just one piano note, and that theme specifically is the reason why

[@ladytookie9169]

This game is so unbelievably not talked about enough. It has one of, if not, the best story experiences I've ever been through. Not to mention all the updates it got besides the dlc were free including a great multiplayer co op. It's crazy how overlooked this gets when discussing story driven games. Thank you for sharing this with us 💜 it was such an immensely emotional moment in the game.

[@barcotics1880]

the use of the cello is soo good on this track

[@dodogamusghaul]

This song never fails to bring tears to my eyes.

[@Xanatrix]

The entirety of the Ghost of Tsushima soundtrack is filled with poignant emotions, regardless of which track you listen to. It gets the heart pumping, the blood flowing, the constant adrenal response which leaves the hair on your arms standing. Fierce, visceral passion and hot tears. The whole game is magnificent. I truly consider Ghost of Tsushima a masterpiece in every facet of its creation.

[@Xanatrix]

On a side note, my favorite track is still The Way of the Ghost. Clare Uchima's haunting vocals just hit with a gut punch that you never really recover from.

[@AnA10Pilot]

Marco, Reviewing Beautiful Song Moving Soul My emotions Soar high Ghost of Tsushima is such a beautiful game. It's one of the only games that Ive gotten all the achievements in, in the last few years. The music, the game play, and my goodness the story. I was crying at the end. Thanks for covering this Marco

[@KagariTeru]

As always a joy to hear your thoughts on awesome Video Game tracks!

[@Austin554_]

I BEG OF YOU to do “Way of the Ghost” from this game. I have platinumed and replayed this game 5 times now and every. Single. Time. I hear that piece, it brings me such an encapsulating sense of inevitability and loss on the journey instead of the journey itself. A slow, yet ever-so destructive reminder of that comes when on a one way path. The vocals are astounding, and it follows the same path of rhythm as this song to an extent. Would be so intrigued to see your reaction.

[@BigBoss-nc7tz]

its an Art .. Everything about this game is Amazing .. i just hope for ghost of tsushima 2

[@arcsoulphantom2678]

I’m legitimately suprised I didint see this video before from Marc. I really loved this game back then and really wish for a part 2 or some form of sequel. Maybe more dlc hopefully one day

[@MarcoMeatball]

Love this game SO much

[@Youdoyouyeah]

The ending song - the way of the ghost has such powerful vocals from Ilan Eshkeri. I was in tears looking at the glorious visuals and the power of the piece.

[@Jetstream_Selrach]

Been waiting for this for a little while now

[@Bedric]

This and V. Seiiki gives me goosebumps bc they feel like they’re composed by Zimmerman

[@hessianqrow7977]

*Is currently tearing up* Choosing the good end what a powerful end it is

[@MarcoMeatball]

"good ending" it's tough either way

[@hessianqrow7977]

@@MarcoMeatball Indeed 😥

[@levil.2734]

Hey Marco! I love your work, thanks for using your talents to entertain and educate us nerds. I don’t know if you’ve ever played returnal, but the way musical motifs tie into the emotional and narrative core of the game is unparalleled. Specifically the track “Hyperion”. Would love to hear your thoughts on it in a video someday.

[@LukeGarou]

I never quite connected with the game's story (open world games like this and I have a tenuous relationship) but I will forever love this game for its world and its wonderful soundtrack.

[@dwerical]

It's just so amazing and full of emotion.

[@Crystalhair2024]

You have said this is one the best osts I have ever heard in a video game quite a lot by now. Perhaps just make an actual top 10 list to know which do you actually consider the best of best.

[@MarcoMeatball]

Let me live also good idea

[@pandirex7762]

It's one of my most favorite soundtracks

[@ALMOSTNKKD]

You MUST listen to Undefeatable, Break Through It All, Find Your Flame, I'm Here and One Way Dream, all from Sonic Frontiers. They are absolutely amazing and I'm Here has some orchestra mixed with heavy rock

[@MarcoMeatball]

I'll check it out!

[@executioner_ecgbert884]

This is such a good song. I think my favorite track was the strawhat dueling theme. Super lively and imposing ✌️

[@XxguaxinimxX.]

This music is really powerful!

[@Alfred_bb]

Ghost of tsushima is just a masterpiece of art

[@dogwithheadphones]

This part of the game is quite literally one of the most emotional moments in gaming history imho. It’s up there with the likes of the end of Red Dead 2, and a large part of that is through this game’s soundtrack. Ghost of Tsushima is such a beautifully and passionately written, composed, and crafted masterpiece. A true modern classic.

[@LaserTractor]

Same with "Legacy of Kazumasa Sakai". It's like track that signifies answer, resolve for Jin that he wished to find.

[@Final_Fantasy_7]

Iki island is so beautiful I often just stop and look out to the seas during sunset

[@kimjongun4343]

You really should check out one of 5 tsushima suites, it's pretty much 5 great japanese orchestral pieces, random parts of which are used in the game now and then. Thank you!

[@izzymosley1970]

I think it would be nice if you listened the Sisyphus prime theme form ultralkill it's the most recent song added to that game and also my favorite song from that game so far.

[@Leonismychild]

Idk care, if you don’t think that Got, is a masterpiece. I do. I love it so much. It’s one of the only few games that make me cry.

[@Pieguy223]

Recommendation: ultrakill P-2 just dropped and it's ost is absolutely insane, someone already gameripped the level's entire suite.

[@CthulhuSeeker]

Y E S😭

[@ColinCannoli]

3:30 tears flowed 👀

[@pyrespt3307]

My favorite game

[@kabashima8472]

You might want to react to the way of the ghost because its very similar to this one and has insane vocals. i get goosebumps everytime i listen to it

[@Anonymous-st3gy]

One of the best PS4 games of all time

[@Tyberos253]

This game is my second favourite game. Place one being God of War 2018/Ragnarök

[@user-gh1gi7hy9u]

I'm new to your channel, but I saw the video where you react to Calamity soundtrack and now I recommend you to listen to Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knight soundtrack. I played this game and the OST here is just beautiful.

[@TheNewFlutist]

God the music is Battle of the Heroes or Duel of the Fates in samurai form. The Ghost theme battles Lord Shimura's theme. I love how Shimura's theme has suddenly turned dark and tyrannical, this is the most epic version of his theme, lost in madness. If we lose, Lord Shimura falls to darkness forever, and if we win, we fall into darkness forever.

[@morgonsvintagetraveling2669]

Have you played the iki island dlc in this game, if not I highly recommend you play it and look for the memories throughout the island. Last memory is important after completing all the other memories.

[@davidkymdell452]

I've never before, or since, wept openly while playing a video game, and not just once.

[@jaydenbedoya444]

If there’s one track I need you to listen to, it’s Old Snake off the MGS4 soundtrack. Would love to hear your analysis and take on it

[@MarcoMeatball]

Oof old snake

[@meat1533]

I don't know if anyone before me recommended this but i thought i might as well do omori - it's a deep psychological horror game with an absolutely brilliant story and a unique soundtrack that's intrinsically tied to the events that are happening in game. so there's this whole part with these really short "tracks" that are barely a minute long but have so much impact due to the things they entail. pretty random of me to recommend something like this but i will scream from the hills for everyone who i think might have the least bit of interest to check it out

[@D-Walker]

I may cry a lot from watching GOW: Ragnarok... But Ghost of Tsushima, I may cry a few times but boy, I cried HARD when I did

[@demon691]

Best battle ost of this game *Why not GOTY? EXPLAIN ME!*

[@CJR-wv8kc]

The shill awards were a sham. The one time the award was chosen by fans Ghosts won hands down.

[@Sal_II14]

still can’t believe that GOT doesn’t even got nominated for best scores that year

[@TrashParty]

Yes yes yes everything about ghost of tsushima is just yes.

[@CamaradaGagarin]

My favourite track from the official score of this game is Tsushima Suite. II - Shurai You just KNOW shit is about to go down when it plays. Do more reactions on the soundtrack of Ghost of Tsushima! that one is usually overlooked

[@MarcoMeatball]

I will!

[@megzrayray]

just a song recommendation, you should listen to Tenebre Rosso Sangue. It's a song from Ultrakill, and it came out just yesterday.

[@hermanwillem7057]

i mean this is THE Shigeru Umebayashi, Grandmaster, Omnyoji, House of Flying Daggers, In the Mood For Love etc. he's the GOAT. my favorite is Seiiki and Tsurai tho from ghost of tsushima and you really should hear it, really

[@Bloodcrave87]

i remember this didn't even get nominated for best soundtrack at the vga that year, so dumb

[@wanou_4259]

Do you still take song requests ? If yes, could you check out Tenebre Rosso Sangue from Keygen Church ?

[@unkillablekats]

Ong you should play Doki Doki Literature club. The ost, the characters its amazing. The only put offs are that its a visual novel where you talk to 4 girls, get to know them, etc. No 18+ stuff btw. And also the fact that it takes a while to get to the good parts, but once it reaches that tipping point, it keeps you hanging on. Edit: Just be careful bc some scenes are quite shocking and trigger warning for some viewers.

[@Tyberos253]

The death of the horse makes shed a tear every time 😢

[@theinspiredgamer1949]

RIP Nobu. You were truly the most trusty of steeds.

[@evgamer2433]

RIP Kage, you were truly the best at sticking to the shadows.

[@joelrice6093]

are you crying? This soundtrack made me sad.

[@ferchoalvarezdlp872]

I really highly recommend you listen to theme song of Sir Alonne of Dark Souls II. Great vídeo 🙂

[@jacobmosovich]

im getting last samurai vibes

[@therealzeon]

❤

[@copboi8953]

Marco i would want to ask did you or will you react to moon halo/everlasting flames from honkai?

[@MarcoMeatball]

I will next month!

[@swai_see4066]

The timing of me Replaying on New game+ and this Music Review/Analysis from one of my favorite KZbin Game Music/Gaming/Opera Channel is just Funny and Fascinating. I tried to listen to the album as a background audio but It's Impossible for me because how all these pieces take center stage and I just stop doing what I do to appreciate it with eyes closed. Sacrifice of Tradition is too strong it hurt me (while in-game and as the supposed "Background music"). I have to just find a more appropriate background music to listen, I can't work like this LMAO

[@MarcoMeatball]

It's such a good game

[@KnotComplicated]

Listen to "The Way of The Ghost" as well if you get a chance.

[@koin799]

can you also check "way of the samurai" from the ost

[@MarcoMeatball]

Yeh

[@draculinalilith396]

dang fr

[@suncanny1418]

I know you make mostly reactions to videogame music but would you please react to madder sky from Code Geass? I just really want to hear your thoughts.

[@carbinecryo30716]

How in the fuck did I miss this on the channel Edit: Also this game sticks out to me because, it's not necessarily the best at anything compared to other games. It's not the best gameplay I've ever experienced, not the best story, not the best soundtrack, etc etc etc. To me it's not the best I've experienced in any of these individual aspects. AND YET, with WHAT it does in each aspect, and how well it does each thing, even if it's not the best at individual parts of gaming I love, it's the COMBINED experience that makes it one of my favorite games EVER.

[@ajizel13]

Do oni of the void, please

[@itilitil5543]

Try the Eternal Blue Sky one

[@jester3649]

You should react to ''For Yarikawa'' my favorite track!!