Arthur Morgan’s VA Backing Ghost of Yotei’s Female Lead Is How We Know The Game Is Set to Outshine Even Tomb Raider

After the recent announcement of Ghost of Yotei, a much-anticipated sequel to the beloved Ghost of Tsushima, the gaming community has been buzzing with so much excitement and anticipation. From the small glimpses shown in the announcement trailer, the sequel is poised to redefine action-adventure gaming with its compelling narrative, stunning visuals, and engaging gameplay.

However, the debut of the female lead, Atsu (replacing Jin Sakai), has also sparked an unexpected wave of criticism in the community, directed even at her voice actress, Erika Ishii. This backlash, fueled by a vocal minority, has even prompted Roger Clark, the voice behind Arthur Morgan in Red Dead Redemption 2, to step in and provide his much-needed perspective on the matter.

The Rise of A Strong Female Protagonist in Ghost of Yotei

In recent years, the video game industry has shifted rapidly. Titles like Horizon Zero Dawn and The Last of Us Part II have emerged and shown that female protagonists can be just as compelling and relatable as their male counterparts. Yet, even in 2024, there are still some segments of the gaming community that are still criticizing what represents a worthy lead character.

Enter Ghost of Yotei, which promises to redefine the action RPG genre with its immersive storytelling and engaging combat. The game features Atsu, a female lead who possesses depth and embodies all the characteristics that players crave from the series. Still, there is some backlash against her, showing the player’s inability to change with time.

Players are now criticizing and judging the voice behind Atsu, Erika Ishii, who is a renowned voice actress with a great track record of compelling performances. After seeing the horrible criticism, even Roger Clark raised his voice in support of Ishii and Atsu, dismissing the vocal minority and raising awareness.

I haven’t seen one complaint about playing as a female protagonist. All I see are reactions to the complaining. Once again, a minority of gamers are being amplified for calculated click bait and rage interaction. Ignore them, they’re insignificant. Enjoy the game #GhostOfYōtei

— Roger Clark (@rclark98) September 25, 2024

Many players are in support and trying to be positive about the situation.

Facts. Most of the time I don’t see complaints, but then I see:

“I don’t get the hate for ______ BUT HERES WHAT I THINK”

Rage baiting and click baiting. People just want to be the person that’s different, and they can’t post an original opinion. They have to fake a response.

— Bizzle (@BradBHipHop) September 25, 2024

While some are happy that at least someone is raising awareness.

Absolutely speaking facts

— Ben (@videotechuk_) September 25, 2024

These comments show that players are interested in the game and want to see how Atsu will continue the game’s legacy. However, some players are upset about the change in the protagonist, not because the protagonist is female instead they want to see more stories from Jin Sakai’s perspective.

Ghost of Yotei Poised to Outshine Other Female Lead Titles

As the gaming industry continues to diversify, titles that showcase strong female leads will only continue to gain traction. In a way, Tomb Raider, with its iconic female protagonist Lara Croft, paved the way for the other titles, showing that female-lead titles can also generate hype and revenue.

From the looks of it, Ghost of Yotei aims to elevate the standard even further by captivating players not only with its intricate character design but also through its rich storytelling and innovative gameplay mechanics. By centering the game’s narrative around Atsu, the developers are highlighting that diverse stories are not just important, they are essential to innovation.

As the game inches closer to its release (sometime in 2025), the gaming community should also learn to accept this change. Just like Roger Clark explained, the complaints from the minority should not overshadow the excitement surrounding a game that promises to push boundaries on every front.

In the end, despite all the backlash and criticism, players are excited about the game release and as always, one thing is certain: It is important to judge a performance after watching its quality, rather than by creating opinions beforehand.

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