Sucker Punch Productions released Ghost of Yotei Update 2.001 (v2.001.000) on September 22, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and PS5 Pro. This targeted hotfix addresses technical instability and audio bugs introduced by the massive Version 2.000 update that arrived one day earlier.

Ghost of Yotei Update 2.001 Key Fixes

The primary purpose of Version 2.001 is to restore performance after reports of crashing following the previous day’s patch. The update focuses on the following areas:

• Stability: General stability fixes to improve the experience and resolve game-wide crashes reported following the v2.000 patch.
• Audio: Resolution of multiple audio-related issues.
• Loading: Fixes for specific game loading issues.

Context of the Version 2.000 Update

Update 2.001 follows the substantial Version 2.000 update, which totaled approximately 29GB to 30GB. That update introduced several features to the game:

• Transmog System: Players can now change their character’s appearance while retaining the stats of different gear.
• Accessibility: A new high-contrast accessibility option.

Upcoming Content

While Update 2.001 ensures technical stability, it serves as the foundation for the Echoes of Sekigahara story expansion and the Most Wanted mode, both scheduled to launch on October 1, 2026. Detailed information on these releases can be found at the official PlayStation.Blog.

The expansion features a character named Nagato and explores the Battle of Sekigahara via flashbacks. Players who experienced crashes or audio issues after the September 21 update are encouraged to verify their game version is 2.001.000 to resolve those conflicts before the expansion’s October debut.