Ghost of Tsushima
Ghost of Tsushima

Act II: Retake Castle Shimura

Guide to Act II's 'Retake Castle Shimura' in Ghost of Tsushima. Conquer critical main missions and advance Jin's fight to liberate Tsushima from Mongol forces.

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Act II: Retake Castle Shimura

Act II of Jin's Journey in Ghost of Tsushima focuses on the critical objective of retaking Castle Shimura from the Mongol forces. This act features a series of main missions that advance Jin's efforts to liberate Tsushima, building upon the events of Act I and leading towards the game's climax.

The main missions in Act II include:

  • A New Horizon

Jin Sakai, the protagonist, is Lord Shimura's nephew and a dedicated samurai. His journey involves balancing the samurai code with the realities of war, ultimately leading him to become the "Ghost of Tsushima."

Throughout the game, various quests are available:

  • Story Quests: Main missions like those in Act II.
  • Supporting Character Tales: Quests for allies such as Yuna and Masako.
  • Mythic Tales: Special side missions that reward mythical abilities or armor, often ending in boss battles.
  • Tales of Tsushima (Side Missions): Additional quests that expand the game world.

The Iki Island expansion also features additional content, including 7 side tales and 2 Mythic Tales. "The Unwritten tales" are not required for specific achievements.

Iki Island side quests include:

  • The Ghost of Iki Island
  • Caretakers of the Eagle
  • Troubled Waters
  • The Impact of Loss
  • Bloodletting
  • A Mother’s Law (starts by speaking to Fune after completing the main story)
  • A Helping Hand