A scenic, low-stress completionist platinum — and the single-player run never touches Legends mode. The full trophy list runs to 52 trophies — 40 bronze, 9 silver, 2 gold and the Ghost of Tsushima Platinum — and this guide walks you through exactly how to earn every one.
Below you'll find a difficulty and time breakdown, a visual trophy chart, the smartest way to approach the run, a full step-by-step roadmap, the trickiest trophies, common mistakes to avoid, faster-platinum tips and an FAQ.
Ghost of Tsushima Platinum — At a Glance
| Difficulty | 4 / 10 — very achievable |
| Time to platinum | 45–60 hours |
| Trophies | 52 total (40 bronze, 9 silver, 2 gold, 1 platinum) |
| Playthroughs | 1 |
| Online required | No |
| Platforms | PS4/PS5 |
Trophy Breakdown
Here's how the 52 trophies in Ghost of Tsushima split across the four tiers:
Almost pure completion: Mythic Tales, artifacts, shrines, foxes, hot springs, bamboo strikes, haiku and pillars, plus the story. Nothing in the base game is missable, so you can finish everything after the credits.
How Hard Is the Ghost of Tsushima Platinum?
Difficulty doesn't affect trophies, so this is about full island completion: every Mythic Tale, artifact, shrine, fox den, hot spring, bamboo strike, haiku and pillar of honor, plus the three-act story. The guiding wind and clear map markers make the sweep painless — just long.
Because difficulty doesn't affect trophies, no fight here is a wall — the only thing standing between you and the platinum is the sheer size of the map. A few Shinto Shrine platforming sections cause minor frustration, but the guiding wind literally points you at everything you still need, so it's long rather than hard.
How It Compares to Similar Platinums
On our difficulty scale the Ghost of Tsushima platinum sits at 4/10 (very achievable) and takes roughly 45–60 hours, so it helps to see where it lands next to similar games. It sits below tougher grinds like God of War Ragnarök and God of War Ragnarök, which makes it a solid stepping stone before you take those on.
| Game | Difficulty | Time | Trophies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ghost of Tsushima (this guide) | 4/10 (very achievable) | 45–60 hrs | 52 |
| God of War Ragnarök | 5/10 (moderate) | 40–55 hrs | 36 |
| Hogwarts Legacy | 4/10 (very achievable) | 50–60 hrs | 46 |
| Marvel's Spider-Man 2 | 4/10 (very achievable) | 25–35 hrs | 42 |
The Smartest Way to Approach It
Clear the island region by region as the story opens it up, chasing every fox den and shrine as you pass — foxes lead to shrines, so you often bag two collectible types on one short detour. Save Mythic Tales for when you want their legendary gear, and lean on the per-region completion tracker to see exactly what's left before moving on.
Let the game's systems guide you rather than fighting the map. The guiding wind points you toward whatever you set as a marker, golden birds flutter toward nearby collectibles, and foxes always run to Inari shrines. Knock out bamboo strikes and hot springs whenever you pass them to raise your resolve and health along the way, so you're stronger for the story with zero extra effort.
Ghost of Tsushima Trophy Roadmap
Progress through the three-act story, which naturally opens each region of the island as you go and unlocks the tools you need for full exploration.
Clear each region to 100% before moving on, using the guiding wind and map markers. Chase every fox den, shrine, artifact and collectible while you're already in the area.
Complete all the Mythic Tales. These story vignettes reward legendary gear and techniques and carry their own trophies, so they're worth prioritising.
Finish the remaining activities — Shinto shrines, hot springs, bamboo strikes, haiku spots and pillars of honor. The shrine platforming is the only mildly fiddly part.
Reach maximum Legend rank and complete the final act. With every region at 100%, the platinum pops as you finish the island.
Trickiest Trophies in Ghost of Tsushima
Full completion — the long-but-guided sweep of every activity on the map.
Shinto Shrines — a few involve light platforming that can trip you up.
No true missables — the base game lets you finish everything post-story.
Mythic Tales — each requires completing a full side story for its legendary reward and trophy.
Max Legend — reaching the top rank means engaging with most of the island's content.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Leaving regions partly finished and having to criss-cross the map later to mop them up.
Ignoring the per-region completion tracker, which shows exactly what's left in each area.
Rushing past foxes and golden birds that would lead you straight to nearby collectibles.
Saving all the Shinto shrine platforming for the end, when it's easier done in the flow of exploration.
Tips to Platinum Ghost of Tsushima Faster
Chase every fox and shrine as you clear a region so nothing is left behind.
Use the per-region completion tracker to see exactly what remains.
Follow foxes to shrines — they double up two collectible types at once.
Do bamboo strikes and hot springs when you pass them to raise your stats along the way.
Follow the golden birds; they route you toward nearby collectibles automatically.
Ghost of Tsushima Platinum FAQ
How long does it take to platinum Ghost of Tsushima?
Most players need around 45–60 hours to platinum Ghost of Tsushima on PS4/PS5. Plan for 1 — and following a trophy roadmap keeps you on the efficient path.
Is the Ghost of Tsushima platinum hard?
It rates about 4/10 (very achievable). The main hurdle is full completion — the long-but-guided sweep of every activity on the map.
Do you need to play online for the Ghost of Tsushima platinum?
No — every trophy can be earned entirely offline in single-player; you don't need PlayStation Plus.
Can you get the Ghost of Tsushima platinum on PS4 and PS5?
Yes. Ghost of Tsushima shares one trophy list across PS4 and PS5, and progress carries over between them via cross-save where supported.
How many trophies does Ghost of Tsushima have?
52 in total — 40 bronze, 9 silver, 2 gold and the Ghost of Tsushima Platinum.
What's the fastest way to get the Ghost of Tsushima platinum?
Follow a step-by-step roadmap and tackle objectives in the right order so you never backtrack. The biggest time-savers are preparing your build and gear before the hardest fights, and clearing missable or collectible trophies as you go rather than saving them all for the end.
Is it worth buying a Ghost of Tsushima trophy service?
A scenic, meditative platinum — one of the most pleasant 100% runs on PlayStation. If you'd rather skip the grind, our Ghost of Tsushima Platinum Trophy Service unlocks all 52 trophies safely on your account from just $15.
Do you need Legends multiplayer for the Ghost of Tsushima platinum?
No. The platinum is entirely single-player — the co-op Legends mode has its own separate progression and isn't required for any trophy.
How long does it take to platinum Ghost of Tsushima?
Around 45–60 hours for a full island sweep, depending on how methodically you clear each region and whether you follow the completion tracker.
Is the Ghost of Tsushima platinum difficult?
No — about 4/10. Difficulty settings don't affect trophies, so it's a long, relaxed completion run rather than a skill test.
Prefer to Skip the Grind?
If you'd rather not chase every trophy yourself, our Ghost of Tsushima Platinum Trophy Service unlocks all 52 trophies legitimately on your own account from $15, with your choice of instant or realistic time-stamps. You can also browse everything we offer for the game on the Ghost of Tsushima services page, or see the full catalogue of PlayStation Trophy Services.
Related PlayStation Platinum Guides
God of War Ragnarök Platinum Trophy Guide (PS4/PS5) — moderate (5/10)
Hogwarts Legacy Platinum Trophy Guide (PS4/PS5) — very achievable (4/10)
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 Platinum Trophy Guide (PS5) — very achievable (4/10)
Final Thoughts
A beautiful, easy-going platinum — patience and a full map, nothing more. A scenic, meditative platinum — one of the most pleasant 100% runs on PlayStation.