How to Get Guns in Ghost of Yotei

What to know

• Guns are ranged weapons, distinct from bows and throwables.
• The Tanegashima (matchlock rifle) and the pistol are the main guns available.
• The Tanegashima matchlock unlocks via the Saito Brothers’ quest in the Tokachi Range.
• The pistol unlocks during the main quest “Guns and Consequences” after defeating Unosuke in Tokuyama Hills.

Players can unlock and equip guns in Ghost of Yotei by advancing through weapon-specific quests or storylines, often requiring you to defeat certain enemies or complete objectives. Guns bring ranged firepower to combat, but each type has its own reload speed and resource requirements for upgrades.

After progressing through the campaign and key side quests, Ghost of Yotei players unlock guns that offer a tactical advantage in tough battles. The primary firearm, Tanegashima, is awarded through a revenge quest against the Saito Brothers in Tokachi Range. The Tanzutsu pistol comes from the Guns and Consequences quest in Oshima Coast, both giving access to distinctly powerful ranged options.

Guns in Ghost of Yotei

Tanegashima matchlock rifle

The Tanegashima is a powerful ranged weapon, dealing heavy damage with slower reload times. Here’s how to get it:

The Saito Brothers’ quest is a revenge-focused mission in the Tokachi Range region. Completing this quest rewards players with the Tanegashima, a matchlock rifle renowned for its ability to pierce any enemy defense and deal heavy damage. While the reload is slow and ammunition is scarce, the weapon’s utility in ending fights quickly makes it a standout ranged option for pivotal encounters.

How to get Tanegashima in Ghost of Yotei

Step 1

Head to Tokachi Range and initiate the Saito Brothers’ quest by speaking to the relevant NPC in the area.

Step 2

Follow quest markers through key objectives, confronting both Saito Brothers and their allies. Defeat both brothers in combat. They use signature moves and heavy weapons, so switch tactics as needed.

Step 3

Upon victory, the Tanegashima rifle appears as your reward. Pick up the weapon to add it permanently to your arsenal.

Return to your father’s forge to upgrade the rifle with Gun Parts and Rare Metals collected during your journey.

Tanzutsu Pistol

The pistol is acquired during the main quest “Guns and Consequences,” an objective later in the game. You must find and defeat Unosuke at Tokuyama Hills to claim the gun.

How to get Tanzutsu step by step

Step 1

Start the “Guns and Consequences” quest when it becomes available in the main campaign, unlocked after progressing through prior story missions.

Step 2

Proceed to Tokuyama Hills, following the quest marker to locate Unosuke, who is armed with the pistol you need.

Step 3

Defeat Unosuke in combat. Once he’s beaten, loot his body to obtain the pistol and unlock its use for Atsu. Return to the quest giver to complete the objective, officially adding the pistol to your inventory.

Upgrading and maintaining your guns

Guns in Ghost of Yotei can be upgraded at your father’s forge, provided you collect Gun Parts (looted from enemies in Tokachi Range) and rare metals. Each upgrade boosts damage and efficiency, though reloading times remain a balancing factor.

Unlocking guns in Ghost of Yotei adds significant depth to combat, letting players balance melee and ranged approaches for different challenges and enemy types. Progress through main quests and collect the necessary resources to upgrade and maximize your weapon’s combat potential.