**Everything You Need to Know About Ghost of Yotei’s Watanabe Mode**
*Ghost of Yotei* offers an assortment of gameplay modes that players can enjoy, but one mode in particular—Watanabe Mode—has sparked a lot of questions. Here’s a detailed look at what Watanabe Mode is, its inspirations, and how to activate it.
### What Is Ghost of Yotei’s Watanabe Mode?
Watanabe Mode is a special gameplay option that transforms the game’s soundtrack. Instead of the more traditional musical themes you might expect, activating this mode replaces the audio with a set of tracks inspired by the iconic works of anime director Shinichiro Watanabe.
Despite its audio focus, Watanabe Mode can be easily switched on in the *Display* settings tab within the main settings menu.
### Origins of the Music in Watanabe Mode
A common point of confusion is the origin of the tracks featured in this mode. The game’s menu clarifies that the music was created **under the direction of** Shinichiro Watanabe, rather than being composed by Watanabe himself.
Throughout his career, Watanabe has collaborated with highly talented musicians and producers on acclaimed anime such as *Cowboy Bebop*, *Samurai Champloo*, *Space Dandy*, and *Terror in Resonance*. His guidance and vision have helped shape some of the most respected soundtracks in the anime world.
### The Sound and Style of Watanabe Mode
According to a user named Scannerbarkly on Cortex, the music in Watanabe Mode closely follows the stylistic cues of the popular “Lo-fi Beats” genre. This style grew from the influence of artists like Nujabes, whose work on the *Samurai Champloo* soundtrack left a lasting legacy.
Unlike the jazzy, horn-driven themes of *Cowboy Bebop*, Watanabe Mode’s music stays softer and more percussion-light. Compared to Nujabes’ distinctive Boom Bap drum beats, the mode’s tracks lean towards gentler percussion that’s characteristic of modern Lo-fi.
That being said, since the user hasn’t completed the game on Watanabe Mode, there might be hidden musical elements still undiscovered that add further depth and variety to the soundtrack.
### Combining Watanabe Mode With Other Styles
One of the coolest features of *Ghost of Yotei* is the ability to stack Watanabe Mode with other unique modes:
– **Kurosawa Mode**: Changes the game’s rendering to black and white, evoking the classic style of filmmaker Akira Kurosawa.
– **Miike Mode**: Adds more mud and blood effects while tightening the camera angle to mimic Takashi Miike’s intense cinematic style.
Stacking these modes together changes both the aesthetic and audio experience, allowing players to customize how they enjoy the game.
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Whether you’re a fan of anime soundtracks or just looking to try something new in *Ghost of Yotei*, Watanabe Mode offers a compelling way to experience the game’s world through the lens of one of anime’s most influential directors. Don’t forget to explore the other modes as well for even more variety!
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