Part 9/9:
Final Reflections
The debate around Ghost of Tsushima’s reception encapsulates larger issues in gaming critique: the divergence between critic and player opinions, the importance of data interpretation, and the cultural factors influencing review scores. Ryan’s analysis underscores the importance of listening to the community’s voice and understanding the nuanced landscape of game reviews—where sales, fan approval, and critic scores all tell part of the story, but the full picture emerges only when viewed holistically.