It seems that Sucker Punch Productions and Sony Interactive are leaving no stone unturned in promoting their upcoming game Ghost of Yōtei. Recently, they introduced an anime-inspired crossover mode based on Shinichirō Wantabe’s Samurai Champloo, and now fans can buy a Ghost-themed popcorn bucket! This exclusive item is available through Alamo Drafthouse, designed for use in their theaters during their Samurai showcase event happening from August to September. Although some found this tie-in peculiar, it has proven to be quite popular. The popcorn bucket’s pre-orders have already been sold out on the Alamo Drafthouse website, but there’s a possibility of more being made available later on.
The Alamo Drafthouse is highlighting the “Ghost of Yōtei”-inspired show, which features a collection of timeless Samurai movies over a span of a month.
This August, film enthusiasts and contemporary wanderers alike are warmly invited to immerse themselves in the cinematic universe of honor, vengeance, and swordplay through Way of the Samurai – a carefully chosen collection of films, inspired by the forthcoming PlayStation® launch, Ghost of Yōtei. Beginning August 2nd and running until September 4th, select Alamo theaters will screen five timeless samurai movies that have shaped the genre: Lady Snowblood, Lone Wolf and Cub: Sword of Vengeance, The Tale of Zatoichi, 13 Assassins, and Ran.
Alongside this occasion, Alamo Drafthouse provides the “Ghost of Yotei Popcorn Container.” This item is expected to be delivered by August 1st, making it perfect for viewers to fully enjoy the upcoming samurai movies.
The popcorn bucket appears quite distinctive, showcasing more than just a simple game design on a plastic container as one might expect for its $40 price tag. Instead, it’s hand-painted by Sony artists, giving it an aesthetic reminiscent of what a moviegoer in feudal Japan might have used if popcorn was available during that time.
As a dedicated gamer with an eye for unique collectibles, I can’t help but be drawn to this exquisite replica of a traditional Japanese rice basket. It’s not just a trinket; it’s the perfect keepsake for any gaming enthusiast yearning to embody the spirit of a warrior.
Some enthusiasts found this promotion perplexing, but with the pre-orders now shown as exhausted, it’s expected to turn into a coveted item, potentially benefiting unscrupulous online resellers. However, despite being marked as sold out on the store, there’s still a possibility for fans to acquire one without resorting to scalpers.
As per a recent post on Alamo Drafthouse, they’ll make these items accessible beginning August 2nd for individuals who visit any of their participating locations in person.
Level up your cinematic snacking experience with the one-of-a-kind, artistically hand-painted Ghost of Yōtei Popcorn Bucket, exclusively offered at Alamo Drafthouse in celebration of the Way of the Samurai film series, inspired by the forthcoming PlayStation® 5 game. This masterfully crafted container, sculpted to perfection…
— Alamo Drafthouse (@alamodrafthouse) July 17, 2025
If the promotion becomes incredibly successful, might it lead to crowds of people waiting in line outside Alamo Drafthouse’s in August, hoping to buy one of the popcorn buckets? In 2025, it could be that the desire for an official popcorn bucket tie-in for Ghost of Yōtei exceeds the enthusiasm for acquiring the game itself.
Set for launch on October 2nd for PlayStation 5, “Ghost of Yōtei” serves as the separate sequel to the critically acclaimed 2020 game “Ghost of Tsushima“. Following in the footsteps of 2019’s popular title “Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice“, which introduced a new epoch of games with east-asian influenced Souls-like settings, distinct from the European fantasy settings that had preceded them, we have witnessed the release of “Black Myth: Wukong” last year to widespread acclaim. The upcoming title “Wuchang: Fallen Feathers” is slated for release on July 24th.
What do you think about that popcorn bucket? Is the $40 price tag reasonable, and if it is, what might be the maximum price for it on resale platforms like eBay or Amazon?
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