Embark on a challenging yet rewarding journey to conquer Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice and claim its coveted platinum trophy. This comprehensive Sekiro Trophy Guide will serve as your roadmap to 100% completion, ensuring you unlock every achievement in FromSoftware’s critically acclaimed action RPG. Prepare for a test of skill, patience, and strategic prowess as you navigate the intricate world of Ashina and master the art of shinobi combat.
- Estimated trophy difficulty: 7/10
- Approximate time to platinum: 50+ hours (skill-dependent)
- Offline trophies: 34 (1, 4, 11, 18)
- Online trophies: 0
- Missable trophies: 16 (Man Without Equal, Ashina Traveler, Peak Physical Strength, Immortal Severance, Purification, Dragon’s Homecoming, Shura, Sword Saint Isshin, Isshin Ashina, Great Shinobi – Owl, Father Surpassed, Corrupted Monk, Gracious Gift of Tears, Isshin Ashina, Demon of Hatred, Great Colored Carp)
- Glitched trophies: 0
- Difficulty settings: No difficulty settings – the challenge is consistent for all players.
- Minimum playthroughs: 2 (with save backups), 4 (without save backups)
- Free roam after story: Yes, but endgame changes occur (new bosses, some unavailable areas if not explored).
- New Game+: Yes, accessible from the Sculptor’s Room in the Dilapidated Temple.
Sekiro Platinum Trophy Roadmap
This Sekiro trophy guide is designed to efficiently guide you through obtaining the platinum trophy. It emphasizes a structured approach, minimizing playthroughs through strategic save file management.
Step 1: Initial Playthrough – Focus on Exploration and Core Bosses
Begin your first Sekiro playthrough by immersing yourself in the game’s world and mechanics. Explore each area thoroughly, collect essential upgrade items, and hone your combat skills. Refer to detailed guides for Walkthroughs, Prosthetic Tools, Prayer Beads, and Gourd Seeds to maximize your character’s potential early on.
Crucially, before defeating both the Corrupted Monk in Ashina Depths and the Guardian Ape in Sunken Valley (both mandatory bosses), ensure you’ve collected all Prayer Beads and the Loaded Spear Prosthetic Tool available up to this point. Defeating these bosses triggers changes in Ashina Castle, making some minibosses and items inaccessible.
Once you’ve overcome both the Corrupted Monk and Guardian Ape, return to Ashina Castle. You’ll find that Ashina Castle has changed, and upon reaching the Tower Roof, you’ll encounter Owl. This pivotal moment presents a critical dialogue choice that determines your ending path and missable trophies.
To proceed with the majority of trophies in this playthrough, choose the second dialogue option: “Break the Iron Code. Stay Loyal to Kuro.” This path allows you to pursue the “Purification” and “Return” endings. Consult the comprehensive Sekiro Endings Guide to meticulously follow the steps required for each ending.
Step 2: Prepare for Multiple Endings – Save Backup Strategy
After obtaining the “Everblossom” and “Frozen Dragon’s Tears” items, essential for specific endings, continue your playthrough and defeat the final boss, Sword Saint Isshin. Do not interact with Kuro immediately after defeating the Sword Saint. This is the crucial point to create your save file backup, enabling you to unlock multiple endings in a single playthrough.
PS4/PS5 Save Backup: Navigate to Settings > Application Saved Data Management > Saved Data in System Storage > Copy to USB Drive or Upload to Online Storage (PlayStation Plus required for cloud saves). For multiple backups, copy the entire PS4 folder from your USB drive to your computer.
Xbox Save Backup: Sekiro save backups on Xbox are slightly more complex due to cloud saves. After defeating Sword Saint Isshin and before interacting with Kuro, fully close Sekiro. Then, disconnect your console from the internet. Restart Sekiro and proceed to interact with Kuro and get an ending. After the trophy pops, hard reset your Xbox (hold power button for 10 seconds). Reconnect to the internet. Upon restarting Sekiro, it should sync your cloud save back to the point before you interacted with Kuro. It is highly recommended to practice this process on a dummy account first to ensure you understand it and don’t lose progress on your main account.
With your save backed up, interact with Kuro and choose one of the ending options. After viewing the ending and unlocking the corresponding trophy, restore your save file. Repeat this process for each of the three endings achievable on this playthrough (“Immortal Severance”, “Purification”, “Dragon’s Homecoming”), restoring your save after each ending to choose a different option.
After securing your three endings, decline to enter New Game+ when prompted to continue free-roam. Before proceeding to New Game+, ensure you have defeated all possible bosses and collected all 6 Lapis Lazuli in this playthrough. Refer to the Sekiro Boss Locations Guide and Sekiro Lapis Lazuli Locations Guide to verify your progress.
Once confirmed, initiate New Game+ by praying at the idol in the Dilapidated Temple. New Game+ is necessary to obtain the “Shura” ending and fight the bosses exclusive to that path.
Step 3: New Game+ for Shura Ending and “Man Without Equal” Trophy
Play through New Game+ until you reach Owl in Ashina Castle again. Create another save backup at this point, using the same method as before. This time, to unlock the “Shura” ending, choose the first dialogue option: “Obey the Iron Code, Forsake Kuro.”
Following this path will lead you to the “Shura” ending, unlocking the associated trophy and granting you access to two unique boss fights. After obtaining the “Shura” Ending Trophy and the “Man Without Equal” Trophy (for defeating all bosses, including the Shura ending bosses), reload your save file from before the Owl dialogue choice.
Step 4: Lapis Lazuli Cleanup in New Game+
Reloading your save before Owl allows you to revisit the Fountainhead Palace in New Game+ (which is inaccessible if you choose the Shura ending). Return to Fountainhead Palace and collect the 4 readily available Lapis Lazuli. These are essential for fully upgrading your prosthetic tools and unlocking the “Master of the Prosthetic” trophy. You can skip the Demon of Hatred boss fight in this step if you have already defeated it in your previous playthrough for the “Man Without Equal” trophy. Consult the Sekiro Lapis Lazuli Locations Guide once more to ensure you collect all remaining Lapis Lazuli.
Step 5: Skill Point Grinding and Platinum Cleanup
By this stage, you should have unlocked most Sekiro trophies. The remaining trophies are likely related to acquiring all skills (“Height of Technique”) and upgrading all prosthetic tools (“Master of the Prosthetic”). If you haven’t already, now is the time to grind for skill points by defeating enemies in areas with high experience yields, such as Fountainhead Palace in New Game+.
Once you have acquired all skills and upgraded all prosthetic tools, the platinum trophy, “Sekiro,” will be yours!
Useful Sekiro Tips and Tricks for Trophy Hunters
- Exploration is Key: Sekiro rewards thorough exploration. Hidden areas often contain valuable upgrade materials like Prayer Beads, Gourd Seeds, and Prosthetic Tools, all crucial for trophy progression.
- Master Deflection: Deflecting enemy attacks is paramount in Sekiro. Practice perfect deflections to break enemy posture and create openings for attack. This is fundamental for boss fights and general combat efficiency.
- Utilize Prosthetic Tools and Combat Arts: Experiment with different Prosthetic Tools and Combat Arts to find what suits your playstyle and is effective against various enemy types. Upgrading these tools is vital for tackling tougher challenges.
- Stealth Approach: Employ stealth whenever possible to thin out enemy ranks before engaging in direct combat. Stealth Deathblows offer a significant advantage and make many encounters easier.
- Save File Management: As highlighted in the roadmap, strategic save file backups are essential for efficiently obtaining all endings and minimizing playthroughs.
- Refer to Guides: Don’t hesitate to use guides for Bosses, Collectibles, and Endings. Sekiro is a complex game, and guides can significantly streamline your trophy hunting journey.
Sekiro Shadows Die Twice Trophy Guide – Detailed Breakdown
| Trophy Image | Trophy Name | Trophy Description | How to Unlock |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sekiro | All trophies have been unlocked. | Earn all other trophies in Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice to unlock the Platinum trophy! This is the culmination of your shinobi journey. | |
| Man Without Equal | Defeated all bosses | *Missable & Cannot be obtained in 1 Playthrough* Defeat every boss in Sekiro. This requires at least two playthroughs due to branching paths and exclusive bosses tied to different endings. Use the Sekiro Boss Guide to track boss locations and strategies. | |
| Ashina Traveler | Traveled to all areas of the game | *Missable if you choose Shura Ending* Visit every distinct area in Sekiro. Areas include Ashina Outskirts, Hirata Estate, Ashina Castle, Senpou Temple, Sunken Valley, Ashina Depths, Fountainhead Palace. Fountainhead Palace is missable if you choose the Shura ending. Ensure you stay loyal to Kuro to access all areas. | |
| Master of the Prosthetic | Upgraded all Prosthetic Tools to their limit | Fully upgrade every Prosthetic Tool at the Sculptor’s workshop. This requires a significant amount of crafting materials, including Lapis Lazuli. Consult the Prosthetic Tool Locations Guide for tool locations and material farming tips. | |
| Height of Technique | Acquired all skills | Unlock every skill in all skill trees. This will require extensive skill point grinding, especially in the late game or New Game+. Refer to the Combat Styles & Skill Unlock Locations Guide to plan your skill acquisition. | |
| All Prosthetic Tools | Acquired all Prosthetic Tools | Collect all Prosthetic Tools scattered throughout Ashina. Follow the Prosthetic Tool Locations Guide to find each tool. | |
| All Ninjutsu Techniques | Acquired all Ninjutsu Techniques | Obtain all three Ninjutsu Techniques: Bloodsmoke Ninjutsu, Puppeteer Ninjutsu, and Bestowal Ninjutsu. See the Ninjutsu Technique Locations Guide for details. | |
| Peak Physical Strength | Upgraded Vitality and Posture to their limit | *Missable – Must go for Purification Ending* Maximize your Vitality and Posture by collecting and using all Prayer Beads. The Purification ending path offers access to all Prayer Beads. Use the Prayer Bead Locations Guide to find every bead. | |
| Ultimate Healing Gourd | Fully upgraded the “Healing Gourd” | Fully upgrade your Healing Gourd by finding all Gourd Seeds and giving them to Emma at the Dilapidated Temple. The Gourd Seed Locations Guide will help you locate each seed. | |
| Immortal Severance | Attained the “Immortal Severance” ending | *Missable – Depends on the Ending* Achieve the “Immortal Severance” ending. Follow the steps outlined in the Endings Guide and choose the appropriate dialogue options at the end of the game. | |
| Purification | Attained the “Purification” ending | *Missable – Depends on the Ending* Attain the “Purification” ending. This ending requires specific steps involving eavesdropping and item acquisition. Consult the Endings Guide for a detailed walkthrough. | |
| Dragon’s Homecoming | Attained the “Return” ending | *Missable – Depends on the Ending* Unlock the “Return” ending, considered the “true” ending by many. This is the most complex ending to achieve, requiring multiple steps with the Divine Child of Rejuvenation. The Endings Guide provides a step-by-step process. | |
| Shura | Attained the “Shura” ending | *Missable – Depends on the Ending* Obtain the “Shura” ending. Choose to forsake Kuro and obey Owl at Ashina Castle to unlock this ending and its exclusive boss fights. See the Endings Guide for dialogue choices. | |
| Sword Saint Isshin Ashina | Defeated “Sword Saint Isshin Ashina” | *Missable if you choose Shura Ending* Defeat the final boss of the standard endings path, Sword Saint Isshin Ashina. This epic battle is a true test of your Sekiro skills. The Boss Guide offers strategies for this fight. | |
| Master of the Arts | Grasped the inner mysteries of any combat style | Purchase the final skill in any skill tree. The Ashina Arts tree is the quickest to complete for this trophy. Farm skill points and invest in a skill tree to unlock this. | |
| Lazuline Upgrade | Used Lapis Lazuli to upgrade any tool to its limit | Use rare Lapis Lazuli to upgrade any Prosthetic Tool to its Lazulite form. Lapis Lazuli is scarce; refer to the Lapis Lazuli Locations Guide to find all sources. | |
| Revered Blade | Received the “Kusabimaru” from Kuro | Automatic story trophy. Unmissable. Received during the game’s prologue, marking the beginning of your journey. | |
| Shinobi Prosthetic | Acquired the Shinobi Prosthetic | Automatic story trophy. Unmissable. Awarded after acquiring the Shinobi Prosthetic in the prologue, a core mechanic of Sekiro’s gameplay. | |
| Memorial Mob | Encountered the Memorial Mob | Find any Memorial Mob merchant. The first one is located in the Ashina Outskirts, accessible by grappling up the mountain after the General Naomori Kawarada miniboss. | |
| Resurrection | Returned from the dead using “Resurrection” for the first time | Use Resurrection for the first time after dying. This ability is granted early in the game and is essential for survival. | |
| Gyoubu Masataka Oniwa | Defeated “Gyoubu Masataka Oniwa” | Defeat the boss Gyoubu Masataka Oniwa at the Ashina Outskirts. This is an early mandatory boss fight. Consult the Boss Guide for combat tips. | |
| The Phantom Lady Butterfly | Defeated “Lady Butterfly” | Defeat Lady Butterfly in the Hirata Estate. This is an optional boss but highly recommended for early game progression. The Boss Guide can assist with this fight. | |
| Genichiro Ashina | Defeated “Genichiro Ashina” | Defeat Genichiro Ashina atop Ashina Castle. This is a mandatory boss and a significant skill check in the game. Refer to the Boss Guide for strategies. | |
| Guardian Ape | Defeated the “Guardian Ape” | Defeat the Guardian Ape in the Sunken Valley. This mandatory boss is known for its two distinct phases. The Boss Guide offers phase-specific tactics. | |
| Guardian Ape Immortality Severed | Used the Mortal Blade to sever the Guardian Ape’s undying | During the second phase of the Guardian Ape fight, use the Mortal Blade to perform a Deathblow when prompted. This is part of the mandatory boss encounter. | |
| Folding Screen Monkeys | Caught the Folding Screen Monkeys | Complete the Folding Screen Monkeys encounter in Senpou Temple. This is a unique puzzle-like boss fight, not a direct combat encounter. | |
| Great Shinobi – Owl | Defeated “Great Shinobi – Owl” | *Missable if you choose Shura Ending* Defeat Great Shinobi Owl atop Ashina Castle (loyal to Kuro path). This is a mandatory boss for most endings, missable only if you pursue the Shura ending. The Boss Guide provides combat strategies. | |
| Father Surpassed | Defeated “Great Shinobi – Owl” at the Hirata Estate | *Missable if you choose Shura Ending* Defeat Great Shinobi Owl in the Hirata Estate (Purification ending path). This is an alternate, more challenging version of the Owl fight, exclusive to the Purification ending. Follow the Endings Guide for access. | |
| Corrupted Monk | Defeated the “Corrupted Monk” | *Missable if you choose Shura Ending* Defeat the True Corrupted Monk in Fountainhead Palace. The first Corrupted Monk in Ashina Depths does not grant this trophy. Access to the True Corrupted Monk is missable if you choose the Shura Ending. | |
| Gracious Gift of Tears | Defeated the “Divine Dragon” and obtained the “Divine Dragon’s Tears” | *Missable if you choose Shura Ending* Defeat the Divine Dragon in Fountainhead Palace. This is a mandatory boss for most endings, missable with the Shura ending. The Boss Guide offers tips for this unique encounter. | |
| Isshin Ashina | Defeated “Isshin Ashina” | *Missable – must pick Shura Ending for this* Defeat Isshin Ashina, the final boss of the Shura ending path. This boss is exclusive to the Shura ending. Choose to obey Owl to access this fight. | |
| Demon of Hatred | Defeated the “Demon of Hatred” | *Missable if you choose Shura Ending* Defeat the optional boss Demon of Hatred in Ashina Outskirts. This challenging optional boss is missable if you choose the Shura ending. The Boss Guide provides strategies to overcome this formidable foe. | |
| Great Serpent | Defeated the “Great Serpent”. | Defeat the Great Serpent. This is a mandatory boss encounter achieved through stealth and environmental interactions. | |
| Great Colored Carp | Defeated the “Great Colored Carp”. | *Missable if you choose Shura Ending* Defeat the Great Colored Carp in Sunken Valley. This unique boss is missable if you choose the Shura ending. The Boss Guide details how to defeat this colossal fish. |
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