Rise of the Ronin

About the game

Rise of the Ronin is set in Japan in 1863, when after three centuries of Tokugawa Shogunate rule the Black Ships of the West arrive at the nation’s borders and the country falls into turmoil. The story follows a nameless warrior who forges their own path and holds the fate of Japan in their hands. As a masterless samurai, the Ronin makes choices and gains allies that change how events unfold, including critical decisions such as whether to assassinate or protect key figures through a multi-choice system. Combat combines close-quarters weaponry with authentic period firearms. The open world is inspired by the Bakumatsu period, when East and West collide, and features both key figures shaping history and ordinary citizens. One player plays on a single console, while up to 3 players can play online. On PlayStation 5, the game uses haptic feedback and adaptive triggers of the DualSense wireless controller, 3D spatial audio and fast load times.

Description from PS Store

Japan, 1863. After three centuries of the Tokugawa Shogunate’s oppressive rule, the Black Ships of the West descend upon the nation’s borders and the country falls into a state of turmoil. Amidst the chaos of war, disease and political unrest, a nameless warrior forges their own path, holding the very fate of Japan in their hands. Shape a dynamic story As a masterless warrior – a Ronin, your destiny is your own. See the story unfold in different ways depending on the choices you make and the characters you ally with along the way. Face critical mission decisions – like whether to assassinate or protect key figures, and shape the course of history through a rich multi-choice system. Engage in deep accessible combat From the veteran developers of Nioh and Ninja Gaiden – Rise of the Ronin offers deeply engaging yet accessible combat, with layers of complexity suitable for any playstyle. Face your foes with a selection of close-quarters weaponry or engage from afar with authentic period firearms. Explore a historically-inspired world The “Bakumatsu” period heralds the end of the Shogunate as a new era begins and East and West collide. Experience this cultural revolution across an open world where you’ll meet the key figures who’ll shape the course of history, and the ordinary citizens seeking a guiding light in the darkness. Immerse yourself in 19th-century Japan with PlayStation®5 console features. Feel the impact of combat with haptic feedback through the DualSense™ wireless controller. Experience the click of your matchlock rifle’s trigger and more through the DualSense wireless controller’s adaptive triggers. Hear the world around you – from the bustle of the capital’s streets to the tranquil sounds of the countryside with 3D spatial audio.* Get straight to the heart of the action with the PlayStation®5 console’s lightning-fast load times. Explore a beautifully-rendered recreation of 19th-century Japan in stunning detail. *3D Audio via built-in TV speakers or analogue/USB stereo headphones.