Sony Rise of the Ronin Standard PlayStation 5

SHAPE YOUR DESTINY IN THIS NEW SAMURAI ACTION ADVENTURE
Embark on an epic journey through 19th-century war-torn Japan in this combat-focused open-world action RPG from Team NINJA, the veteran studio behind Nioh and NINJA GAIDEN.

Japan, 1863. After three centuries of Tokugawa shogunate rule, black ships from the West land on the country’s shores, plunging it into chaos. Amid the chaos of war, disease, and political unrest, a nameless warrior forges his own path, holding the very fate of Japan in his hands.

Shape a dynamic story
As a masterless samurai— a Ronin – your fate depends solely on you. Watch the story unfold in different ways depending on the choices you make and the characters you ally with along the way. Make crucial decisions during your missions, such as whether to assassinate or protect key characters, and shape the course of history through a rich system of multiple choices.

Explore an authentic world
The "Bakumatsu" period marks the end of the shogunate as a new era begins and East and West clash. Experience this cultural revolution in an open world where you’ll meet the key figures who will shape the course of history, as well as ordinary citizens seeking a light to guide them through the darkness.

Engage in deep accessible combat
Created by the seasoned developers of Nioh and NINJA GAIDEN, Rise of the Ronin offers deeply engaging yet accessible combat, with difficulty levels tailored to all playstyles. Face your enemies with a selection of melee weapons or engage from a distance with authentic period firearms.

EXPLORE THE HISTORY
Set in Japan during the Bakumatsu period, 300 years after the start of the Tokugawa shogunate’s tyrannical rule, you play as a nameless ronin fighting your way through the war and political upheaval that defined this era.

THE FACTIONS OF THE BAKUMATSU ERA
Discover the major political factions vying for power during this tumultuous period. Which side will you choose? Make your choice, then log in to download a free avatar for your PSN ID.

Loyal hearts, unwavering determination.
The pro-shogunate forces of theBakumatsu era are supporters of Tokugawa, seeking to maintain his centralized power and defend the shogunate against external pressures and internal threats in order to preserve the existing political order.

Silent no more.
The anti-shogunate forces are composed of various groups and individuals united by their opposition to the shogunate’s power and their desire to restore imperial authority in Japan.

The winds of change.
The Western forces of theBakumatsu era consist of American and European powers seeking to open Japan to foreign trade, thereby ending the country’s longstanding isolationist policies and influencing its political and economic landscape.

EXPLORE YOKOHAMA
Yokohama, the setting for Rise of the Ronin, is an exotic melting pot blending traditional elements with Western influences. Explore the map below to get a taste of what awaits you.

CREATE YOUR CHARACTER
Define your ronin’s appearance and attributes using the most sophisticated character creation tool ever designed by Team NINJA.

1. Character customization
Before your adventure begins, you’ll be able to customize your character. From facial features, hair, and makeup to body type and voice, it’s up to you to create your warrior—your Veiled Edge. Note that as you progress through the story, you’ll unlock new outfits and gear to further customize their appearance.

2. Character sharpening
Once you’re satisfied with their appearance, choose a Blade Tempering origin to determine your ronin’s base stats and skills. Will they be a ruthless killer, skilled in combat and gifted with the power to intimidate others? A smooth-talking charmer, gifted in deception? Or perhaps they’ll be a humble novice, raw but brimming with potential.

- PlayStation 5
- Game Edition: Standard Game Genre: Action, Role-Playing Game (RPG)
- Developer: Team Ninja Release Date (DD/MM/YYYY): 03/22/2024
- ESRB rating: M (Mature) PEGI rating: 18