Rise of the Ronin

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Embark on a journey of freedom and redemption in Rise of the Ronin, a PS5 exclusive action-RPG set in Japan during a time of social turmoil and change. Play as a masterless samurai, or ronin, and make impactful decisions that shape the story and the fate of those around you.

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.

Master the Art of Samurai Combat
Engage in intense, skillful combat with a blend of traditional samurai weaponry and emerging firearms. Perfect your techniques to defeat foes and uncover new strategies in every encounter.

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.