Japan, 1863.
After three centuries of oppression by the Tokugawa shogunate, the Black Ships of the West descend on the nation's borders, leaving it in a state of turmoil. Amid the chaos of war, contagion, and political turmoil, a nameless individual forges his own destiny, holding the fate of all of Japan in his hands.

Shape a dynamic story
As Ronin, a masterless samurai, you will be able to write your own destiny. Watch the course of history change based on your choices and the characters you choose to ally with along the way. Make mission-critical decisions, including assassinating or protecting key characters, and shape the course of the story with an elaborate multiple-choice system.

Engage in engaging and accessible combat
From the longtime developers of Nioh and Ninja Gaiden, Rise of the Ronin offers highly engaging and accessible combat, with levels of complexity to suit every playstyle. Engage your enemies with a selection of melee weapons or keep your distance with period firearms.

Explore a historically accurate world
A stage for the clash between East and West, the "Bakumatsu" period heralds the end of the Shogunate and the dawn of a new era. Experience the cultural revolution in a vast open world, where you will meet key figures who will shape the course of history and ordinary citizens seeking a beacon of hope in the darkness.

Play as a masterless samurai, take up your sword and explore a historically accurate open world of Japan at a pivotal moment in history.

As East and West collide, team up or fight against key characters and forge the future of your nation through a multiple-choice system with far-reaching consequences.
Face your enemies with a wide array of melee and ranged weapons, and master unique special moves to win in battle.

PS5™ Console Features:

• Immerse yourself in 19th century Japan with the features of the PlayStation®5 console.
• Feel the impact of the fight with haptic feedback from the DualSense™ wireless controller.
• Feel the click of your rifle's trigger and more with the DualSense wireless controller's adaptive triggers.
• Hear the world around you, like the hustle and bustle of the capital's streets or the soothing sounds of the countryside, thanks to 3D spatial audio.*
• Jump right into the action with PlayStation®5’s lightning-fast loading times.
• Explore this magnificent reconstruction of 19th century Japan filled with incredible detail.

*3D audio via built-in TV speakers or USB/analog stereo headphones.

Preorder Bonuses (available on Day One only, while supplies last):

Early access to four fighting styles, including:

• Hayabusa-ryu for the Katana.
• Hayabusa-ryu for the Naginata.
• Nioh-ryu for the Katana.
• Aisu Kage-ryu for the Katana.

Early access to the Iga ninja katana.

Early access to the Iga Ninja Armor Set.