Japan, 1863.

After three centuries of despotic rule by the Tokugawa Shogunate, black ships from the west approach the country's borders and unrest erupts. Amidst the chaos of war, disease, and political unrest, a nameless warrior forges his own path, holding the fate of all of Japan in his hands.

CREATE A DYNAMIC STORY
You are a ronin, a masterless warrior, and your fate is in your hands. The story will unfold in different ways depending on your decisions and the characters you connect with along the way. In missions, you will face crucial decisions: such as whether to assassinate or protect key characters. Through a diverse system of options, you will shape the course of history.

TRY A SOPHISTICATED COMBAT SYSTEM THAT'S EASY TO PICK UP
From the veteran developers of Nioh and Ninja Gaiden, Rise of the Ronin features a sophisticated yet easy-to-learn combat system that has multiple layers of increasing complexity to suit virtually any playstyle. Take on enemies with a wide range of melee weapons or take them out from a safe distance with authentic firearms from the historical period.

EXPLORE A WORLD INSPIRED BY TRUE HISTORY
The Bakumatsu period heralds the end of the shogunate and ushers in a new era as East meets West. Experience this cultural revolution in a vast open world where you will meet key figures who shape the course of history as well as ordinary people searching for light in the darkness.