Among all the Games Awards announcements, Sony was able to slip in a word regarding the next Team Ninja game. Announced in September 2022, Rise of the Ronin finally finds a release date for March 22, 2024. The next PlayStation exclusive took the opportunity to dwell a little longer on its gameplay. And there is no possible doubt, we clearly recognize the influence of the studio responsible for
Nioh.
Return to the time of the fall of the Tokugawa shogunate in Japan, at the end of the 19th centurye century. The player plays a ronin whose destiny is linked to big names responsible for the modernization of the country. However, the choice is allowed, whether to help them in their business, or to put obstacles in their way. It is therefore above all a story of choice, alliance and allegiance. But this does not prevent the ronin from being able to massacre everything that stands in its way.
In this Japan in full reconstruction, the cities are ideal for exploring varied gameplay. Verticality seems to be present, in particular with a grappling hook which allows you to cling to all surfaces. A more stealthy approach also seems possible, while the arsenal is quite diverse. If katanas are a must since you play as a ronin, it will also be possible to find spears, rifles or thrown weapons. Everything comes with a horse and a glider, essential for moving around this world.
The release of Rise of the Ronin is very close, even if it is limited to the latest Sony console. From December 14, pre-orders for the game will be available, with two editions possible. Bonuses will obviously be included, enough to encourage purchases with additional cosmetic and gameplay options.