Team Ninja and Koei Tecmo have announced that their acclaimed open-world action RPG, Rise of the Ronin, will launch on PC via Steam on March 11, 2025, ending its PlayStation 5 exclusivity nearly a year after its initial release. PC players can pre-order the game now for $49.99, with early purchases made before April 2, 2025, unlocking exclusive bonus content.

Fans who missed out on this PS5 title will be able to explore the game’s stunning Bakumatsu-era Japan with added PC-exclusive features, including support for up to 8K resolution, 120fps, ray tracing, ultra-wide monitor compatibility, DirectX 12 Ultimate, and NVIDIA DLSS. The PC port also offers 3D audio, AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution, Intel XeSS, and fully customizable keyboard and mouse controls.

Early Purchase Bonuses

PC players will enjoy the same pre-order content available to PS5 players, including:

• Four unique combat styles:
  • Hayabusa-ryu for Katana
  • Hayabusa-ryu for Naginata
  • Nioh-ryu for Katana
  • Aisu Kage-ryu for Katana
• The Iga Ninja Armor Set (four pieces) and Iga Ninja Katana, both inspired by Ninja Gaiden protagonist Ryu Hayabusa.

Explore a Turbulent Era

Set in 1863 Japan, Rise of the Ronin immerses players in the chaos of the Bakumatsu period, a time of political unrest, war, and Western influence. Players assume the role of a nameless ronin, making pivotal decisions that shape the game’s narrative, which includes encounters with historical figures like Ryoma Sakamoto and Isami Kondo. The open-world design features cities like Kyoto and Yokohama, complete with seasonal landscapes, rooftops to climb using grappling ropes, and the glider Avicula for aerial exploration.

Team Ninja’s Winning Streak

The PC release of Rise of the Ronin adds to Team Ninja’s already bustling year, following the announcement of Ninja Gaiden 4 and the ninja-like shadow drop release of the Ninja Gaiden II Black remaster. These titles have revitalized interest in the studio, and the upcoming PC port of Rise of the Ronin is poised to capitalize on this momentum.

With its PC debut just weeks away, Rise of the Ronin promises an enriched experience for fans eager to explore its dynamic combat and expansive world. Wishlist it now on Steam and prepare to forge your own path through one of Japan’s most transformative eras.

We also reviewed the original PS5 release of the game—be sure to check out our thoughts if you’re interested via here.

Rise of the Rōnin

Publisher: Sony Interactive Entertainment

Developer: Team Ninja

Release Date: 2024-03-22

PlayStation 5

Embark on an epic journey across war-torn 19th-century Japan in this combat-focused open-world action RPG from Team NINJA, the veteran studio behind Nioh and NINJA GAIDEN.