Discover Bakumatsu-era Japan in the first behind-the-scenes video of Rise of the Ronin! In this upcoming action RPG cracker from Team NINJA, known for titles such as Nioh and Ninja Gaiden, you take on the role of a ronin, a masterless samurai, during the turbulent last days of the Tokugawa shogunate. As a nameless warrior, players explore the sprawling Japan of the late 19th century Edo period and hold the fate of the nation in their hands.
The first of several “Behind the Scenes” videos provides exclusive insights into the creation of the game and the historical background of its captivating story. In the Bakamatsu era, Japan is at a crossroads between tradition and modernity, with the Ronin playing a crucial role. The (PlayStation Blog) also goes into detail about the locations in the game and their design.
The story of Rise of the Ronin takes players through the cities of Yokohama, Edo (now Tokyo) and the old imperial city of Kyoto. These three major cities offer a fascinating mix of traditional Japanese beauty and the emergence of Western culture. To explore the dynamic game world, the ronin has various tools at his disposal, including a throwing anchor and the “Avicula” glider.
