Rise of the Ronin
by KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. · 10 Mar, 2025
111 downloads
About the Game
Game Contents
An open-world RPG set in the Bakumatsu period, where players take on the role of a ronin forging their own destiny. The game features multiple possible endings, allowing players to choose which faction to support—such as the anti-shogunate faction, pro-shogunate faction, or Western forces—which significantly alters the story's outcome.The game will support various PC features, including ultra-wide monitor compatibility, and include enhancements such as 8K resolution, 120fps, 3D audio, and customizable keyboard and mouse settings, enriching the gaming experience.
Story
Japan, 1863. After three centuries of the Tokugawa Shogunate’s reign, the Black Ships of the West descend upon the nation's borders and the country falls into a state of turmoil. Amidst the chaos of war, disease, and political unrest, a nameless warrior forges their own path, holding the very fate of Japan in their hands.New Features Exclusive to the Steam® Version:
- 8K resolution support- DirectX 12 Ultimate support
- Ultra-wide and super ultra-wide monitor compatibility
- 120FPS support
- Ray tracing support
- 3D audio support
- Customizable keyboard and mouse controls
- AMD Fidelity FX Super Resolution support
- NVIDIA DLSS and Reflex support
- UI menu with mouse clickability
- Intel XeSS graphics technology support
Shape your own story.
As a nameless warrior—a ronin—your destiny evolves based on the choices you make. You will encounter historical figures and factions with various ideologies, such as the anti-shogunate faction leader Ryoma Sakamoto and the shogunate-affiliated organization Shinsengumi led by Isami Kondo, allowing you to experience the tumultuous Bakumatsu period. You will face significant decisions, such as whether to assassinate or protect key figures like Naosuke Ii, and craft your own history through a multi-ending system.
Customize your weapons and combat styles.
You can choose from various melee weapons like katana, spear, and odachi, each with multiple combat styles. By freely combining these based on enemies' weapons and your own combat style, you can enjoy a wide range of tactics. There are also ranged weapons like guns and bows, which you must use strategically according to the situation.Explore beautiful cities in an open world.
In the mixed cultural landscape of Edo, Yokohama, and Kyoto during the Bakumatsu period, you can explore stunning scenery with seasonal changes like cherry blossoms and autumn leaves. You can use a grappling rope to climb onto rooftops and the glider Avicula to glide through the air. Additionally, you can capture your favorite views using Photo Mode.Customize your character.
From their facial features, hair, and makeup to their body shape and voice, the protagonist—your Veiled Edge—is yours to create. As you progress through the story, you’ll acquire new clothing and gear to customize their appearance further.
Screenshots
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Version Information
Steam Patch Notes
Official update history
Testing revealed that this bug caused the game to crash when certain characters or equipment appeared on-screen. We have now fixed this bug.
・Added a recovery process for save data with issues in progressing the bond mission "In Search of New Knowledge"
Once the patch is applied, starting gameplay will repair the issue.
・Improved stuttering issues on specific stages and circumstances
・Added option ”Dynamic Adjustment of FPS”
When turned on, the set FPS will change dynamically according to performance for a consistent gameplay experience.
・Optimization improvements for rendering to reduce overall VRAM usage
・Optimization improvements on GPU performance for Ambient Occlusion and Upscaling
・Added an error check notice for save data issues
A warning message will now appear when the save file failed to save in the inteded location.
・Adjusted the game to automatically pause when the Steam overlay is opened
■Bug fixes
・Fixed an issue with game mode "Prioritize FPS", where graphics settings would change rapidly in a short amount of time.
・Fixed an issue where CPU load increased significantly when Audio Output settings were set to "Surround" or "3D Audio Effects", while the spatial sound was disabled in Windows sound settings.
・Fixed an issue where the game would fall to slow motion during time progression, when using the Pocket Watch or after restoring Public Order
・Fixed visual noise issues during a specific cut scene
・Fixed an issue where the game would get stuck loading after restoring public order
・Fixed an issue where the game would occasionally crash when switching languages during gameplay
・Fixed an issue where NPCs would appear without their heads being displayed
・Fixed other minor bugs.
・Added option ”Graphics Mode”
This setting allows you to choose between "Prioritize Graphics" and "Prioritize FPS", for graphic settings in the game.
When set to "Prioritize FPS," the game will automatically adjust graphics settings to maintain performance if the game falls to slow-motion.
・Adjusted Graphics Settings Performance
Adjustments have been made to optimize settings that were particularly demanding on performance, which were the main causes of frame rate drops.
・Added an additional location for backup save data
In case of any save data related issues, we have created another back up location for save data.
Save Data Location
\Users\"username"\Documents\KoeiTecmo\Ronin\Savedata\(Steam Account ID)
Each data will be saved in the following location:
Manual Save: "SAVEDATA**" folder (** represets numbers 00~49)
Auto Save: "SAVEDATAAUTO" folder
Back Up Save Data Location
\Users\"username"\AppData\Local\KoeiTecmo\Ronin\Savedata\(Steam Account ID)
A folder will be made for both manual and auto saves, and within them will be a file named BACKUP.BIN
Rename the BACKUP.BIN file of the save data you wish to recover, to SAVEDATA.BIN
Replace the SAVEDATA.BIN file in the Save Data Location with the file you have just renamed.
■Bug fixes
・Added a repair process to reapply the "Camera" for save data that has encountered an issue with missing the "Camera".
Once the new patch update is applied, the Camera will be reapplied upon starting gameplay or when you return to the Longhouse.
・Fixed an issue where on rare occasions loading will continue indefinitely when using the menu or when starting cut scenes.
・Fixed an issue where loading will continue indefinitely under specific circumstances
・Fixed an issue where when using the DualSense controller, the game would crash on controller vibration, on rare occasions.
・Fixed an issue where in certain stages and circumstances, the textures of the background would look blurred.
・Improved stuttering issues on specific stages and circumstances
・Fixed an issue where performance load increased during specific cut scenes
・Fixed an issue where crashes would occur
・Fixed other minor bugs.
In Rise of the Ronin, fans will play as a ronin in 1853 Japan in turmoil. With Japan’s fate now in their hands, players will encounter various historical figures and factions with differing ideologies, and make significant decisions such as whether to confront or defend them. Players will also be able to form special relationships with some characters thanks to the “Veiled Vow” system, which will allow them to freely shape their own experience of the Bakumatsu period.
New Features Exclusive to the Steam® Version:
- 8K resolution support
- DirectX 12 Ultimate support
- Ultra-wide and super ultra-wide monitor compatibility
- 120fps support
- Ray tracing support
- 3D audio support
- Customizable keyboard and mouse controls
- AMD Fidelity FX Super Resolution support
- NVIDIA DLSS and Reflex support
- UI menu with mouse clickability
- Intel XeSS graphics technology support
Current Release
v1.09
Uploaded Mar 25, 2025
Update Required for Latest Version
The base game download is an older build.
To get the latest version, download both the Base Game + Update patch.
Rise of the Ronin Update [v1.09 - 1.09.0.2].rar
219 MB
Additional Files
Update Patches
1 file · Only if your local version is older
System Requirements
How to Install
setup.exe
Troubleshooting tips
• Run Redist/_CommonRedist installers if game won't start
• Add folder to Windows Defender exclusions
• Run as administrator
Download
Direct link available
67.2 GB
v1.09
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