Rise of the Ronin

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Is 'Rise of the Ronin' Worth the Hype? A Deep Dive into Team Ninja's Latest Release

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Discover the highs and lows of 'Rise of the Ronin' - combat, graphics, characters, and more in this review roundup!

Are you ready to embark on an epic adventure in Team Ninja's latest creation, *Rise of the Ronin*? This game promises a fresh take with an open-world setting teeming with captivating characters and challenging combat. While some reviewers praise its engaging gameplay, others point out a steep learning curve in combat and dated open-world concepts. Despite its shortcomings, the game manages to reward players' dedication and time investment.

In theory, *Rise of the Ronin* shines with its innovative ideas, but in practice, it falls short with clunky combat mechanics and a lackluster storyline. Critics highlight outdated graphics, uninspired characters, and a generic feel that hampers the overall experience. However, the game's blend of Souls-like elements, stealth mechanics, and RPG aspects creates a diverse gameplay experience, drawing inspiration from popular titles like Ghost of Tsushima and Persona 5.

As the release date approaches, insights from the game's producer, Yosuke Hayashi, and game producer/director, Fumihiko Yasuda, offer valuable tips for players diving into their initial hours of gameplay. With anticipation building, the reviews for *Rise of the Ronin* paint a mixed picture, signaling a departure from Team Ninja's typical glowing reputation. Despite the critiques, the game's ambitious fusion of genres and gameplay styles keeps players intrigued and eager to explore its world.

In conclusion, *Rise of the Ronin* presents a unique blend of gameplay elements that both excite and challenge players. Team Ninja's latest release may not be perfect, but its ambition and creativity push the boundaries of traditional gaming experiences. As gamers gear up to embark on the journey of the ronin, the game's mix of strengths and weaknesses sets the stage for an unforgettable adventure.

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Rise of the Ronin Review | TheSixthAxis (TheSixthAxis)

Rise of the Ronin marks a new era for Team Ninja with a compelling open world setting filled with characters and suitably tough combat.

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Rise Of The Ronin Review - Long-Term Investment (GameSpot)

Though it has a somewhat steep combat learning curve and some dated open-world ideas, Rise of the Ronin does a great job of rewarding your time in its ...

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'Rise of the Ronin' Review: Clunky Combat and an Uninspired Story (Variety)

'Rise of the Ronin' is better in theory than in practice, falling short with outdated graphics, hackneyed combat and painfully generic characters.

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Rise of the Ronin: Developer tips for your first few hours (PlayStation)

With the game now less than a day away, I spoke to Rise of the Ronin's Producer, Yosuke Hayashi, and Game Producer and Director, Fumihiko Yasuda, who offered ...

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Rise Of The Ronin Review — As Wonky As A Walmart Katana (TheGamer)

Part Souls-like, part stealth game, part RPG, it throws everything from Ghost of Tsushima to Persona 5 into a big mixing pot and comes out with a jumble of ...

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Rise of the Ronin review roundup: 'Team Ninja's most ... (The Shortcut)

Reviews are in for the latest PS5 exclusive, but they're not as glowing as we're used to seeing.

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Rise of the Ronin merges fantastic combat with bloated open-world ... (the AU review)

In many ways, this is a true cut above developer Team Ninja's previous efforts with something like Nioh. Its combat is fantastic, as challenging and deep as you ...

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Rise Of The Ronin Review: Too Much, And All Of It Familiar (Kotaku Australia)

Rise of the Ronin feels like a first-draft open-world game by Team Ninja, a reminder of systems and ideas we left behind a generation ago.

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Rise of the Ronin (PCMag AU)

Rise of the Ronin offers an enticing, streamlined take on complex Team Ninja action, but it will prove somewhat disappointing if you're a fan of ...

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Rise Of The Ronin Reviews Roundup: Mixed Bag Full Of Shuriken (Kotaku Australia)

Rise of the Ronin reviews are in, and while the game doesn't reinvent the wheel, its combat systems are being praised.

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Rise of the Ronin - Review - Wave FM (Wave FM)

Rise of the Ronin is a PS5 Exclusive that is a great Samurai experience at exactly the right time. Stories based on Japanese warriors have made a resurgence ...

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Rise of the Ronin fugitives locations and rewards (Eurogamer.net)

Where to find the fugitives who, upon defeat, unlock new combat styles in Rise of the Ronin.

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Rise of the Ronin - Review - 3BA (3BA)

Rise of the Ronin is a PS5 Exclusive that is a great Samurai experience at exactly the right time. Stories based on Japanese warriors have made a resurgence ...

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Will Rise of the Ronin come to PC? Our prediction (Radio Times)

Rise of the Ronin is currently a PlayStation 5 exclusive, but will this ever change? Here are our predictions.

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My love of Rise of the Ronin is weird, because I can't stop playing or ... (Total Xbox)

It's a very odd sensation to simultaneously enjoy the game that you're playing, but also regularly think of how much I really want to play Ghost of Tsushima 2 ...

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How to beat the Blade Twin in Rise of the Ronin (Eurogamer.net)

Each mission you complete in Rise of the Ronin leads to a new confrontation. The first challenging encounter is against…

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Rise of the Ronin Wastes Interesting Setting with Clunky Gameplay ... (Roger Ebert)

2020's “The Ghost of Tsushima” was a surprising highlight during the pandemic summer, a game so inspired by cinematic language that it had a mode named ...

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Rise of the Ronin - Essential Combat Tips (IGN Africa)

If there's one thing that Team Ninja games are known for, it's their deep and oftentimes punishing combat mechanics, and Rise of the Ronin is no exception.

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9 Things To Know Before Starting Rise Of The Ronin (Kotaku Australia)

There are a lot of mechanics to acquaint yourself with here, especially if you haven't played Ninja Gaiden, Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty, or Nioh. But don't worry, I ...

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Rise of the Ronin (PCMag Middle East)

Simple samurai swordplay · Pros. Exciting combat; Fascinating historical setting; Dynamic RPG dialogue interactions · Cons. Bland open-world design; Combat is ...

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