TechRadar Verdict
Rise of the Ronin is a robust and enjoyable open-world adventure across 19th-century Japan.
It features superb combat, an intriguing Bakumatsu-inspired setting, and a world with so much to do.
All in,Rise of the Roninscratches the open-world itch.
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Learning the ways
Its the aforementioned combat that really shines throughoutRonins adventure.
Countersparks are the star of the show.
These moves are well-timed block-counters to enemy attacks andneverget old.
Thats quite the feat given their crucial nature to each and every fight with all enemy types.
These are solid foundations for your combat moveset, but combat grows into a multi-faceted beast beyond this.
It feels quite likeStar Wars Jedi: SurvivororAtlas Fallenin this respect, a kind of ‘souls-lite’.
Both are exquisite and a huge amount of fun.
The games setting of 19th-century Japan is undoubtedly an interesting one that many folks will be familiar with.
Its like a modern-dayWay of the Samurai,albeit much longer and with much less obtuseness.
Importantly, the setting and world are deployed in such a way that theres just so much to do.
Youll also meet a whole host of allies along the way.
As a result, the relative linearity of the main story missions should be welcome.
Character models, animations, and combat moves look excellent.
When youre in tighter environments, everything looks terrific too.
Accessibility
Rise of the Roninhas a decent range of accessibility options to tinker with.
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However, there are no colorblind options which is a shame.
Should I play Rise of the Ronin?
The games audio was a joy through both soundbar and headset gear.
(Image credit: Team Ninja/Sony)
(Image credit: Team Ninja/Sony)
(Image credit: Team Ninja/Sony)
(Image credit: Team Ninja/Sony)
(Image credit: Team Ninja/Sony)
(Image credit: Team Ninja/Sony)
