Here in this time of mayhem, you embody a Ronin character, a warrior bound to no master and free to make choices of its own. Set in the late 19th century, Japan is facing the darkest of times as it struggles with its oppressive rulers and deadly diseases while western influence permeates as civil war continues to rage between the Tokugawa Shogunate and the Anti-Shogunate factions. It is the very end of a 300-year long Edo Period, commonly known as “Bakumatsu”. Rise of the Ronin is a combat focused open-world action RPG that takes place in Japan at a time of great change. It is with great pleasure to finally bring this title to light, and we are filled with gratitude on being able to make this announcement with PlayStation who have supported us and this project throughout these many years. And since then, the development has progressed slowly and freely, much like the spirit of a Ronin. It was seven years ago when we first began this project. Here at Team Ninja, we are incredibly excited to introduce our very latest action RPG game which takes you on an epic and unfettered journey as a Ronin at the dawn of a new era in Japan. Here's what Team Ninja Director and President Fumihiko Yasuda had to say about Rise of the Ronin over at PlayStation.Blog: Sony Interactive Entertainment is working alongside Koei Tecmo and Team Ninja to take players into 19th century Japan, as they dive into Rise of the Ronin. Tuesday's State of Play showcase moved along with the reveal of another PlayStation console exclusive.

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