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Rise of the Ronin PC Performance and Lack of New Content Disappoints

Author : Savannah Mar 14,2025

Rise of the Ronin PC Performance and Lack of New Content Disappoints

Rise of the Ronin's PC port has arrived, but does it offer anything new? Let's explore the PC version's performance and content.

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Rise of the Ronin's PC Port: A PS5 Rehash?

Rise of the Ronin PC Performance and Lack of New Content Disappoints

Team NINJA's ambitious action RPG finally makes its PC debut a year after its initial release. Despite post-launch performance patches, there's been no news of DLC or additional content. So, what do PC players get that PS5 owners didn't?

An Unoptimized Port, Lacking New Content

Rise of the Ronin PC Performance and Lack of New Content Disappoints

Unfortunately, the PC version of Rise of the Ronin offers no new content. While adjustable graphics settings are a welcome addition, reports suggest optimization issues persist from the PlayStation release. Players may need to extensively tweak settings for a smooth experience.

Is Rise of the Ronin on PC Worth It?

Wait for a Sale: No New Content on the Horizon

Rise of the Ronin PC Performance and Lack of New Content Disappoints

Our original PlayStation 5 review awarded Rise of the Ronin an 80/100, praising its visuals, combat, and character creator. However, the PC version's lack of new content means waiting for a sale is advisable unless you're craving a "samurai with guns" experience and are prepared to potentially troubleshoot performance issues. Given the silence from Team NINJA and Koei Tecmo regarding DLC, further content seems unlikely.

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