After an extended wait of over a year, KOEI TECMO has officially confirmed that Rise of the Ronin will be available on PC starting in 2025. Initially launching as a PlayStation exclusive—similar to the notable Nioh series—this title was made possible thanks to funding from Sony Interactive Entertainment. However, PC gamers can rejoice as the game is now open for pre-purchase on Steam, along with essential details regarding its system requirements, early-bird bonuses, and specific features tailored for PC users.
System Requirements for Rise of the Ronin on PC
Category | Minimum Requirements | Recommended Requirements |
---|---|---|
Target Resolution | 1080p | 1080p |
Graphics Preset | Lowest (Upscaled) | Standard (Upscaled) |
Target Framerate | 30 FPS | 60 FPS |
Operating System | Windows 10/11 – 64-Bit | Windows 10 – 64-Bit |
CPU | Intel Core i5-10400 or AMD Ryzen 5 1600 | Intel Core i5-10600K or AMD Ryzen 5 5600X |
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
GPU | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (6GB VRAM) or AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT (8GB VRAM) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Super (8GB VRAM) or AMD Radeon RX 6700XT (12GB VRAM) |
DirectX Version | Version 12 | Version 12 |
Storage Space | 180 GB SSD | 180 GB SSD |
When comparing with Team Ninja’s previous major PC title, Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty, the system requirements for Rise of the Ronin appear to be more demanding. For those seeking a 60 FPS experience at 1080p with the “Standard”preset (presumably aligned with “High”), an RTX 2080 Super paired with a Ryzen 5 5600X is advised. This recent trend towards system requirements based on non-native resolutions introduces some confusion about internal resolution definitions and upscaling settings.
Another surprising element in the specifications is the hefty file size; Rise of the Ronin requires a substantial 180 GB of free space on SSDs, which is notably larger than the approximately 96 GB required on the PS5. We remain hopeful that this game will perform significantly better than Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty, which still has issues on PC.
Early Purchase Incentives for Rise of the Ronin
Those who choose to pre-order or buy Rise of the Ronin by April 2, 2025 (1:00 a.m UTC) will unlock exclusive bonuses, including the “Iga Ninja’s Katana”, the “Iga Ninja Armor Set”, along with four distinct combat styles.
The four combat styles that players will gain access to include:
- Hayabusa-ryu for Katana
- Hayabusa-ryu for Polearm (Naginata)
- Nioh-ryu for Katana
- Aisu Kage-ryu for Katana
PC Features for Rise of the Ronin
Upon its release, Rise of the Ronin will offer several features specifically designed to enhance the PC gaming experience:
- Support for 8K resolution
- Compatibility with DirectX 12 Ultimate
- Ultra-wide and super ultra-wide monitor support
- Support for up to 120 FPS
- Ray tracing technology integration
- 3D audio support
- Customizable keyboard and mouse controls
- Integration of AMD Fidelity FX Super Resolution
- NVIDIA DLSS and Reflex support
- Mouse-clickable UI menu
- Support for Intel XeSS graphics technology
Expected Release Date for Rise of the Ronin on PC
Rise of the Ronin will be released exclusively on PC via Steam on March 11, 2025.
We welcome the transition of another console-exclusive title to the PC platform, especially with enticing features that take advantage of powerful hardware.
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