Developer Team Ninja swiftly addresses gameplay issues with two consecutive patches for Rise of the Ronin.
Following a promising launch, Rise of the Ronin by Team Ninja has seen rapid updates aimed at refining the gaming experience. The latest enhancements, bundled in two quickfire updates, address various gameplay bugs and glitches. These patches touch on combat mechanics, navigation, and overall performance, enhancing the player’s journey through feudal Japan.
Rise of the Ronin, a PS5 exclusive, immerses players in the role of a Ronin—a masterless samurai—during Japan’s Bakumatsu period. Since its debut on March 22, the game has garnered positive reviews, capitalizing on the growing interest in samurai-themed titles sparked by games like Nioh and Ghost of Tsushima.
Team Ninja rolled out updates 1.02 and 1.03 in rapid succession. The 1.02 update, released on March 29, addressed several critical issues. Notably, it resolved bugs causing enemies to become invincible or experience disappearing character models or weapons. Additionally, a bug leading to the loss of acquired skills or items was rectified, with affected players receiving retroactive compensation.
The subsequent 1.03 update, deployed on April 4, introduced further refinements. Fixes included resolving an issue where players could get stranded in certain regions after exiting multiplayer, as well as preventing rifles from becoming unusable during specific weapon transitions. These updates ensure a smoother gameplay experience for both new and existing players.
Building on the success of Ghost of Tsushima in 2020, Rise of the Ronin strengthens the samurai game genre. Team Ninja’s track record with titles like Nioh and Nioh 2 further solidifies its reputation within this niche. With rumors swirling about a potential Ghost of Tsushima 2 from Sucker Punch Productions, fans of samurai-themed games have much to anticipate.
Notable Fixes in Rise of the Ronin Update 1.02:
– Rectified issues causing loss of acquired skills or technology.
– Addressed completion time discrepancies for certain in-game activities.
– Fixed instances of characters and horses sinking into the ground.
– Resolved bugs leading to invincible enemies or disappearing equipment.
Rise of the Ronin Update 1.03 Highlights:
– Fixed issues causing players to be stranded after online multiplayer sessions.
– Corrected inconsistencies with treasure chest interactions in specific locations.
– Prevented rifles from becoming unusable during certain weapon transitions.
