Topic: RISE OF THE RONIN

So, anyone else played this yet? I'm still playing Alone in the Dark, so I've only managed to put a couple of hours in, but so far I'm finding it quite enjoyable. I don't mind the Ubisoft style of open world games, in fact I quite like it. There's something satisfying about working your way through the map and checking off the icons.

The combat seems like it could be good once you get the hang of it. Parrying plays a big part in this game and at the moment at least I sometimes struggle with the timing. I'm also not too keen on triangle being the parry button. L1 is block and I'm used to having to tap the block button to parry in other games, so that's something I'm still trying to get used to.

The graphics are pretty good if you ask me.

Sure it's no Ghost of Tsushima, but it's far from the worst looking game I've played.

@Bentleyma looks alright. Definitely one I'll try out within the year, if nothing else gets in the way, as I don't mind the casual open world type from time to time. Initially I was leaning towards Ronin day one, but went for DD2 instead, as fantasy just pips historical fiction for me, in this case.

AC Red might be more suited to me, but Ronin being Japanese made is what initially tempted me as it is their actual history and culture they are basing it on

Ahhhhaha, there's a similar thing in DD2 where L1 is weapon skill and R1 is block and parry, and I keep just tapping L1 and geting hit in the face 😁 when games are so similar mechanically but then use slightly different button combos to everything else it can really throw you off early on. Defense is universally left button presses, and having it on the right is just incredibly weird. The sheild is in my left hand ffs 😅😅😅

Enjoy 👍

@Bentleyma No way to change the controls?

@Jimmer-jammer thanks

So, anyone else played this yet?
I've only managed to put a couple of hours in, but so far I'm finding it quite enjoyable.

I like you have only scratched the surface but am enjoying it being able to turn damage meters over enemies heads off was a big plus for me.

I actually like the triangle button for counterspark (video below starts at counterspark tutoria) and its effect is great i too am still struggling a bit with timing, i agree the graphics are good.

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A couple more hours in and this is getting better i love fast travel so early in the game especially as i am still on foot, going to try to get some decent time into this tomorrow all being well.

@Ravix Definitely recommend it if you have an interest in Japan.

@Jimmer-jammer There's an in-game encyclopedia and you can bond with your allies through conversations. Pretty sure they were all real people, so hopefully you can learn quite a lot.

@kyleforrester87 There is music during gameplay. It sounds like it's straight out of The Witcher 3, if you ever played that then you'll know what to expect.

@MidnightDragonDX Not that I'm aware of. It's was just a case of getting used to it. I've been playing the game all afternoon and now it isn't much of an issue.

@Max_Headroom I'm enjoying it more and more as I play. I'm liking pretty much everything about it. I especially like working my way through the map and getting 100% in each region.

And in the interest of balance...

And in the interest of balance..

I stopped watching at 22 seconds at the point he says "I was wrong this game rules" he admitted he thought it was going to be a flop it didn't turn out to be, i am not interested in the parts he no doubt goes on to slate best to just find out for ourselves.

Got a thirty quid voucher for Currys from work, so I grabbed a copy. If I don't love it, feel better about that than paying the 65 quid asking price on there otherwise.

14 hours in.

I love it.

Feels amazing. I suck at Wo Long/Elden ring type stuff and I am doing quite well with this one. Playing on Easy.

I am 14 hours in. This will be as 100 hour plus video game for me. I'm doing everything.

Playing on Ray Tracing mode with Frame Cap off. Combat is soooooo satisfying. I love it so much.

I am a huge Ghost of Tsushima fan and love this just as much.

It's literally Ninja Gaiden : Breath of the Wild lol.

The glider is amazing. I unloccked it like 4 hours in (think I found it beofre story gives it to you. Story part with is is like 6ish hours in. Map is Huuuuge. 3 maps from what I gather. You unlock by raising banners. Great fun.

The grapeling hook is great. I just unloced the grapple assination on the skill tree.

My biggest gripe is the audio. You have to turn 3d audio on (not on by default). Being a Sony exclusive I expected more from the audio. It does not really utlize 3d sound or the haptics too much. I guess I should have not assumed it would have the same 3d sound/haptic treatment as Ghost if Tsushima.

The graphics are what I expected from a Team Ninja game. Great Death animations. Very earthy tones with color. I think it looks great.

I dont think i am that far in but not far behind, like you i suck at this type of game so am pleased with my progression and enjoyment of the gamer so far.

Playing on Ray Tracing mode with Frame Cap off. Combat is soooooo satisfying. I love it so much.

When i saw the FPS, Graphics and ray tracing options I set it to best graphics could you tell me the advantage of having it on ray tracing over best graphics?

I am a huge Ghost of Tsushima fan and love this just as much.

Same here.

The glider is amazing. I unlocked it like 4 hours in (think I found it before story gives it to you. Story part with is is like 6ish hours in. Map is Huuuuge. 3 maps from what I gather. You unlock by raising banners. Great fun. Play it.

I haven't unlocked that yet i am looking forward to that moment.

The grapeling hook is great. I just unloced the crapple assination on the skill tree.

Its great but i will be happy when i unlock grapple assassination as i haven't yet.

My biggest gripe is the audio. You have to turn 3d audio on (not on by default). Being a Sony exclusive I expected more from the audio. It does not really utlize 3d sound or the haptics too much. I guess I should have not assumed it would have the same 3d sound/haptic treatment as Ghost if Tsushima.

I am playing it through PC desktop powered speakers so am happy with it.

@Max_Headroom

Hey Max,

The Ray Tracing really makes colors look slick. You get 50-60 Frames as well. So not as great as perofrmace but smooth as butter.

On Graphics I belive only 30 frames.

It looks phenomenal. Toggle in on and try for an hour. I think you might join me as a Ray Tracing Ronin.

Feel free to message if you have questions on the Ray tracing.

I tested both just running around the open world. I think Ray Tracing looks better imo.

Thanks DoomGuy i will give it a try later and report back i prefer looks over FPS

@Max_Headroom Me too. I always do graphics over peroformace. I was skeptical but love the Ray Tracing on this title.

Either way..Happy Gaming to you.Happy others are enjoying this wonderful game.

@Jimmer-jammer You bet! Hope you love it. I'll be around if you need advice starting.

My 2 cents....

Change control type to Press to Sprint. By Default it is Circle. Feels better as L3 (also is crouch if you click it)
I personlly love Ray Tracing with Fram Cap off for visuals.

Turn on Assinate Option (hud options). It makes Triangle appear when you should deal a potential death blow. I don't need it as much now but was huge in the beginning while learning.

3D audio. (turn on) Off by default.

All pre-order or Deluxe content will be in your Longhouse (you get 4-6 hours as part of the story)

Tried it tonight and for me the difference was not huge but enough for me to leave it on, thanks.

@Max_Headroom Awesome!

According to Digital Foundry the ray tracing mode is pretty much pointless. It's the mode I was playing on, but after watching this I'll be swapping to graphics mode.

@Jimmer-jammer Games are indeed expensive, but I am in two minds about getting the game again now, after seeing other reviews describing it as a flawed masterpiece, and describing how accessible yet simultaneously deep the combat is, it is starting to look like a must-play after all and I'm sure I'll get it at some point in the not-too-distant future. Yes, definitely, keep me posted about your adventures in Team Ninja's unique vision of the Far East of the past.