Storm Score 77 out of 100
Reviews 3 published
Outlets 3 publications
Top Outlet TechRadar highest score
% Positive 100% acclaim+

Critics' Consensus

“Critics praise its combat and exploration but fault its polish, narrative focus, and standing among Soulslike peers.”

Certified
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Acclaimed
77 / 100
Tier Distribution 3 reviews total
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Universal Acclaim (90–100): 0 reviews
Critically Acclaimed (70–89): 3 reviews
Mixed Reception (<70): 0 reviews

Critical Assessment

What Critics Praise

  • Slick and satisfying combat
  • Loads of things to discover and do in the world
  • Thoughtful sidequests
  • Strong supporting characters
  • Amazing quality-of-life features
  • Fascinating historical setting

Points of Contention

  • Feels torn between action and stealth
  • Main missions are quite samey
  • Graphical elements and details are a bit rough
  • Branching story lacks impact
  • Dual character structure doesn’t pay off

Professional Reviews

3 reviews from 3 critics
80
Rob Dwiar
TechRadar

Rise of the Ronin delivers superb combat and an engaging open-world experience set in 19th-century Japan, but suffers from repetitive missions, unclear identity, and rough visuals. Despite these flaws, it remains a worthwhile title for action-adventure fans.

Acclaimed 4/5
80
George Yang
Digital Trends

“Rise of the Ronin isn't the best Soulslike out there, but it has one heck of a parry system.”

Acclaimed 4/5
70
Gabriel Zamora
PCMag

“Rise of the Ronin offers an enticing, streamlined take on complex Team Ninja action, but it will prove somewhat disappointing if you're a fan of mechanically rich combat.”

Acclaimed 3.5/5

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