3 ways Rise of the Ronin is different from Sekiro (and 3 ways they are similar)

Rise of the Ronin is an upcoming action-adventure role-playing game (RPG) developed by Team Ninja. Launching on March 22, 2024, it is based on a historical period in Japan where you must fight against imperials and villainous factions. Due to the background, you might wonder what separates this title from Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice. The story's main objective is similar to the former, as they are set in similar environments.

Sekiro is one of the most popular games in this genre, so you might want to know if Team Ninja is incorporating any interesting features of Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice. To that end, this article discusses three ways the upcoming title is different from Sekiro and three ways they are similar.

Note: This article is subjective and reflects the writer’s opinions.

Per Team Ninja, Rise of the Ronin will offer the option to customize your playable character. You can customize the character’s visual features like face structure, body physique, facial hair, hairstyle, voice, scars, and more. Additionally, you can select different attire and gear for your character.

Sekiro, on the other hand, offers limited options in character customization. You cannot customize the facial features of the protagonist, Wolf. However, you are able to change attire as the story progresses.

Rise of the Ronin has been a trending topic in the gaming communities since Team Ninja announced that the storyline would depend on player choices. It means the story's climax will be unique based on the choices you make as you progress.

Sekiro doesn’t offer such an interactive experience. It features a single-story format where the climax (endgame) stays the same for all the players. As a result, you don’t get the chance to make choices to