Amid rumors that Rise of the Ronin sales had a sluggish start, Koei Tecmo has released an official statement regarding its performance on the PS5. The company revealed in its financial report for the fiscal year ending in March 2024 that the sales of Rise of the Ronin have actually been surpassing the figures for the Nioh series.
Koei Tecmo Aims for 5 Million Sales for Rise of the Ronin
Initial analysis suggesting a lukewarm reception for Rise of the Ronin came on the heels of Koei Tecmo’s adjustment of its sales forecast and not meeting its original sales target. The concern was that Rise of the Ronin, being a major release from Team Ninja, might have been eclipsed by other titles such as Dragon’s Dogma 2.
Nonetheless, Koei Tecmo provided assurances in a stakeholder presentation that the console exclusive Rise of the Ronin was doing well, even surpassing their previous Nioh series. They also noted that the game is receiving a “high valuation” from the gaming community. With Rise of the Ronin identified as a “priority goal,” there is a clear intention from Koei Tecmo to reach a sales target of five million copies.
The company expressed optimism for medium to long-term growth, underlining Rise of the Ronin as a significant step in that direction, especially as it introduces a new IP and genre for Koei Tecmo.
FAQs
Q: Is Rise of the Ronin exclusive to the PS5?
A: Yes, Rise of the Ronin is an exclusive title for the PlayStation 5 console.
Q: Has Rise of the Ronin reached its sales goals?
A: No, Koei Tecmo had adjusted its sales forecast after missing its original target. However, they are still aiming for a milestone of 5 million units.
Q: Is Rise of the Ronin performing better than the Nioh series?
A: According to the latest official update from Koei Tecmo, yes, Rise of the Ronin’s sales are surpassing the numbers for the Nioh series.
Q: How has the player response been to Rise of the Ronin?
A: Koei Tecmo reports that the game has been receiving a “high valuation” from players, indicating a positive response.
Conclusion
Koei Tecmo’s financial update has clarified the air around the initial performance of Rise of the Ronin, confirming that the game is making strides on the PS5 platform despite earlier concerns. With the company still aiming for the significant 5 million sales target and witnessing positive reception from the players, Rise of the Ronin seems to have established itself as a strong contender and valuable new intellectual property in Koei Tecmo’s portfolio.