Unveiling Ronin Devs' Mysterious AAA

Koei Tecmo's Q1 2024 financial report unveils an exciting lineup of upcoming games, including a new Dynasty Warriors title and a significant unannounced AAA project.

Dynasty Warriors: Origins and Beyond

Omega Force is developing "Dynasty Warriors Origins," a tactical action game set during the Three Kingdoms period. Launching in 2025 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam), this marks the first mainline Dynasty Warriors entry since 2018. The game features a "Nameless Hero" protagonist.

The report also confirms global releases for "Romance of the Three Kingdoms 8 Remake" (October 2024, PS4, PS5, Switch, PC) and "FAIRY TAIL 2" (Winter 2024, PS4, PS5, Switch, PC). Crucially, it mentions several unannounced titles, including at least one AAA game.

Strong sales of Rise of the Ronin fueled Koei Tecmo's Q1 console gaming profits, solidifying their ambition to become a major AAA developer.

The Push for Consistent AAA Releases

Koei Tecmo's commitment to the AAA market is evident. A newly established AAA studio is already working on its first project. The company aims to create a sustainable system for continuous large-scale title releases.

This strategic move reflects Koei Tecmo's ambition to consistently deliver high-budget, high-quality AAA experiences, a significant step in their ongoing evolution as a game publisher. While details on the unannounced AAA title remain scarce, its existence promises exciting developments for the future.