Rise of the Ronin Devs' Unannounced AAA Title in the Works

Koei Tecmo's Q1 2024 financial report unveils an exciting lineup of upcoming games, including a new Dynasty Warriors title and a yet-to-be-announced AAA game.

Dynasty Warriors: Origins – A New Chapter in 2025

Omega Force is developing "Dynasty Warriors Origins," a tactical action game set during the Three Kingdoms period. This marks the first mainline Dynasty Warriors release since 2018's Dynasty Warriors 9 (excluding the 2022 expansion). The game, featuring a "Nameless Hero," is slated for release in 2025 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam).

Other Upcoming Releases & a Mysterious AAA Project

The report also confirms the global release of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms 8 Remake" in October 2024 (PS4, PS5, Switch, PC) and "FAIRY TAIL 2" this winter (PS4, PS5, Switch, PC). However, the most intriguing news is the development of at least one unannounced AAA title. While details are scarce, this signifies Koei Tecmo's commitment to establishing itself as a major player in the AAA gaming market.

The success of Rise of the Ronin fueled Koei Tecmo's Q1 2024 console gaming profits, reinforcing their ambition. The company's establishment of a dedicated AAA studio further underscores this strategic goal.

Koei Tecmo's AAA Ambitions

Koei Tecmo aims to build a sustainable system for consistent AAA game releases. The newly formed AAA studio is already working on its first project, promising a steady stream of high-budget titles in the future. This signals a significant shift in Koei Tecmo's development strategy, marking their serious push into the competitive AAA landscape.