‘The Last Ronin’ Game Officially Announced by Paramount and Platinum Games, Set for Worldwide Release in 2026
LOS ANGELES, California (NewsWire) — In a major development today, Paramount Global and Platinum Games formally unveiled a new video game adaptation titled ‘The Last Ronin,”based on the critically acclaimed Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles comic series.
WHAT — The announcement reveals the production of a AAA action-adventure game that follows a lone surviving Turtle in a post-apocalyptic New York City, as players navigate a dark and gritty narrative of vengeance and redemption.
WHO — The game is being developed by Platinum Games, known for titles such as “Bayonetta” and “NieR:Automata,” with publishing support from Paramount. The creative lead will be series co-creator Kevin Eastman, who will serve as a consultant.
WHERE — The project is headquartered at Platinum Games’ Osaka studio, with additional development support from teams in Tokyo and Los Angeles. The game will be digitally distributed globally.
WHEN — ‘The Last Ronin’ is scheduled for official worldwide release on console and PC platforms in the fourth quarter of 2026, with a playable demo possibly arriving at major gaming expos in 2025.
WHY — According to a joint statement, the decision to adapt the dark “Last Ronin” narrative, inspired by classic samurai tales and “Lone Wolf and Cub,” was made to expand the franchise’s mature storytelling segment and to meet growing fan demand for a darker, single-player TMNT experience.
Paramount and Platinum Games have confirmed that pre-order details and platform-specific enhancements will be announced in early 2025.