Super Technos World: River City & Arcade Classics Now Available on Nintendo Switch, PS5, and PC

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Published on: April 24, 2025

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Arc System Works has officially released Super Technos World: River City & Arcade Classics for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and PC (via Steam), bringing together a definitive selection of classic titles developed by the legendary Technōs Japan.

This 12-game collection celebrates decades of influential releases, including entries from beloved franchises such as Double Dragon and Kunio-Kun, and features several rare and sought-after arcade hits. Super Technos World: River City & Arcade Classics was first announced by Arc System Works in January 2024, demonstrating the publisher’s ongoing commitment to preserving and revitalizing the legacy of notable Japanese developers.

Available digitally on the Nintendo eShop, PlayStation Store, and Steam, this compilation is an essential purchase for retro gaming enthusiasts and long-standing fans of Technōs’ work. The curated collection spotlights an impressive breadth of genres, spanning action, beat 'em up, sports, and puzzle games.

For the first time, players can experience not only the iconic Super Famicom entries but also rare arcade originals.

Classics like Xain’d Sleena (known as Solar Warrior in North America), The Combatribes, China Gate, and Shadow Force are included alongside rare Kunio-Kun spin-offs. Commenting on the release, Arc System Works emphasized their goal of delivering a comprehensive package for international audiences by incorporating quality-of-life improvements.

These include online versus and cooperative play options, bug fixes, and a convenient suspend save feature, enhancing accessibility and replayability for both newcomers and returning players. The full lineup for Super Technos World: River City & Arcade Classics is as follows: - River City Renegade (SNES) – 1 to 2 players - Kunio's Dodgeball Time, C'mon Guys! (SNES) – 1 to 2 players - Downtown River City Baseball Story (SNES) – 1 to 2 players - Kunio’s Oden (SNES) – 1 to 2 players - THE COMBATRIBES (SNES) – 1 to 2 players - SugoroQuest++ DICENICS (SNES) – 1 to 4 players - DunQuest (SNES) – 1 player - Super Dodge Ball (Arcade) – 1 to 2 players - XAIN'D SLEENA (Arcade) – 1 to 2 players - CHINA GATE (Arcade) – 1 to 2 players - THE COMBATRIBES (Arcade) – 1 to 3 players - SHADOW FORCE (Arcade) – 1 to 2 players Please note that Sugoro Quest++ DICENICS and DunQuest are available solely in Japanese, requiring language proficiency for full enjoyment. Super Technos World: River City & Arcade Classics is now accessible across all major digital platforms, offering both solo and multiplayer experiences for up to four players depending on the title.

With its robust selection and modern enhancements, the compilation stands as a definitive tribute to Technōs Japan’s lasting impact on video game history.

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Super Technos World: River City & Arcade Classics Is Out Now