Arc System Works has announced “Super Technos World: River City & Arcade Classics,” a comprehensive collection of 12 classic games from legendary developer Technos Japan, arriving later this year.

This collection boasts a diverse lineup, including beloved River City titles like River City Renegade and Kunio’s Oden, alongside rare gems like Super Dodge Ball and Xain’d Sleena.

Key Features:

  • Comprehensive Anthology: 12 games spanning various genres, from beat-’em-ups and action RPGs to arcade shooters and even a falling puzzle game.
  • Rare and Unreleased: Includes titles previously unavailable in certain regions, offering a unique opportunity for retro gaming enthusiasts.
  • Modern Enhancements: Features suspend saves, online play, and bug fixes for a smoother and more accessible experience.

Games Included in the Super Technos World Collection

River City Renegade (SNES): Kunio’s coming to Osaka! Our story takes place in Osaka, where Kunio and his friends get caught up into trouble during their school trip. Enjoy the surprisingly serious story of this action RPG!

Kunio’s Oden (SNES): The one and only River City falling puzzle game! The first drop puzzle style game in the series. The falling blocks include eggs, radish, and other oden ingredients.

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Super Dodge Ball (Arcade): The dodgeball game spoken of in legend! In this unconventional dodgeball game, all rules are off and the whole team has special attacks at hand!

Kunio’s Dodgeball Time, C’mon Guys! (SNES): The return of a dodgeball classic! Experience an all new and improved dodgeball game, with an array of tosses and field gimmicks, and ways to train and form your team of players.

Downtown River City Baseball Story (SNES): Kunio’s underclassman Sugata takes center stage! Sugata takes on the role of protagonist in this exciting twist on traditional baseball. Send the players and even the ref flying with flashy special moves.

XAIN’D SLEENA (Arcade): Fight your way through the air and skies in this classic Technos shooting game! The soldier Xain fights an interplanetary battle in this shooting-action game. Enjoy both genres in the different segments of the gameplay.

China Gate (Arcade): Make your way west in this stage-based action game! An action game inspired by Journey to the West. Tang Sanzang, Sun Wukong, and their group travel to regain a stolen scripture.

Shadow Force (Arcade): Face off against evil as a cyborg ninja in this belt-scroll action game! Technos brings their genre expertise to this belt-scroll action game. Choose your hero out of 4 options to take on the evil org!

THE COMBATRIBES (Arcade): Take control of military vets to eliminate evil in this action game! Intense battles are underway in the streets of New York in this belt-scroll action title. Choose a fighter for your style: balance, power, or speed to tackle your foes.

THE COMBATRIBES (SNES): Experience the arcades all over again! This version includes a versus mode with brand new factory, ruins, and sewer stages. Enjoy an improved gameplay experience with smoother mechanics!

Sugoro Quest++ DICENICS (Japanese Language Only): Wacky board game antics await at the roll of the dice! 4 players go against each other in this party board game. Roll the dice and complete the events along your path.

DunQuest (Japanese Language Only): A rare Technos action RPG! Heroes strive to prevent the revival of a great demon. This action RPG takes place across 4 dungeons, from castle towns to the depths of the palace.

When Is It Out?

“Super Technos World: River City & Arcade Classics” offers a treasure trove of retro gaming experiences for fans of the River City series and action game enthusiasts alike. Check the Technos World website for details, and look out for the game on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Steam on April 24, 2025.

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