Arc System Works has announced Super Technos World: River City & Arcade Classics, a collection of 12 games from the legendary developer Technos Japan. The compilation will launch on April 24, 2025, for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Steam. Pre-orders and wishlist registration are now available on the PlayStation Store.
This collection celebrates Technos Japan’s legacy, featuring iconic titles from the River City and Double Dragon series alongside rare and region-exclusive gems. With enhanced features like suspend saves and online multiplayer, this release aims to appeal to both nostalgic fans and newcomers.


A Diverse Collection of Classics
The 12-game lineup spans multiple genres, including action RPGs, sports games, puzzle titles, and arcade beat-’em-ups. Highlights include:
- River City Renegade (1992): The beloved action RPG that follows Kunio and his friends during a school trip gone awry in Osaka.
- Super Dodge Ball (Arcade): A chaotic dodgeball game with special attacks, marking its first release for Japanese audiences.
- Kunio’s Oden (1994): A quirky falling puzzle game featuring oden-themed ingredients like eggs and radishes.
- XAIN’D SLEENA (1986): A hybrid shooter-platformer where players battle across land and air.
- The Combatribes (1990/1992): A belt-scroll action game set in New York City with both arcade and SNES versions included.
Other notable entries include Downtown River City Baseball Story, China Gate, Shadow Force, and more.


Rare Titles and New Features
Several games in the collection have been difficult to access outside their original hardware or regions. For example, Super Dodge Ball was previously unavailable in Japan, while Kunio’s Oden is a lesser-known entry in the River City series. These rare inclusions make this collection a treasure trove for retro gaming enthusiasts.
To modernize the experience, Arc System Works has introduced new features:
- Suspend Save: Save progress at any point during gameplay.
- Online Multiplayer: Play cooperatively or competitively with friends across distances.
- Bug Fixes: Addressed critical issues that hindered progression in some original titles.
A Celebration of Technos Japan’s Legacy
Technos Japan is widely recognized for shaping the beat-’em-up genre with classics like Double Dragon and River City Ransom. This collection not only revives their iconic works but also showcases lesser-known experiments across genres. Whether you’re revisiting old favorites or discovering these games for the first time, Super Technos World: River City & Arcade Classics offers a comprehensive snapshot of Technos Japan’s creativity.
Super Techmos website: https://www.arcsystemworks.fr/games/super-technos-world-river-city-technos-arcade-classics/
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