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River City Girls

River City Girls

January 20, 2022
WayForward Technologies
4.6/5.0(1,700 reviews)

Genres

ActionFightingAction
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About This Game

Set in the vibrant streets of River City, players take control of Kyoko and Misako to rescue their captured boyfriends in a classic beat-'em-up format. Featuring co-op gameplay, an array of combos, and a captivating 16-bit aesthetic, this entry shines with its blend of action and narrative-driven cutscenes.

Highlights

  • Play as tough heroines Kyoko and Misako.
  • Engage in thrilling local co-op play with a friend.
  • Experience an exciting combat system with combos and throws.
  • Discover power-ups and weapons scattered throughout the city.
  • Enjoy a striking 16-bit art style paired with manga and anime cutscenes.
  • Rock out to an epic synth-pop soundtrack that enhances the atmosphere.
  • Unleash unique skills and special attacks against a variety of enemies.
  • Relive the nostalgia of classic beat-'em-up gameplay for a new generation.

Platforms

PS4
PS5

Multiplayer

Co-op Supported

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Everyone 10+
Languages:
Chinese (Simplified)Chinese (Traditional)EnglishFrench (France)GermanItalianJapaneseKoreanRussianSpanish

Gameplay

Modes
Single playerMultiplayerCo-operative
Perspective
Side view

Time to Beat

Main story:7h

Player Reviews

Good

Overall, player feedback for River City Girls is highly positive, with many praising the game's vibrant art style, fun gameplay mechanics, and engaging humor. However, there are significant criticisms regarding gameplay mechanics, including uneven enemy difficulty and grinding elements.

Pros

  • • Vibrant and stylish art design
  • • Engaging and humorous narrative
  • • Fun co-op gameplay mechanics
  • • Satisfying combo and combat systems
  • • Excellent soundtrack

Cons

  • • Combat can feel repetitive and grindy
  • • Enemy balance issues, leading to frustration
  • • Game design flaws with backtracking and navigation
  • • Input lag and controls can be clunky
  • • Some characters and dialogues criticized for cheesiness

Based on 100 reviews from steam

Screenshots

DLC & Editions

Nekketsu Kouha Kunio-kun Gaiden: River City Girls 1-2
Nekketsu Kouha Kunio-kun Gaiden: River City Girls 1-2bundle
River City Girls 1, 2, and Zero Bundle
River City Girls 1, 2, and Zero Bundlebundle
River City Girls 1, 2, and Zero + Double Dragon DLC Bundle
River City Girls 1, 2, and Zero + Double Dragon DLC Bundlebundle

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River City Girls — Frequently Asked Questions

Is River City Girls worth playing?
River City Girls has a good reception from players, holding an average score of 4.6 out of 5 across 1,700 reviews.
How long does it take to beat River City Girls?
River City Girls takes around 7 hours for the main story.
Is River City Girls single-player or multiplayer?
River City Girls supports single player, multiplayer, and co-operative.
What platforms is River City Girls available on?
River City Girls is available on PS4 and PS5.
When did River City Girls release?
River City Girls released on January 20, 2022.
What is River City Girls's age rating?
River City Girls carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Everyone 10+.
River City Girls - Beat-'Em-Up Action with Kyoko & Misako