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River City Saga: Three Kingdoms

PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch • 2022

Should you play it?

Kunio, the beloved hot-blooded renegade, is back to wreak havoc in the world of the Three Kingdoms! The characters take on the roles of famous generals for a game packed with wild action.

What works

  • Nostalgic and charming beat-'em-up gameplay
  • Engaging story with humorous retelling of three kingdoms
  • Character customization and skill variety
  • Cooperative multiplayer mode
  • Vibrant pixel art and energetic soundtrack

Things to keep in mind

  • Repetitive gameplay and grind
  • Platforming segments criticized
  • Controller and technical issues reported
  • Price considered high by some players
  • Limited multiplayer population and matchmaking

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River City Saga: Three Kingdoms: Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Cooperation, Fellowship, Intimacy, Leadership. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Violence. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Leadership, Value.

Last update: 23/08/2026