Fighting

River City Melee: Battle Royal Special

Single PlayerCo-op

Critic · IGDB

2017

Released

Platforms

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📅 Release Info

Release DateApril 28, 2017

Developer

Publisher

🏷️ Game Details

Genres

FightingSportAdventureActionSports

Playable on

PCPlayStation

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PC (Microsoft Windows)PCPlayStation 4

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About this game

This is the most recent installment of the Kunio-Kun franchise recreated as a fun and easy fighting game with the fighting aspects taken and upgraded from River City Super Sports Challenge All Star Special.

Pros & Cons

Pros

Chaotic local multiplayer matches create unpredictable brawling.
Simple controls make the fighting easy to pick up.
Colorful characters and exaggerated humor reflect Kunio-kun style.
Large roster offers different Kunio-kun characters and fighting styles.

Cons

Combat has limited depth beyond its initial novelty.
Strongest appeal depends on having friends for local multiplayer.
Limited content for extended solo play at full price.
Inconsistent hit detection and collisions affect combat outcomes.

Pros & Cons are AI-assisted summaries, not our own playthrough reviews. Sources and how we make recommendations.

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Fighting

River City Melee: Battle Royal Special

Single PlayerCo-op

Critic · IGDB

2017

Released

Platforms

🔗🛒▶

📅 Release Info

Release DateApril 28, 2017

Developer

Publisher

🏷️ Game Details

Genres

FightingSportAdventureActionSports

Playable on

PCPlayStation

Show all 3 versions ▾

PC (Microsoft Windows)PCPlayStation 4

Screenshots & Videos

About this game

Pros & Cons

Pros

Chaotic local multiplayer matches create unpredictable brawling.
Simple controls make the fighting easy to pick up.
Colorful characters and exaggerated humor reflect Kunio-kun style.
Large roster offers different Kunio-kun characters and fighting styles.

Cons

Combat has limited depth beyond its initial novelty.
Strongest appeal depends on having friends for local multiplayer.
Limited content for extended solo play at full price.
Inconsistent hit detection and collisions affect combat outcomes.

Pros & Cons are AI-assisted summaries, not our own playthrough reviews. Sources and how we make recommendations.

Where to Buy / Play

Official stores where this game is available. Links open the store page in a new tab.

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