River City Saga: Journey to the West launches on PS5, Switch, and PC

8 articles · Updated · Gematsu · Apr 27

The roguelite action game will be released on June 4 for $19.99 or 2,970 yen, as announced by Arc System Works and UnitePlus.
Players control Kunio as Sun Wukong and other characters from Journey to the West, battling demons and unique bosses with customizable builds and roguelike progression.
The game features intuitive controls, a skill enhancement system, and a comedic retelling of the classic Chinese tale, offering replayability and diverse playstyles for fans of action and adventure games.

How does Kunio embody four different Journey to the West characters within the game's mechanics?

Will this solo-focused adventure abandon the cooperative multiplayer famous in the 'River City' series?

How will the game balance the classic novel's epic scope with River City's signature comedic tone?

Launching in June, how will this game navigate Europe's strict new PEGI age-rating framework?

In a crowded market, can a classic story guarantee success for another roguelike game?

What is the post-launch content strategy to keep this single-player game engaging over time?