River City Saga: Three Kingdoms Next

About

River City Saga: Three Kingdoms Next is a beat 'em up RPG that mixes schoolyard chaos with historical fiction. You play as Kunio, a tough high-schooler cast into a loose parody of ancient China’s Three Kingdoms era. Battle through crowds of opponents using melee strikes, acrobatic kicks, and team combos. The story follows a stage play setup where characters act out key moments leading to the Battle of Wuzhang Plains. Manage a roster of over 100 fighters, each with distinct moves and personalities, while navigating scripted boss fights and side quests. The game stands out for its over-the-top humor and fast-paced combat. Arc System Works refines the formula with cooperative multiplayer and competitive modes. Over 100 playable characters ensure varied playstyles and replayability. Early builds tested well with the community, showing strong engagement comparable to previous entries in the series.

Storyline

The game is a sequel to River City Saga: Three Kingdoms that has the characters continuing to act out a play during the Three Kingdoms period in Chinese history, though now taking place after the Battle of Red Cliffs and leading up to the Battle of Wuzhang Plains.