I love platformers. I love retro gaming. City Hunter checks both of those boxes. It features side-scrolling, run-and-gun action with anime-based characters, bos
City Hunter
SUNSOFT · Feb 26, 2026
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Released on March 2, 1990 as the only official home-console game of its kind, this legendary title returns 35 years later—now launching worldwide simultaneously with all the excitement of its original debut.
This game is more than just a remake—it’s a fusion of nostalgia and newness. With multi-language localization, both long-time fans and new players can enjoy the experience without a language barrier.
Relive the excitement and emotional moments once more.
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- 8.2City Hunter is a charming retro action game with simple shooting, exploration, and strong anime presentation. While gameplay can feel repetitive, the music, style, and preservation effort make it enjoyable.
- 7.0There isn’t a whole lot more to say about the missions themselves, since they’re fairly similar in structure and execution.
- 5.5City Hunter was developed by SUNSOFT, and originally released for the Japanese-only PC Engine console in 1990.
- 5.0 City Hunter is available now on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S/X, PC, Switch and Switch 2. The original City Hunter was released on PC Engine in Japan only.
- 6.5Il videogioco di City Hunter del PC Engine ritorna su console dell'attuale generazione con una grafica e comandi aggiornati.
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