- Publisher: Clouded Leopard Entertainment
- Release Date: Feb 25, 2026
- Also On: Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Switch, Xbox Series X
- Summary:
- Developer: Red Art Games
- Genre(s): Action Adventure, General
- # of players: No Online Multiplayer
- Cheats: On GameFAQs
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Score distribution:
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Positive: 0 out of 2
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Mixed: 2 out of 2
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Negative: 0 out of 2
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Mar 2, 2026City Hunter makes a long overdue return with a fully translated re-release of its 1991 PC-Engine adaptation, delivering slick presentation, strong retro atmosphere, and thoughtful bonus content that elevates what is ultimately an average but enjoyable 2D action shooter. While the core gameplay remains simple and repetitive, the enhanced mode, hard mode, art gallery, jukebox, and faithful digital recreation show clear preservation care. For fans of Ryo Saeba and late 80s anime style, this is a stylish nostalgia trip that is easy to recommend on sale.
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Mar 9, 2026It’s a pretty short game that shows its age even in the remastered version. I also have trouble calling this City Hunter as it feels like it could be any series. It’s still a fun novelty to have, and it’s nice to see this get released. While I have issues with the game itself, I still have nothing but praise for the remaster. It has all the modern additions you want, multiple ways to play, and a great collection of bonuses to look through. While the core game has issues, I still played through it more than once and didn’t dislike my time with it. City Hunter is a fine but forgettable product of its time, but one with a strong modern release. Just one I would wait for a sale to try.