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Get ready for hot-blooded action! For the first time outside of Japan, physical cartridges for River City Basketball and River City Fighting Legend are being released in the River City Ball & Brawl Bundle. Featuring Kunio and his friends, these Technos Japan classics get a whole new translation in their first official Western physical release. The competition heats up in River City Fighting Legend as Kunio enters a 2v2 fighting tournament to prove his worth against various combatants. Then you enter the world of streetball in River City Basketball with Kunio and friends teaming up to play a tournament against teams across the United States. You can also invite friends for co-op or versus multiplayer action.

First official cartridge releases outside of Japan
Newly localized by Nathan Deren with translations by Jonathan Antonioli
River City Basketball Collector’s Edition 8-Bit Cartridge
River City Fighting Legend Collector’s Edition 8-Bit Cartridge
Special edition collection slipcase

FAQ

Q) What is included in this release?
A) Each release will come with a special white cartridge, a numbered deluxe hardcover game box, a full-colored instruction manual, and an exclusive acrylic cartridge display stand. For those who buy the bundle, you’ll receive a special edition slipcase to house both titles.

Q) How many will be made?
A) This is an open pre-order during the designated dates. Whatever is ordered once the window is closed is what will be produced.

Q) Will there be another reprint?
A) Like all of the titles we offer, this will be an open pre-order window for a limited time. There are no plans to reissue this collection.

Q) Will other titles from the Nekketsu series get a release as well?
A) At this time, we cannot make any further commitments. We are proud to work alongside Arc System Works in providing these games a physical release for the West.

Q) Will this be available for download or on other consoles?
A) This is a physical re-release of the NES®. We currently do not have plans to release it in any other form.

Technical

Q) What consoles can play these games?
A) These games are compatible with original NES® consoles (NTSC-U and PAL) as well as most 3rd party clone consoles. Updated September 10, 2025

Q) What voltage is used on the chip?
A) The NES cartridges use a 5-volt chip to retain your console’s performance and will not damage your console.

Q) Are the insert points beveled?
A) Yes, the insert points are beveled, and the edges are rounded to allow for proper insertion without damaging the pins in the cartridge slot.

Q) Is this game region-free?
A) Like our prior releases, this game is region-free so long as it is compatible with the console.

Gameplay

Q) What are the differences between the original releases and these?
A) All licensing has been updated on both titles. Additionally, players can expect to see these changes:
a) The title screens have been updated. Each title is specific to Retro-Bit’s re-release.
b) Each game has a whole new English translation provided by Nathan Deren and Jonathan Antonioli.
c) All translations have been approved by Arc System Works.

River City Ball & Brawl Bundle (NES)