Arc System Works Asia has officially launched the official website for River City Saga: Journey to the West, while also announcing that they have refreshed their 40th-anniversary portal for the River City series as of the 19th.

Slated for a 2026 release, River City Saga: Journey to the West is a rogue-lite action game inspired by the classic Chinese epic, Journey to the West. The newly launched site offers a deep dive into the playable cast and mechanics. You will step into the roles of Sun Wukong, Zhu Bajie, Sha Wujing, and Xuanzang—all reimagined as Kunio—as they embark on a comedic quest toward the West.

The gameplay loop involves acquiring one of 80 unique 'secret arts' from gods who appear randomly as you progress, allowing you to strengthen your stats and skills. Players can discover their own ultimate builds to clear out waves of enemies. You start as the speed-focused Sun Wukong, and as the story unfolds, you unlock the power-focused Zhu Bajie and the ranged-focused Sha Wujing. Players can select three Kunio characters to tackle each stage.

Familiar faces from the River City series appear as Journey to the West characters. They may assist the Kunio party or appear as bosses to block their path. The humorous banter between characters throughout the story is also a notable highlight. Further details regarding River City Saga: Journey to the West can be found on the Arc System Works Asia official website and social media channels.

The official site for the River City series, which celebrates its 40th anniversary this year, has also been renewed as a commemorative site. You can explore the history of the series and find the latest updates on this site.