Arc System Works America, Inc. announced that its new exclusive title, River City Survivors: Downtown of the Dead, will be coming to Apple Arcade on October 1, 2026. In the survivors-like action game, players mow down screen-filling swarms of zombies and experience hot-blooded Survivors-like action while running wild in every direction.
River City Survivors: Downtown of the Dead game features will include:
- Get Flashy and Evolve Your Special Moves! Defeat Hordes of Zombies to Gain EXP and Level Up!
- Iconic “Special Moves” from the River City series power players up dramatically, taking both visuals and firepower to whole new levels.

- “Explosive Growth” That Changes Every Run
- When leveling up, upgrade options are completely randomized. Combine skill attacks, projectile attacks, and stat boosts to create your own unique ultimate build for every run.

- Aim for the Top with Gear and Hack-and-Slash Action!
- Equip items across 6 slots—Gakuran (school jacket), Bontan (baggy pants), Belt, Shoes, Accessories, and Inner Buttons—to permanently boost your stats! Gear can roll with special effects, letting you enjoy classic hack-and-slash fun as you hunt for optimal equipment.

- Over 20 Playable Characters
- Unlock over 20 characters, including Kunio and Riki, as you progress through the game! Enjoy varied action with each character’s distinct stats and skill sets.

- Fighting Alongside Allies is the Key to Victory
- Bring up to 2 NPC allies into battle. Form your ideal team, power up your companions with equipment, and survive the overwhelming zombie outbreak!