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2012PCPlayStationXbox77 % positive−80 % 3.99 € 0.79 €

You fight your way through feudal Japan as a lone martial artist to rescue Mariko from the warlord Akuma. This remake brings the 1984 classic into modern visuals, built around direct, timing-based fights and a stripped-down, focused feel.

  • Melee combat with weapons or fists
  • Historical setting
  • Action-packed real-time combat
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
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The closest matches for Karateka are One Strike, Bladed Fury and SoulCalibur. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Karateka special – the reasons are listed right on each game.

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One Strike

90 %Match

2017PCPlayStationNintendo Switch85 % positive3.99 €

Brings what grabs you about Karateka: melee combat with weapons or fists, a historical setting and combat with precise timing.

One Strike is a fast duel fighter inspired by Kurosawa's Seven Samurai, where every fight is win-or-die. Precise timing decides whether you survive and build your reputation as a legend.

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Bladed Fury

Historical setting

An action game set in ancient China that hooks you with fast-paced fights and a look inspired by traditional Chinese painting. Its sound design adds to the atmosphere.

SoulCalibur

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

A landmark 3D weapon-based fighter with fluid, fast duels, sidestepping movement and a varied roster. Great for local versus matches and arcade runs.

Story of a Gladiator

Historical setting

You play a man searching for his destiny, which you end up finding in the sand of a Roman arena. The game keeps things simple with direct, brawling arena fights in the style of a beat 'em up.

The Last Blade 2

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

An elegant SNK 2D weapon-based fighter set in late-Edo Japan, built around parries, timing and precise special moves. Hand-drawn anime fighters and an atmospheric soundtrack make it a genre classic.

Samurai Shodown II

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

A classic SNK 2D weapon-based fighter where you pick one of 15 warriors and duel. Few, heavy hits, precise timing and spacing make every match tense.

Bushido Blade

Historical setting

An unconventional samurai sword-fighting classic where a single well-placed hit can be lethal. With no health bars, roomy 3D arenas and tense duels, it emphasizes realism and risk over typical fighting-game conventions.

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