Karateka (1984) - Retro Beat'Em Up Game by Jordan Mechner
Brøderbund SoftwareStudio
Nintendo Entertainment SystemConsole
Jordan MechnerDesign
184 played
This Game is:
41 year
s
old / 1984 Year
Game Controls
Karateka.
Karateka, a 1984 game by Jordan Mechner, is a retro beat'em up game. As a player, you navigate through Akuma's fortress, defeat his guards, and rescue the Princess Mariko.
Step into the digital dojo of Karateka, a groundbreaking beat'em up game from 1984. Created by Jordan Mechner during his time at Yale University, Karateka combines elements of side-scrolling platforms and fighting games. The player takes on the role of an unnamed protagonist, whose mission is to journey through Akuma's formidable castle fortress, battling guards and overcoming obstacles in a quest to rescue the Princess Mariko. Developed originally for the Apple II, Karateka was later introduced to other home computers and gaming consoles, earning acclaim for its realistic animations and immersive gameplay. The game's challenge is further intensified by the absence of checkpoints or save game options, requiring players to complete it in one sitting. A high-definition remake of this retro classic is now available on various platforms, including Xbox 360, Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3, with future releases planned for iOS and Wii U systems.
Game Controls
The player controls are simple yet engaging, the unnamed hero fights using punches and kicks while dodging enemies' attacks. The player's health reduces with each hit taken, but recovers gradually when not in combat. The game ends when the player loses all his health. Different environmental hazards like a falling portcullis or an open cliffside need to be avoided to progress in the game.
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