Games like Karateka
From PRINCE OF PERSIA creator Jordan Mechner, the original side-scrolling karate classic comes to Steam with art by Jeff Matsuda (The Batman) and music by Grammy-winning composer Christopher Tin (CIVILIZATION IV).
Top 12 games similar to Karateka
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Double Dragon Trilogy
A groundbreaking, uber-popular game upon its arcade debut in 1987. Double Dragon is the undisputed godfather of co-op beat ‘em up.
Action - 2
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Beatdown Brawler
Beatdown Brawler is a wave based 3d beat em up fighting game. It features four distinct game modes, including an optional rhythm mode.
ActionIndie - 4
Vortex Of Pain
Vortex of Pain is classic old-school 2D beat 'em up action in 3D...-ish. Use various fighting mechanics as you blast through dangerous zones stuffed with breakable props, explosives, and weapons. Fight alone or with your co-brawlers to liberate your city from simulation theory -obsessed maniacs.
ActionEarly AccessIndie - 5
Write 'n' Fight
The greatest writers of all time are fighting each other in the arenas that were inspired by their work. Each character can summon his own "magic" arena where he becomes the boss of the level for a short amount of time.
ActionIndieMassively Multiplayer - 6
Kongfusion
Kongfusion is an action packed kung fu rhythm experience where the player takes on a horde of space kung fu masters. Slam into your opponents on the beat and show everyone who's boss with a variety of weapons.
ActionCasualIndie - 7
Brainrot Animals Fighting
Tralalero Tralala vs Bombordiro Crocodilo, who to choose? It's a fighting game based on a famous meme: fight with your friends and win while playing as your favorite characters!
ActionIndie - 8
One Finger Death Punch
Experience cinematic kung-fu battles in the fastest, most intense brawler the indie world has ever seen! With the unique 1:1 response system of One Finger Death Punch, players will feel the immediate feedback of every bone-crunching hit. Pay tribute to the masters using five classic kung-fu styles mixed with additional weapons.
ActionCasualIndie - 9
Double Dragon: Neon
BRO-TACULAR! Legendary martial artists, Billy and Jimmy Lee return in this creative re-imagining of the classic beat ‘em up, Double Dragon Neon. Fight your way through countless henchmen including Linda and Abobo on your way to rescue the love of your life, Marian!
ActionIndie - 10
9 Monkeys of Shaolin
The true rebirth of iconic beat 'em up genre in vein of old-school video games! As a simple Chinese fisherman Wei Cheng you have to avenge the death of your friends and family slaughtered in a pirate raid at your peaceful village.
ActionAdventureIndie - 11
The Night of the Rabbit
Lose yourself in a tale of magic and wonder, where anything is possible and where nothing is quite as it seems: join young Jerry and follow a peculiar white rabbit to the wondrous realm of Mousewood, a land where critters can speak and where mystery abounds.
AdventureIndie - 12
Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage
The pioneer 3D fighting series continues to evolve as Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage arrives on Steam! Featuring: Crossplay and Rollback Netcode support, a brand new single player mode: "World Stage", and more!
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