Karateka

Critic reviews

• GameSpot

  Leif Johnson · Nov 19, 2012

  6.5

  It's a shame, then, that Karateka's easy combat is so disappointing. Even the rich cinematics don't lift Karateka to greatness, because they depend on a sentimental and predictable "save the princess" trope that never manages to distinguish itself regardless of the ending. For all that, it's not without its charms, albeit fleeting ones.

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• Game Informer

  Matt Miller · Nov 13, 2012

  8.0

  Karateka also offers something of a rarity in today’s market; it’s an accessible experience that can be played to completion in less than an hour. If that’s an advantage rather than a detriment for your busy life, Karateka may be just the game you need to remind you what made those early arcade games so fun.
• Joystiq

  Sinan Kubba · Nov 12, 2012

  5.0

  As a remake, it's hard to fault the creative choices made to keep the game true while still modernizing it. Maybe the issue here is whether or not a remake was a good idea, because the new Karateka has too many issues and too little substance to compete against current peers.
• Inside Gaming

  Lawrence Sonntag · Nov 09, 2012

  8.0

  Karateka proves that some elements of game design are timeless. It’s simple, pure fun and the price is right for the gameplay it provides
• OXM Online

  Cameron Lewis · Nov 07, 2012

  6.0

  Karateka is fun and beautiful while it lasts, but it’s over all too soon.
• Euro Gamer

  Simon Parkin · Nov 09, 2012

  7.0

  It's more-so in Mariko's eyes as she looks out of her hostage's window, praying not for any saviour but for her fairytale saviour. Your investment in this tale depends on whether you view her as shallow or sincere.

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