The US release of Karateka for the Atari 7800 remains true to the original game’s essence, presenting a side-scrolling martial arts adventure. Players navigate a castle, facing enemies in combat, and solving puzzles. Its distinctive rotoscoped animation and challenging yet engaging gameplay helped establish Karateka as a classic. The Atari Corporation adaptation offered fans a faithful port of this celebrated game to the system. 

Karateka (USA)

Joust (USA)