Karateka (Japan) (Beta) represents a pre-release version of the Karateka game on the NES for the Japanese market. Beta versions often contain incomplete features, bugs, and imbalances. This would imply that its gameplay would largely follow the same style as the final release, with possible differences in balance, features, graphics, or even levels. This version would offer a unique insight into the development process of the game and shows the developmental stages before a title becomes commercially released.

Karateka (Japan) (Beta)

Karate Champ (USA) (Rev A)