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Metacritic 48

Karateka

DotEmu|2012ActionFamilyFighting

LumiScore

52

out of 100

Appropriate for most ages with parental supervision

Up to120min/day

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💸 Monthly cost: Free

Growth

35/100

Developing

Growth Value

Risk

0/100

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Parent Pro-Tip

Encourage your child to focus on mastering the rhythm-based combat and exploring the different character paths. Discuss the story's themes of bravery and love, and celebrate their achievements in unlocking various endings.

Top Skills Developed

Memory & Attention5/5
Hand-Eye Coordination5/5
Reaction Time5/5
Problem Solving3/5
Strategic Thinking3/5

Development Areas

CognitiveProblem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
44
Social & EmotionalTeamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
0
Motor SkillsHand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
65
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)35/100

What your child develops

Karateka offers engaging rhythm-based combat that fosters strong hand-eye coordination, reaction time, and strategic thinking. Its replayable 'three suitors' system encourages skill development and exploration of different outcomes.

Base: UnknownPlaytime: ~1hReviewed May 2026

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About this game

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). Whether you are a nostalgic Karateka fan or new to the game, Karateka will charm you with its classic love story set in feudal Japan.