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Nostalgia Alert: Karate Kid Game Coming This Year
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Nostalgia Alert: Karate Kid Game Coming This Year

Jul 14, 2024 1:42 PM

If you're craving a nostalgia trip, look no further than the newly announced side-scrolling beat-'em-up game, The Karate Kid: Street Rumble. Based on the iconic 80s Karate Kid movies, this 16-bit-styled game from GameMill Entertainment will transport players back to the 1980s. Featuring characters like Daniel Russo, Mr. Miyagi, Kumiko, and Ali Mills, gamers will face off against famous villains such as Johnny Lawrence, John Kreese, and Terry Silver. Echoing modern beat-'em-ups like Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge, this game promises a colorful retro experience. The Karate Kid: Street Rumble will be available on September 20 for PS4, PS5, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam.

What platforms will The Karate Kid: Street Rumble be available on?

The Karate Kid: Street Rumble will be available on PS4, PS5, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam.

The Karate Kid franchise began with the original movie released in 1984, starring Ralph Macchio as Daniel Russo and Pat Morita as Mr. Miyagi. The film became a cultural phenomenon and spawned several sequels. This new game expansion stays true to the original aesthetic while tapping into the nostalgia of classic beat-'em-up games from the same era.



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N3rdo N3rdo commented on: 2024-07-14 14:12:03
Man, The Karate Kid: Street Rumble sounds like it's hitting all the right notes for a retro gaming revival Can't wait to see Daniel-san and Johnny go at it in 16-bit glory on September 20th
Miss Peachy Miss Peachy commented on: 2024-07-14 14:00:04
Can't wait to dive into The Karate Kid: Street Rumble It's awesome to see modern gaming blending our favorite 80s nostalgia with current gameplay mechanics.
Mr. Bison Mr. Bison commented on: 2024-07-14 13:54:03
It's awesome to see The Karate Kid getting a retro beat-'em-up treatment—feels like a perfect blend of nostalgia and modern gaming vibes. Can't wait to relive those classic movie moments in pixelated glory on all platforms
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