The Karate Kid: Street Rumble announced for Switch

The Karate Kid: Street Rumble was just revealed, and it’s heading to Switch in just a couple of months. GameMill will be publishing the title on September 20, 2024.

The Karate Kid: Street Rumble is a multiplayer side-scrolling beat ’em up game with a 16-bit style. Players will go through the storylines of the series’ original movies, battle foes such as Johnny Lawrence, John Kreese, Terry Silver, and explore levels inspired by the trilogy including Topanga Beach, West Valley High, Cobra Kai Dojo, and the All Valley Tournament.

Lots of additional information can be found in the following overview:

Set in the iconic locales of the first 3, classic The Karate Kid movies from the 1980s, you’ll step out of the dojo and into the streets of the San Fernando Valley and Okinawa as you battle waves of enemies in this pixel art, side-scrolling, beat ‘em up adventure. Play as Daniel LaRusso, Mr. Miyagi, Ali Mills, or Kumiko as you seek to defeat Johnny Lawrence, John Kreese, Terry Silver and others intent on establishing dominance over Miyagi-Do karate forever. This game features intense martial arts combat and a frenetic experience of constant fighting with a retro-revival feel from the original, iconic movies.

Key Features

• Relive the adventures of The Karate Kid while facing the challenges put forth by Cobra Kai and other foes. The game follows the narrative of the original trilogy, allowing you to experience the highs and lows of The Karate Kid journey.
• Master the art of karate with an intuitive and responsive combat system. Execute powerful combos, perform signature moves like the crane kick, and defend against the enemy dojo’s relentless attacks. Each level presents new challenges and enemies inspired by the films’ memorable characters.
• Face off against classic villains such as Johnny Lawrence, John Kreese, Terry Silver, and other formidable opponents across 12 intense levels. Each boss battle is a test of skill and strategy, challenging players to remember the lessons of Mr. Miyagi.
• Brawl your way through 12 levels inspired by The Karate Kid original trilogy such as Topanga Beach, West Valley High, Cobra Kai Dojo, the All Valley Tournament, and more!
• Dive into a visually stunning pixel art world that pays homage to the golden era of gaming. Every punch, kick, and iconic scene is beautifully crafted in classic 16-bit-era glory, delivering a truly nostalgic experience.
• Face hordes of enemies in your quest for martial art dominance.
• Immerse yourself in the ’80s with a chiptune soundtrack that captures the spirit of the era. Classic-style tunes will accompany you on your journey, enhancing the nostalgic atmosphere.
• Battle alongside friends in up to 4-player local co-op.

View the first trailer for the game below.

Reveal Trailer

The game will be sold both physically and digitally on Switch. Pre-orders should be opening soon at major retailers – we’ll keep you updated on that front as listings are made available.