Unleash the Fury: Karate Blazers (1991) – Full Arcade Playthrough!

Step into the pixel-punched streets of 1991 with Karate Blazers, a high-octane arcade beat 'em up from Video System Co. that delivers raw, martial arts chaos! Perfect for fans of retro brawlers like Final Fight or Double Dragon, this underrated gem throws you into a gritty urban warzone to battle a crime syndicate with fists, feet, and fury. Join us for a complete 2-player co-op playthrough of all 8 stages, packed with bone-crunching combos, epic boss fights, and every secret pickup revealed. Whether you’re a 90s arcade veteran or a newcomer craving retro action, this is your ticket to martial arts mayhem!

🎮 Game Overview
Released in 1991 for arcades, Karate Blazers is a 2D side-scrolling beat 'em up that pits four martial artists against a ruthless criminal empire. From neon-lit city streets to derelict warehouses, haunted forests, and a towering skyscraper showdown, you’ll face 20+ enemy types—think knife-wielding thugs, fire-breathing acrobats, and robotic enforcers. With a high-energy soundtrack blending synth-rock and early techno, plus vibrant sprite work that pops with 90s flair, it’s a love letter to the golden age of arcades.

👊 Choose Your Fighter: Playable Characters
Pick your warrior, each with unique moves and styles:

Mark (Karate Master):
The all-rounder with lightning-fast punches and spinning kicks, great for chaining combos.

Glen (Street Brawler):
A powerhouse with brutal uppercuts and grappling throws, ideal for smashing through crowds.

Akira (Ninja):
A speedy striker wielding shurikens and agile flips, perfect for hit-and-run tactics.

Gil (Muay Thai Expert):
A knee-and-elbow specialist with devastating close-range strikes, built for boss battles.

Each fighter has 4 core attacks and a special meter-fueled move triggered by collecting glowing orbs. Snag weapons like pipes, knives, or even flaming torches dropped by foes, but watch your health—pickups like sushi rolls and energy drinks are scarce!

🌆 The Battle Across the City
Your mission spans 8 action-packed stages:

Downtown Showdown:
Fight through urban alleys against gang punks and rabid dogs.

Subway Rumble:
Dodge trains and battle switchblade-wielding rogues underground.

Haunted Forest:
Face eerie ninjas and ghostly apparitions under moonlight.

Warehouse Raid:
Navigate crates and conveyor belts while crushing mercenaries.

Rooftop Rampage:
Scale a skyscraper with helicopter ambushes and electrified traps.

...And more, culminating in an epic final boss atop a neon-drenched penthouse! Co-op mode shines with tag-team combos—grab a friend to double the destruction.