Games like Karate Survivor

This is an '80s action movie-inspired survivor roguelite. Players use improvised weapons and environmental attacks to create dynamic combos.

85% positive from 3,292 · 2024 · 10% finish it · Steam Deck Verified · Lowest ever $1.35 (2025-03-17)

FightingCasualAction Roguelike Martial Arts Bullet Hell2D

Six games like Karate Survivor

Shaolin vs Wutang

92% positive from 1,020 reviews201833% finish itDeck Verified

This is a 1v1 indie casual combat game focused on hand-to-hand and weapon fighting, inspired by classic Kung Fu films. It features authentic combat sounds and a licensed soundtrack for a nostalgic feel.

What players likedPlayers praise its charming martial arts cinema vibes, making it a solid indie fighter despite lacking AAA polish.

The catchThe presentation nails kung fu movies but the fighting itself is clunky button mashing.

Both are tagged Martial Arts, Fighting and Casual.

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Kandidatos

90% positive from 4,316 reviews2020

A 3D fighting game with fictional Brazilian politicians, featuring adaptive AI and P2P multiplayer. It offers a humorous, meme-filled experience with political satire.

The catchBeyond the political joke it is a thin, poorly made fighter with bad playability.

Both are tagged Martial Arts, Fighting and Action.

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Boneraiser Minions

96% positive from 4,012 reviews2023Deck Verified

This is a gothic-horror auto-battler rogue-lite where you raise undead minions to fight heroes. You collect bones and souls to upgrade your army and use relics and spells.

What players likedPlayers praise this necromancer-themed "Survivors-like" game for its unique monster-raising mechanic, extensive unlocks, and replayability.

The catchThe color palette and visual clutter make it hard to see what is happening.

Both are tagged Bullet Hell, Action Roguelike and 2D.

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NIMRODS

85% positive from 1,812 reviews202460% finish itDeck Verified

NIMRODS is a roguelite shooter where players craft absurd weapons and deploy them via drones in subsequent runs. It features alien exploration, DNA-based evolution, and intense combat against hordes.

What players likedPlayers praise its addictive fun and engaging loop, reminiscent of other games where exploring and unlocking attachments drives progression.

The catchUpgrades give fractions of a percent, turning progress into a long grind.

Both are tagged Bullet Hell, Action Roguelike and 2D.

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Desktop Survivors 98

95% positive from 1,388 reviews202520% finish itDeck Unsupported

Desktop Survivors 98 is a desktop-overlay bullet hell roguelike where your cursor fights waves of enemies. Survive, upgrade, and repeat in quick, nostalgic rounds.

What players likedPlayers praise this "Vampire Survivors-like" roguelite for its unique Windows 98 aesthetic, rewarding unlocks, and addictive, time-killing gameplay.

The catchMost weapons are too weak, so runs depend on hours of grinding for shop upgrades.

Both are tagged Bullet Hell, Action Roguelike and 2D.

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Seraph's Last Stand

94% positive from 4,324 reviews202276% finish itDeck Playable

This is a rogue-like shoot 'em up where players choose upgrades each wave to create powerful builds. It offers a fast-paced, build-focused experience inspired by classic flash games.

What players likedPlayers praise its roguelike grind and immortal build, offering decent value for its price.

The catchUnlock currency drops so rarely that a single upgrade can take many full runs.

Both are tagged Bullet Hell, Action Roguelike and 2D.

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More about Karate Survivor

What players liked

It's like Vampire Survivors with an 80s martial arts theme, praised for addictive combat, fun builds, and satisfying progression.

The catch

Short ranged attacks on long cooldowns force tedious hit and run against every enemy.

Reviews: 85% positive from 3,292
Released: 2024
Finish it: 10% of players
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Verified
Price: Lowest ever $1.35 (2025-03-17)
Play: Single-playerFull controller support

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 85% positive, but with 3,292 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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