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Karate Master 2 Knock Down Blow

PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2015

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Quick resume

Karate Master 2 Knock Down Blow is a fighting game that mixes elements of RPG, simulation and arcade, in an explosive combination to relieve the Beat'em up genre!

Global score

86/100

Genres

Action, Indie, Role-playing (RPG), Sport, Fighting

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    Pros

    • Authentic karate fighting mechanics
    • Engaging training mini-games
    • Nostalgic retro graphics and music
    • Character progression and rpg elements
    • Humorous and charming story

    Cons

    • Repetitive grind and mini-games
    • Short game length
    • Poor english translation
    • No multiplayer or social features
    • Some bugs and ui issues

    Analysis

    Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Competition, Status, Story, Expression. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Violence. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Fellowship, Expression.

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    • Colour: groups of games with comparable motivation patterns (statistical clusters).
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    Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers.

    Motivations

    • Autonomy
      4

      "Players have control over training, fighting style, and progression decisions, with freedom to choose how to develop their character."

    • Competence
      4

      "The game requires skillful timing, strategic fighting, and mastering mini-games for training, providing a satisfying sense of effectiveness."

    • Competition
      3

      "Focus on tournaments and dojo challenges with ranking and fame progression, but no multiplayer or direct player-vs-player competition."

    • Continuation
      2

      "Players engage in grindy training and repeated tournaments, encouraging habitual play though some find it repetitive."

    • Cooperation
      -5

      "Entirely single-player experience with no cooperative or multiplayer modes."

    • Creativity
      1

      "Limited customization beyond stat and move upgrades; no character or environment creation."

    • Domination
      -3

      "Competitive but no evidence of trash talk or exerting superiority beyond gameplay; interactions are mostly balanced."

    • Escapism
      4

      "Provides nostalgic escape into a retro martial arts world with humorous story and immersive fighting experience."

    • Expectation
      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily for fun and nostalgia without external pressure or obligation."

    • Experimenting
      3

      "Players try different fighting techniques, training mini-games, and strategies to improve performance."

    • Exploration
      1

      "Some exploration of different dojos and tournaments, but mostly linear progression with limited discovery."

    • Expression
      -2

      "Minimal character customization; mostly standard presentation with some stat and move choices."

    • Fantasy
      -1

      "Focus on realistic karate fighting and training with few fantastical elements, though some exaggerated scenarios exist."

    • Fellowship
      -5

      "No social or community features; strictly single-player."

    • Growth
      5

      "Strong emphasis on learning, skill development, and character progression through training and fighting."

    • Health
      -3

      "Sedentary gameplay with button mashing and repetitive mini-games; no physical activity involved."

    • Idle
      -4

      "Requires focused attention during fights and training; not suitable for casual or background play."

    • Intimacy
      -5

      "No close relationships or emotional social interactions; minimal story and character connections."

    • Leadership
      -5

      "No leadership or group management elements; player acts individually."

    • Progression
      5

      "Core gameplay revolves around accumulating stats, moves, fame, and money to advance through the game."

    • Relaxation
      1

      "Some players find the fighting satisfying and cathartic, but grind and repetition can reduce relaxation."

    • Sensation
      3

      "Visceral combat effects, sound, and visuals provide sensory stimulation and excitement."

    • Status
      3

      "Fame and reputation progression within the game provide social recognition in the game world."

    • Story
      2

      "Simple narrative with character progression and dojo challenges, but story is minimal and poorly translated."

    • Strategy
      3

      "Requires tactical fighting, timing, and countering rather than button mashing for success."

    • Thrill
      3

      "Tense fights with risk of injury and instant knockouts create suspense and excitement."

    • Value
      2

      "Good value for price especially on sale; some players find it short but enjoyable."

    • Violence
      5

      "Enjoyment of realistic combat with bone-breaking, injuries, and brutal fighting."

    • Survival
      3

      "Players must avoid injury and defeat opponents to progress; managing health and stamina is important."

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    Last update: 29/04/2026