Mean Machines Sega
1st November 1992
Publisher: Electronic Arts
Machine: Sega Mega Drive (EU Version)
Published in Mean Machines Sega #2
Budokan
Learn the four disciplines - nunchaku, kendo, bo and karate - and fight other masters in the eponymous competition. Not so much an arcade beat-'em-up, more a fighting simulation.
Original Scores
Presentation 86%
Graphics 86%
Sound 82%
Playability 85%
Lastability 89%
Overall 87%
What We Said Then
Jaz: Recommended to beat-'em-up fans looking for a real challenge.
Matt: Have a depth and sophistication rarely seen.What We Say Now
Jaz: The lastability is a bit high, but the rest of the ratings are fine. This is a tough, but enjoyable game which is full of subtle touches. A true thinking man's beat-'em-up.
Rich: I'd agree with that - Budokan is still great. What with Street Fighter II being so popular, you'd think that Electronic Arts would release a sequel!
