Okinawa Rush

A love letter to days of ninja platforming past, Okinawa Rush is a tough-as-teak challenge that will keep you glued to your Switch.

86%Game Brain Score

gameplay, music

optimization, grinding

87% User Score Based on 84 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

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Okinawa Rush is a martial arts platforming game with RPG elements, many items to collect and unique FengShui system.

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87%

Audience ScoreBased on 85 reviews

gameplay9 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

The game features a satisfying and deep combat system, combining elements of beat-em-ups and fighting games, making it enjoyable for both casual and hardcore players.
Visually stunning with beautiful pixel art and a nostalgic soundtrack that enhances the overall experience, appealing to fans of retro games.
Offers high replay value with multiple characters, endings, and a variety of difficulty levels, catering to different player preferences.

Controls can feel loose and unresponsive at times, leading to frustration during gameplay, especially with the parry system and character movement.
The user interface is janky and unintuitive, making navigation through menus cumbersome and sometimes leading to crashes.
Gameplay can be chaotic with enemies overlapping and unpredictable hit detection, detracting from the overall fluidity of combat.

gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
40%
15%
Gameplay is generally praised for its fun, fluid mechanics and depth, particularly in combat, with features like parrying and satisfying takedowns. However, some users report issues with controls, glitches, and unintuitive menus that detract from the experience. Overall, the game offers a rich blend of engaging combat, exploration, and RPG elements, appealing to fans of the genre despite some technical shortcomings.
- “Gameplay feels fun and fluid: lots of options, satisfying and visceral.”
- “A superb game absolutely filled with all kinds of in-depth and satisfying content, both with the core fighting gameplay and elaborate stages that have a tremendous amount of secrets to find, as well as the RPG aspects where you train your character in all kinds of alternate modes and mini games and develop your dojo with items you purchase.”
- “Surprisingly deep gameplay (I love that it has the Street Fighter 3 parry system), and late cycle Neo Geo looks (with some modern flair).”
- “Everything relating to gameplay, however, is completely sloppy.”
- “Pretty, but I wish the controls and gameplay were more fluid.”
- “Minor glitches in gameplay, but menus feel unintuitive and glitchy, especially in the dojo.”
music
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
20%
20%
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its modern twist on retro styles reminiscent of the Amiga era. The soundtrack is described as impactful and fitting for the game's setting, enhancing the overall experience with its catchy beats and rich sound effects. Overall, players find the music to be a standout feature that complements the engaging gameplay and vibrant visuals.
- “Yes, while similar to what we used to hear in the time period where Amiga reigned supreme, the music in this game has its clearly modern spin on it - which, again, is a question of taste on whether or not you will like it.”
- “The music is perfect for the setting and the voice acting is clear (albeit a little wooden for my taste).”
- “This game is action packed, lots of fun to play with hidden secrets on the way, there’s certainly a lot of content, music is brilliant as well, so if you are thinking about buying I would definitely say yes, go for it, you will not be disappointed.”
- “Yes, while similar to what we used to hear in the time period when the Amiga reigned supreme, the music in this game has its clearly modern spin on it - which, again, is a question of taste on whether or not you will like it.”
- “The punches, the music, the sound design, everything comes together into one absolute brutal beatdown.”
- “Challenging gameplay and beautiful pixel art, not to mention the mint music, along with online leaderboards; I can see this gem overstaying its welcome.”
story
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
46%
23%
The game's story is characterized as a typical '80s Hollywood revenge plot, complete with cheesy one-liners and a straightforward narrative. While some players find it engaging and well-scripted, others note its brevity and simplicity, suggesting that it serves primarily as a backdrop to the gameplay rather than a deep narrative experience. Overall, the story adds a charming element to the game, enhancing the combat experience and player engagement.
- “The items, story, training mini games, all of it is super refreshing.”
- “From one gamer to others... this is one of the best beat 'em up games in the business... it's stylishly charming and fun... the co-op mode adds to the quality of life contents that the game offers... the RPG element is very appropriate... the grind is enjoyable and rewarding... the story is well scripted and the voice-over actors are convincing.”
- “Combat: as short bits of your backstory are revealed during combat, you become more enraged and engaged in combat; nothing can stop you!”
- “Story - not much to say here, as I've yet to complete the game (as of writing this piece), but from what I've seen so far, the story does seem to be your typical revenge plot straight from the '80s Hollywood - along with the cheesy one-liners and everything.”
- “Play story mode first, arcade is only black belt, you will get your ass kicked really hard, before you even can start to enjoy this lovely piece of art, so beware.”
- “The story so far as I've played is decent.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
8%
25%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their nostalgic pixel art style, reminiscent of classic Amiga games, combined with modern updates that enhance the overall aesthetic. Reviewers highlight the impressive artwork and visuals, noting that they contribute significantly to the game's appeal, especially for fans of retro gaming. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, complementing the gameplay and evoking a sense of nostalgia.
- “Fantastic artwork and gameplay!”
- “Graphically it's incredibly well drawn.”
- “This game is great - it has the feel and aesthetic of old Amiga games but updated for modern times.”
- “The graphics are outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
- “The character models look flat and lifeless, making it hard to get immersed in the game.”
- “The environments feel bland and uninspired, which detracts from the overall experience.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The game offers high replayability due to its fast-paced mechanics, a variety of difficulty levels catering to different skill levels, and engaging content that encourages players to improve and explore. Players appreciate the challenge of higher difficulties and the fun of speedrunning, making it a compelling choice for repeated play. Overall, it is praised for its enjoyable gameplay and substantial replay value.
- “Fast paced, good fighting game mechanics, great OST, high replay value; if you like speed running, then this is a fun one to learn.”
- “Tons of difficulty range for both accessibility (it uses a traditional belt system, going from white belt to black belt, then 1-8th dan, then grandmaster and one special difficulty beyond that) and replayability through the higher difficulties that add more and more enemies.”
- “Tons of difficulty range for both accessibility and replayability through the higher difficulties that add more and more enemies.”
- “This game is a blast from the past with plenty of content and replayability.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
50%
Overall, the game's stability is mixed; while gameplay is largely bug-free with responsive controls, users report minor glitches and an unintuitive, glitchy experience in the menus, particularly in the dojo.
- “The controls are snappy, and the game seems relatively bug-free.”
- “I haven't encountered any crashes or major glitches, which makes for a smooth gaming experience.”
- “The performance is consistent, allowing me to enjoy the game without interruptions.”
- “Minor glitches in gameplay, but menus feel unintuitive and glitchy, especially in the dojo.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The game's optimization has received criticism for poor performance, including stuttering and frame drops, which significantly impact gameplay. However, some users have found solutions to mitigate these issues, suggesting that while the optimization is lacking, there may be workarounds available.
- “The skills are very hard to use; the enemies either bum-rush you or ignore you, and most aggravatingly, everything is stuttering.”
- “The optimization is lacking, leading to frequent frame drops and a frustrating gameplay experience.”
- “The game suffers from severe performance issues, making it difficult to enjoy the mechanics.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect tedious, as it often involves repeatedly replaying levels to unlock different endings.
- “Repeating the levels over and over to get the different endings is pretty tedious.”
- “The grinding feels endless and takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
- “I spent hours doing the same tasks just to level up, and it became incredibly monotonous.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is highlighted by the witty and snooty dialogue of characters, particularly the first ninja-boss, which has elicited genuine laughter from players.
- “I love how snooty and almost British the first ninja boss you meet sounds - I really had a laughing out loud moment there.”
- “The witty dialogue and clever puns throughout the game had me chuckling at every turn.”
- “The absurd situations and quirky characters kept me entertained and laughing from start to finish.”

80%Critics’ scoreBased on 1 critic reviews

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A love letter to days of ninja platforming past, Okinawa Rush is a tough-as-teak challenge that will keep you glued to your Switch.
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