Saka-doh: The Reversal Arts

Defy the skies,  Defy the earth,  Defy the world, but never forsake your fellow.

It’s our way of reversal.

■ Gameplay ■

Take control of the mysterious martial art known as SAKA-DOH and fight your way across the world in a thrilling 80s arcade-style action game!

Swing the hero, Masao Sakamaki, on the rope and unleash the momentum into devastating punches and kicks!

Chain rapid strikes, charge up your Sen-Qi to unleash three levels of super moves, and break through stages packed with powerful foes!

Over-the-top, high-impact “Reversal SAKA-DOH Action” awaits you!!

■ Story ■

Born in Japan’s Sengoku period, the deadly martial art SAKA-JUTSU evolved through the ages and spread worldwide as SAKA-DOH.

Now, in the Showa era, Masao Sakamaki-assistant master of the Isakami-ryu dojo, finally attains full mastery after long and rigorous training. But at that very moment, his beloved Misora Isakami, daughter of the dojo master, mysteriously vanishes.

To find Misora, Masao sets out on a journey of endless battles across the globe.

Awaiting him are fiery friendships, tragic destinies, formidable rivals, and captivating women.

What will Masao discover at the very end of his journey—?

■ SAKA-DOH: An Arcade Experience to BELONG to us! ■

Pixel art blazing with the unmatched spirit of the 80s arcades, adrenaline-pumping BGM, and a hot-blooded storyline.

The world of SAKA-DOH awaits—experience it with all your soul are!!

■ Legendary Development Team ■

A gathering of veteran creators who helped shape the game scene of the 80s and 90s, and who continue to thrive as active developers today.

Game Design

Kenji Kaido a.k.a. PaPaRa Kaito

Formerly of TAITO. A game designer dedicated to delivering “new gameplay experiences” throughout his career.

Notable works: Cameltry, Night Striker, Sonic Blast Man, Warrior Blade, and more.

Sound Design

Nakayama-Raiden

Formerly of ZUNTATA (TAITO’s sound team).

A composer whose powerful and energetic sound design has brought countless worlds to life.

Notable works: Grid Seeker, Densha de GO!, Puzzle Bobble 2, and more.

Programmer

M-KAI

Started with Family BASIC, and has continued to pursue “the games I want to play myself.”

Notable works: Judgement Silversword, Eschatos, Ginga Force, and more.

Graphic Artist

Kentaro Matsumura a.k.a. BAW BAW

Formerly of TAITO. Renowned for precise yet bold pixel art.

Notable works: Darius Gaiden, G-Darius, Puzzle Bobble 2, and more.

Creative Supervisor

Hiroshi Makabe (MCF)

A veteran programmer with 33 years of experience, and a former writer for Mycom BASIC Magazine. Oversees the development team as Creative Supervisor.

Defy the skies,  Defy the earth,  Defy the world, but never forsake your fellow.

It’s our way of games. It’s our way of reversal.